Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

Excellent lens with smooth controls and quick focus. Ruggedly built and not too heavy. However, my copy front focuses a small amount when I get near infinity and it will need to be calibrated. I don't think this is too big of an issue because there are variations from body to body. All around, very satisfied.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

Paired with 7D, and recently with the EF 1.4x III.
Great image quality.
Bought for lower price / lighter weight.
A really nice lens for carrying when hiking.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

I used this lens paired with the new Canon 7D and was not disappointed. Excellent in low light and super fast autofocus. I'm looking forward to using this combo outdoors for shooting sports.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

I chose the f/4.0 over the f/2.8 because of cost (approx half) and weight. Since I'm not as steady as I used to be and I like to take outdoor/wildlife photos the IS feature is more important than the larger aperture opening. The f/4.0 IS and F2.8 non IS are comparable in price.

The AF action is quick, smooth, and precise. The optics are excellent and pictures are of good quality.

I coupled the lens with a Canon 1.4X extender on my Canon XSi camera and got some good quality pictures on my cross country road trip.

I have since added the Lens "tripod" mount to better balance the lens and camera when using a monopod/tripod, and a Canon 2X extender. I would recommend the tripod lens mount especially when using the extenders.

The 2X Extender will cost you two full f stops and therefore disables the AF function of the lens (it works just fine with the 1.4X extender). If this is important to you go to the f/2.8 and choose between th IS and non IS versions.

Al in all a great lens.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

I bought this lens over the 2.8, due to price and weight. I am happy with the decision to go with this one, because most of my work are during daylights, so the F4 doesn't really slow me down much. The weight itself is a big plus when lugging the camera and lenses along all day. Image quality is excellent. It is sharp, and focus really fast. A good buy if one wants a light weight, and affordable.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

I use this lens as my main all-purpose lens because I
enjoy taking closeups. This lens works well with my Canon T2i indoors without flash. A very versatile lens that produces great image quality. I just wish
that it had wide angle capabilities. That would make
this great lens ideal.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

This thing is sharp and FAST!!! I was looking for a walkabout lens with a little bit of stand-off and reach --- I FOUND IT!!![...]

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

Expensive, but worth it. Well balanced with 50D, 7D or larger camera. Sometimes it gets too much attention due to its color and size.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

My main interest is in equestrian (show jumping) and this is the perfect lens for that (on a 7D). Very sharp and fast focus. Light but sturdy, weather sealed. F4 is giving great background blurring and is sufficintly fast for most conditions (if you can accept high ISO).Every. After 2 weeks use I have not yet found anything to complain about this lens

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

I purchased the lens to replace a 70-200 f 2.8 that I have been using for a number of years. The f 4 has a considerable weight advantage. It is much lighter and easier to handle. And, as the newer cameras do such a marvelous job at the higher ISOs, the one-stop speed difference is hardly noticeable. Great lens, fast and extremely sharp.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

Currently shooting with an EOS 7D and this lens is a great match. The weight and balance when shooting without support is very good and the images are great.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

I did my homework before buying this product. It has met all my expectations. Canon "L" lenses are the best in my mind. My only dislike is the cost being very high. In some cases, I think Canon should include more of the basic accessories.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

Real fine lens as I expected from a Canon L series lens....this has been my workhorse for both pics of grandkids and wildlife....paired with my canon 7d, it is an unbeatable combo

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

Too many compliments to list - in a nutshell, an excellent lens in all regards, with special emphasis on sharpness.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

Great lens for low light candid photographs

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

My first "L" lens, I begin to get the picture. There is a parallel between quality equipment and results, stir in knowledge,money, and time.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

This lens provides exceptional resolution throughout the range.
It does make a little noise from the IS but to me it is not noisy. It lets me know that the IS is working. The auto-focus is quick. I have used a different brand for my DSLR life, but switching to Canon and this lens has been a good move for me.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

if you need a good performance per weight - take this one

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

This is my first upgrade to L series and am not disappointed with the lens performance and high quality of pictures. Am glad I purchased one with IS, a great feature especially zooming to 200 mm without tripod

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

I use it for landscape photos. It's autofocus is very quick and acurate. Hvae not had a chance to use for night photography yet. I's a little on the heavy side but it's worth it. It takes a litlle getting use to the focus and zoom rings. I bought to replace a Canon 70 - IS USM. it's worth the extra money.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

Very sharp pictures with great color and range, and easy to use.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

Very Sharp lens, excellent for candid photos at weddings and doing Portraits, this lens is also great for photgraphing wildlife from a distance. The IS feature is very helpful while shooting in low light, but not night photography; because of this I sometimes wish I had bought the 70-200 IS 2.8L; though that lens has much more weight and cost about $800.00 more. Setting a side night shooting I have no complaints about this lens.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

I love the lens. My first real good excursion with it was the Telluride Bluegrass Festival, and was able to take some great shots. I have not had a single complaint with it.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

Having two other L series lenses (17-40 and 24-105) I knew what to expect. However, I was somewhat tempted by the 70-300 DO primarily for its size, although the fact that it wasn't white was a consideration - especially for use overseas. But after many hours checking reviews online, it became apparent that the tradeoff for smaller size and lower visibility was poorer performance. The great reviews of the 70-200 were confirmed by the test shots I took as soon as I opened the box.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

