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EF 70-200mm f2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer Lens (Includes ET86 Lens Hood) image

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Brand: Canon

Located in: CAMERA, Lenses, Zoom Telephoto

Incorporating Canon`s second generation Image Stabilization technology, this telephoto zoom responds in as little at 0.5 seconds, while providing up to three stops of correction for camera shake. Its AF system has been refined for better response time and tracking speed. And even the new 8-blade circular aperture offers a more pleasing out-of-focus image. Constructed to pro standards, this fast zoom is also highly resistant to dust and moisture, too.

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Review Snapshot®

Avg. Customer Rating:

5 stars

(based on 12 reviews)

100% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Describe Yourself:

Enthusiast(6)

Pros:

Consistent output(9), Durable(9), Easily interchangeable(7), Fast / accurate auto-focus(21), Rugged(8)

Cons:

Heavy(10)

Best Uses:

General purpose(6), Sports/action(8), Wildlife(4)

Awesome

By Jim

from CT on 3/22/2010

Pros:

Fast / accurate auto-focus, Strong Construction

Cons:

Heavy

Best Uses:

Indoors/Low Light, Sports/Action

Describe Yourself:

Photo Enthusiast

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon EF 70-200mm f2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer Lens (Includes ET86 Lens Hood):

Great lens!

4 stars now, 5 when I master it!

By Jess

from Fort Collins, CO on 9/15/2009

Describe Yourself:

Hobbyist/Enthusiast

Pros:

Consistent Output, Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Quick Focus, Sharp Focus, Strong Construction

Cons:

Attracts attention, Heavy

Best Uses:

Event Photography, Special Effects, Sports/Action, Wildlife

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon EF 70-200mm f2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer Lens (Includes ET86 Lens Hood):

I like it now, will LOVE it when I master some of the special effects that can be done with it...to fully benefit from the extreme clarity and sharpness this lens can give you, use a high megapixel canon camera (Mark series) or shoot film. Kind of heavy, gave me some serious tendonnitis the first time I used it (no joke, and I'm no slacker in the muscle category). Just kind of awkward to hold when you aren't actively shooting.

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By Let Me Shoot

from Los Angeles, CA on 7/28/2009

Describe Yourself:

Hobbyist/Enthusiast

Pros:

Consistent Output, Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Quick Focus, Rugged, Sharp Focus, Strong Construction

Cons:

Heavy

Best Uses:

General Use, Sports/Action

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon EF 70-200mm f2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer Lens (Includes ET86 Lens Hood):

I don't believe this lens needs much hype. This is the one that is a must in every camera bag. The uses are endless, and the ability to stop action is incredible. Shooting sports wide open is the only way to go.

Great lens - need strong arms

By Sue

from Boston on 7/14/2009

Describe Yourself:

Hobbyist/Enthusiast

Pros:

Consistent Output, Durable, Quick Focus, Rugged, Sharp Focus, Strong Construction

Cons:

Heavy

Best Uses:

Landscape Photography, Sports/Action

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon EF 70-200mm f2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer Lens (Includes ET86 Lens Hood):

Very fast lens. Quick sharp focus. Very heavy, but worth every penny.

durable quality

By Flowers For Rent

from Walla Walla, WA 99362 on 7/13/2009

Describe Yourself:

Semi-Professional

Pros:

Consistent Output, Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Quick Focus, Rugged, Sharp Focus, Strong Construction

Cons:

Heavy

Best Uses:

General Use, Special Effects, Upgrade

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon EF 70-200mm f2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer Lens (Includes ET86 Lens Hood):

During a photo shoot the camera with the 70-200 lens detached from the tripod and landed on pavement. I was shocked...should have used a heavy duty tripod. But the good news, only the UV filter was ruined and the lens was still in great shape. I'm so happy it survived that fall.

great lens

By Mari

from Syracuse, NY on 7/7/2009

Describe Yourself:

Getting started

Pros:

Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Quick Focus, Rugged, Sharp Focus, Strong Construction

Cons:

Heavy

Best Uses:

Wildlife

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon EF 70-200mm f2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer Lens (Includes ET86 Lens Hood):

I use this lens mostly for wildlife and the result is fantastic. The fast and sharp focus for moving birds is very, very good. The results are worth the pain you get for holding over 3 pounds with your arm. This lens at the gate of professional Canon lenses and L series is "a must" if you look for quality photographs.

