The new EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6L IS USM
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Train Crash
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Hmm, interesting..
But those who already say that the 70-200f4 is too slow, won't be happy with this one:
70-103mm (f/4.0) 104-154mm (f/4.5) 155-228mm (f/5.0) 229-300mm (f/5.6)
If it had a fixed aperture, I'd go for it and sell off my 70-200 but with the above, I have to think twice.
Btw, I dun think it will sell at 2k only. Given the 1500 Euro Canon Europe is asking for it in Germany from end of Oct, I expect it to carry a price tag of around SGD2.5k plus in Spore.
Cheers.
But those who already say that the 70-200f4 is too slow, won't be happy with this one:
70-103mm (f/4.0) 104-154mm (f/4.5) 155-228mm (f/5.0) 229-300mm (f/5.6)
If it had a fixed aperture, I'd go for it and sell off my 70-200 but with the above, I have to think twice.
Btw, I dun think it will sell at 2k only. Given the 1500 Euro Canon Europe is asking for it in Germany from end of Oct, I expect it to carry a price tag of around SGD2.5k plus in Spore.
Cheers.
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litlefiter
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price also higher by a lot
Halfmoon
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My estimate is $2-2.2K range.... have IS.... 100mm... actually... I think 100mm... is not really alot right???? :think:
victorlee10
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Why not just buy the 70-200 f4L IS and get a 1.4x TC?
I am having a hard time deciding also...but I feel myself quite a high chance getting this lens and sell away my F4L
Halfmoon
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I have decided to wait for the review and then decide.... and also, the local pricing....
Actually.... http://www.the-digital-picture.com/Reviews/Canon-EF-70-300mm-f-4-5.6-IS-L-USM-Lens-Review.aspx
It is out for this one... waiting for photozone review on the level of distortion, etc... Usually, Canon telephoto zoom have really good control on the distortion and pin cushion......
This lens is compact, slightly heavier, weather sealed...... 100mm more in range with IS.... and it is just too perfect for traveling.........
Wait for pricing now....... hard call....... :think:
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Train Crash
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Well, i said if the new one had a fixed aperture of at least 4, I'd consider selling off my 70 - 200 f4 IS. On a second thought, the 70-200 f4 is is one of the best lenses in terms of optical quality canon ever created and its less then 2k; and lenses with such a wide focal range as the new one always constitute a compromise between versatility and optical quality. Well, I guess its for those who want only one lens to carry and don't care about landscape photography at all.
Comparing it against the 100-400mm (around $2500 according to pricelist)
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70-103mm (f/4.0) 104-154mm (f/4.5) 155-228mm (f/5.0) 229-300mm (f/5.6)
100-129mm (f/4.5) 130-259mm (f/5.0) 260-400mm (f/5.6)If the pricing is too close, 100-400 is a possible alternative for the additional 33% reach.
Another lens to consider would be the new Tamron 70-300mm VC. Internal zoom with half the weight and expected to be significantly cheaper. It doesn't need to be L quality but should be better than Canon's current 5yr old 70-300mm.
Halfmoon
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You need a lot of light for it to function well... and also, IQ could go down a bit...
Halfmoon
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I do not think so... If I remember correctly, US$ is 1500.... so maybe $2.2K range.... :think:
nottipiglet
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Personally, the biggest reason to stick to my 70-200 f/4 IS is weight. The new 70-300 IS weighs 1050 g while the 70-200 f/4 IS is lighter at 760 g. Anyway, I rarely use telephoto lenses.
Then the old 70-300mm f/3.5-5.6 IS is even lighter. Which is why I sold my 70-200 f/4L IS and bought the 70-300mm. Like you, I rarely use telephoto, but when I need it, I need it. So, I want a light telephoto in my bag for that reason.
ManWearPants
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no. I will not sell the 70-200 f4 IS for the 70-300. But if there is a 100-400f4 IS, then it is a different story. IMO, the FoV of 300mm is not that much different from 200mm. If you have a ultra sharp 200mm, simply crop a little and it becomes your 300mm, isn't it?
Also putting a 1.4x TC will also give you 280/5.6 which is about the same as the 70-300. Why is there a need to change? I am more interested in the Sigma 120-300 f2.8 OS.
Also putting a 1.4x TC will also give you 280/5.6 which is about the same as the 70-300. Why is there a need to change? I am more interested in the Sigma 120-300 f2.8 OS.
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Kit
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The closest equivalent of what you wish for is the Nikkor 200-400mm f/4 VRII which costs around $11k and weighs more than 3kg. So if Canon does make a similar one, its hardly in the league as the lenses in discussion here.
ManWearPants
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70-300mm L now available. Can go molest the lens at AP...selling for $1950.