I'm a photojournalist working in the field everyday for a newspaper, and I usually use my wide, but when I need the long glass, this almost always does the job. I hesitated for a long time about whether to spend the extra dough for the 2.8 IS, or just get the 2.8 non-IS instead of this lens, and needless to say I went with the f/4 IS. My thinking was, there are going to be a lot more situations where I need the 2-4 stop IS than the one stop aperture improvement.So far, I've had it for about 5 months, and I have no complaints. People who say it's heavy just aren't used to professional lenses. Carry a 2.8 IS around for a while, and you'll appreciate how light this lens is. It's about the size of a tall boy beverage can, fits easily in my bag and doesn't weigh it down too much.It's about the sharpest lens I've used in the realm of Canon 35mm-type, focus is sharp and fast. Works great for sports. Even indoors, for the most part. The extra stop would be nice when the arena you're shooting in is really dim, but even shooting basketball it's better to shoot at f/4 anyway. I'm sure at some point, when I have more money than I know what to do with (which I'm hoping will be soon...), I'll break down and buy the 2.8 IS, but in the meantime, this lens is beautiful, reliable, light, sharp, and the zoom is smooth, silky and well damped. I prefer primes anyway, so I think I'll probably just get the 135 f/2L, 85 f/1.2L or 200 f/2L for portraits or whatever.The only negative I can imagine is that the lens hood is ugly as sin. Works like a charm, but let's face it, an attractive camera and lens is just a littttle bit more fun to own.Hope that helps.[...]

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

Lens is sharp and the IS works great!

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

Having stated that I thought this lens was heavy, I don't want anyone to think that this lens is 'too heavy' - it's not. I don't even use my tripod unless it's extremely dull. So hand holding is no issue. At 70mm it's takes sensational portraits and at 200mm if you're on the sideline of a sports match, you're in the game! Sharp, quiet, fast and maneuverable - a gem of a lens.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

I have a number of other good quality Canon lenses, but between this lense and my 24-70mm I take ninety percent of my pictures.I use the lense on my 5D Mark II and my 30D, with excellent results. A 1.4 extender works well with it.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

Is a good partner for the 24-70mm with the best relation price/weight/focus/quality

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

For years I was the White lens wanna be. I have spent 200, 300, even 400 dollars on various zoom lenses for years never laying down the extra money for the big boy lense. Oh the money I could have saved in the long run. On my 30D this lense is very manageable. Anyone who tells you it is too heavy needs to spend a little more time with something other than a Bic-Mac and a beer in their hands. If you are the least bit fit, and used to backpacking, purses, or weapons being slung for hours and days on end then you will have no issue with the weight. The payoff from just leaving it on is outstanding. My 20D with a 17-85 IS USM and my 30 with this lens is almost a perfect kit for a vacation, day out or event if you want it simple. BUY THIS LENS

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

This baby rocks. Expensive, yes, but the quality is unsurpassed. I'm no pro, but this lens makes you want to be a better photographer...because frankly you really have to try hard to take a bad picture with this lens. You get the picture framed properly, and this lens will do the rest.

Even wide open at f/4, it takes near-perfect photos. I can hardly tell any difference when you step down a stop or two. AF is always tack perfect!

If you primarily want something for action photos, consider getting it without IS (as it will save you a little weight and about $400+). If you really need the low-light capabilities, then consider the f/2.8 IS version (with additional weight and $600 extra!!!).

But if you plan on using it for portraits, stills, or basically anything under 1/250 shutter speed, then you're going want the IS. It's definitely worth it for what I often use it for. I've tested the f/2.8 and it's just not worth it for 95% of what I shoot, especially given the fact that the f/4 is considerably lighter!

Forgo those fancy dinners for 8 months, and just get it. You can survive on rice, beans, and salad....but you can't survive without this one in your back. You won't be disappointed.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

Love it. Everything you've heard that is good about this lens is true.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

As any Pro that makes a living with this lens will tell you, it is amazing. There is not a sharper zoom on the market. The image stabilization works great and allows me to hand hold shots down to 1/15 at 200mm. Zero chromatic abberations. Ever so slight vignetting at f/4 on a full frame camera. Though this is less than you'll find on any other zoom, even the f/2.8 at f/4. Very robust construction, I've used it for 2 hours in an ice storm attached to my 1Ds without any troubles during or after. Highest recommendation!

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

I purchased this lens for a trip to the Galapagos Islands for wildlife photography. The lens, while a bit heavy (which I expected), lived up to all my needs. The IS more than made up for the f4.0 and allowed me to trek around and handhold in difficult lighting. Excellent resolution (also expected with the "L" series).

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

This is a wonderful lens for general photography and it works especially well with the Canon 1.4x II extender.Focusing is fast and spot on. The latest generation IS is simply incredible. Press the shutter button half way to activate the IS and everything in the viewfinder just freezes. This makes it possible to hand-hold at very low shutter speeds.The image quality is excellent and, for convenience and comfort, this lens is so much smaller and lighter than the F2.8 version. Build quality is up to the usual L standards.Before this, I owned an FD 70-210/F4 and an EF 70-200/F4 L non-IS. They were both great lenses but this one takes the bar even higher.I can't think of one negative thing to say. [...]