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Best Buy Ever

By cajun

from san jose, ca on 7/2/2009

Describe Yourself:

Hobbyist/Enthusiast

Pros:

Consistent Output, Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Quick Focus, Rugged, Sharp Focus, Strong Construction

Cons:

Heavy

Best Uses:

General Use, Sports/Action, Swimming and Baseball, Upgrade, Wildlife

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon EF 70-200mm f2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer Lens (Includes ET86 Lens Hood):

I love taking rapid pics of my son in baseball and swimming. Great examples to give him instructions. The details of the water splash and droplets are phenomenon. I added a Canon 2X teleconverter and the pics are fabulous. Easy to shoot without a tripod. The f2.8 is a must. I will not buy another lens unless it is an L and has a large aperture setting at least of 2.8!

The guys at One Call have been extremely helpful for all of my and my extended family's purchases.

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The one you want

By shot by Shelton from Bay Area, CA, WA, ID on 1/17/2009

Describe Yourself:

Professional

Pros:

Consistent Output, Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Quick Focus, Rugged, Sharp Focus, Strong Construction

Best Uses:

Fashion, Night Photography, Sports/Action

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon EF 70-200mm f2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer Lens (Includes ET86 Lens Hood):

Ok, people complain about the weight of this lens.... The reason this lens weighs more is because of the overall quality and durability! I shoot ladies fashion, lingerie and swimwear and will not leave for a shoot without this lens in my pack period. This is a must lens for any serious photographer

GREAT LENS

By mdatthebay

from Smith River, CA on 1/12/2009

Describe Yourself:

Semi-Professional

Pros:

Consistent Output, Durable, Quick Focus, Rugged, Sharp Focus, Strong Construction

Cons:

Expensive, Heavy

Best Uses:

General Use, Night Photography

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon EF 70-200mm f2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer Lens (Includes ET86 Lens Hood):

Got the lens for a new 5DMK II and it is a great combination. Low light with IS and high ISOs is great. Glad I sprung for the larger lense with IS.

Cannon 70-200 IS USM, f2.8

By Big D

from Idaho on 1/4/2009

Describe Yourself:

Hobbyist/Enthusiast

Pros:

Consistent Output, Sharp Focus, Strong Construction

Cons:

Heavy

Best Uses:

General Use

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon EF 70-200mm f2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer Lens (Includes ET86 Lens Hood):

Obviously, being of the L series of Cannon lenses, this is a fairly high end lens and they don't come cheap. It's fairly large and heavy for some operators and circumstances. I pack it with a 100-400 IS USM f4.5/5.6 lens as well as a 24-70 IS USM f2.8 lens and the pack is very heavy but shot resolution and quality is what it's all about. It's a great lens.

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I am pleased with the Resulting images

By JDK

from Yakima, WA on 11/23/2008

Describe Yourself:

Professional

Pros:

Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Quick Focus, Rugged, Sharp Focus, Strong Construction

Best Uses:

General Use, Landscape Photography, Sports/Action, Wildlife

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon EF 70-200mm f2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer Lens (Includes ET86 Lens Hood):

I have only had the lens a short time, but it has performed well during night football games and in capturing crisp action shot of dogs frolicing in water.

Used for soccer shots

By Tommy

from Rochester NY on 9/26/2008

Describe Yourself:

Hobbyist/Enthusiast

Pros:

Consistent Output, Sharp Focus, Strong Construction

Cons:

Heavy

Best Uses:

Portraits, Sports/Action

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon EF 70-200mm f2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer Lens (Includes ET86 Lens Hood):

I shoot about 1500 frames at each of my son's varsity HS soccer games. Focus is fast! I shoot wide open almost always and when I get the subject in the cross hairs the shots are perfect. I us a 1.4x extender in bright light and switch it out at dusk. I even get decent shots under the lights (manual exposure f2.8 at 1/320 @ ISO3200) and the focusing is still fast.

Customer Reviews about the EF 70-200mm f2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer Lens (Includes ET86 Lens Hood) at OneCall