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

I origonaly purchased a "vacation lense" for a trip to Jamaica, and ended up being dissapointed in the sharpness of the images. This L lense is so much better, that my family and friends who are not photographers can easily tell the difference in the side by side test shots that I showed them. In addition the construction, and weather sealing makes so much sense for a vacation lense.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

Updgrading from 70-300 IS, you will immediately feel the good built, fast auto focus and the same time almost the same weight. This lens is very sharp starting at widest aperture and the contrast is very good. Colours are perfect. I can bring this lens the whole day without having sore shoulders. In fact, it was with me the whole time during my trip to Hatta. Higly recommended!

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

Well, if you find better lens with f/4, please, let me know !!!!!

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

I just used the lense at a Dolphin game and the photos that I took are just amazing. The fotos are sharp there is nothing else to say. Its just fantastic!

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

Great lense. Certifies everything praised by critics.

Adorama does a great job. Fast, professional, at a fair price.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

I had a 70-200 f2.8 IS and this lens is just as sharp as the f2.8. This is a great lens if you want a lighter weight 70-200. Now, I also tried the 70-300 and the 70-200 f4 lens has a slight edge in term of contrast but the 70-300IS is at least half the price and not so well build.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

I recommend Canon 70-200 any one want sharp photos

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

Took the lens to a gym festival in Tuscany, Italy and got a lot of excellent shots of the kids doing gymnastics, playing around the pool and the awesome Tuscany landscape. Very sharp photos and most are keepers. Does require a good light compared to my 17-55 f2.8 lens but they weight about the same and are not too heavy for traveling.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

Just by it.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

Portraits or Candid .

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

A wish has come true. I'm a proud owner of this excellent lense.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

I use it when I am out with other peoples in the wood and in the city mm

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

I am extremely happy with this lens. Some years ago, I used to own it's big brother - the f/2.8 IS version. While that's also a fantastic lens, it's quite much heavier. For MY use, this new f/4 IS lens is the perfect thing, as I mostly tend to operate at apertures in the f/5.6 - f/13 anyway. It is incredibly sharp, gives good and natural colors, the IS is first class, and the price is - I would say a bargain for what you get.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

I am very satisfied with this lense, though it is very expensive, but the dollars is worth its value. If you could afford it, you'd better buy one.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

I'm thrilled with this lense. You can see some examples of the image quality at my gallery:
http://www.pbase.com/intermon/sfo2007
Most shots were done handheld!

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

What a great lens. Cheaper would be better, but you can't have everything.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

very sharp lens....recommended!!

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

Bought this lens to supplement my 24-105 for a wedding some friends ask us to shoot.
Test shots produced results indistinguishable betweem the two lenses.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

This lens is amazing with the IS function, handheld taking shots of birds it's tack sharp

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

My only fault with this lens is that the filters are 67mm not 77mm therefore filters that I have for my 24-105mm (77mm) will not fit.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

I replaced the non-IS predecessor with this lens. I can now shoot hand held what previously required a tripod or monopod. I have three f4 Canon IS lenses and the f4 is no problem on my full-frame 5D because it is relatively noise free at ISO 800 and 1600 even aggressively cropped and blown up.

A user with a 1.6 crop camera has to decide whether the 70-200 mm (effectively 112-320 mm) focal range is good for what he/she wants to shoot. These f4 L lenses are extremely good for a modest price.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

Awesome lens this is. Its very sharp and focuses fast and accurately. This is definitely one of Canons finest.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

This lens takes beautiful photos--and it's relatively light for a telephoto zoom.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

So far so good!

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

I just got this lens today and try a few shot right and all the photo blow me away .

The photo is original JPG and not photoshop anything .

The only lens in my bag now is "L" series .

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

I was one of the first adopters of this lens - paid full retail for it. I had the non-IS version of it at the same time and I was able to do some comparison photos. Where the 2.8 version is supposed to have slightly less IQ on the IS lens, there's certainly not the problem here. My copy of the IS beat the non-IS on every shot.
This is - as tested by a number of sites - the sharpest, highest resolution zoom out there. In many cases, it beats primes of the same focal length. Added to that is Canon's simply incredible 4-stop IS system. And it's pretty light, too!
I've used it alone and with a 1.4xTC. Using the TC slows down focusing a little and you have to have good lighting, but you can get some wonderful shots. All in all, this is THE lens to beat in the focal length. There's really nothing else like it.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

I just did not expect the hi quality of this glass.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

So far it is a great lens. I'm a little weirded out by the IS feature of this lens. The image jumps and the thing is a little noisy, but not bad. I knew all these things before I bought it though. I have no regrets about spending the money and plan to get a teleconverter for it.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

This lense truly is amazing. I am using it on a Canon Digital Rebel XTI 10.1 MP I am really happy and proud of the pictures I take.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens, USA:

Bought mine 2006.12 (from a local shop) - So far only good results. My first L - probably not the last