Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

Excelent,before I have 70-200 F4 excelent too but I love the IS on the f2.8

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

tired of borrowing this lens for kids sports and other activities. well worth the investment.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

Makes a complete kit with the 24-70L

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

I have not had this lens for very long. I'm very tiny 5' and about 112 lbs. This lens is heavy to me, 4.4lbs. I carry it in my arms like a baby when I'm out shooting, otherwise it is in my camera backpack. (not heavy then)
I can understand the reason for the heaviness, I/S, and good glass lens. I don't have a problem with that. I'm happy that the lens hood came with it, and love the little carrying bag that it came in.
No complaints from me, I love it!

I love the picture quality, this is my very first L lens. I leave it in my camera (Canon T2i 550D Rebel) . I also have a xsi 450D Rebel, I use this one to interchange my other lenses.
This way, if I'm out shooting and I don't need to use the zoom, I just pick up the other camera with the other lens in it. I don't really want to change lenses outside with dust etc.


I'm adjusting to the difference in that f/2.8, 70-200mm lens. This is probably due to the fact that I've only been a photographer for one year. :).

The photos are very sharp, color great. I am looking forward to really learning how to use it, and getting much use out of it.
Oh, I did have it insured, I don't want to have to buy another one, in case something happens to this one, they are a bit pricey. (worth it)

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

This lense is used with my Canon 5d Mark II camera. I love this lense. No distortion, great pictures everytime, great zoom and with 2.8, you can't beat it. It probably is ranked 1 or 2 for my tops lenses Canon makes.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

I shoot people outdoors full light and weak light and in-between - I shoot nature scenes - I shoot the bark on trees to see how the focus works on my cameras.I now have 3 of the canon lenses, This IS lens, a 70-200 L (non stabilized), a 28-70 non-IS and I am extremely disappointed. The focus on all of these is spotty at best and I guess the spotiness is the irritating thing over and above the bad focus itself, for on some occasions I shoot images that are razor sharp but then for the same conditions the focus is just plain off. The shutter speeds are fast 1/400 and above and the f-stop is f/9 or above, and the subject distances are anywhere from 15 feet to 175 feet - so it should not be a depth of field problem - adn I do not have the shakes.For the life of me I cannot understand why the camera manufacturers force us to use an autofocus and do not supply as standard on their bodies the ability to split screen focus.Using just the ground glass to get things in focus is a pain and one cannot get these lens in tack enough unless one has a split screen or a good autofocus. I have used all my lenses in strong light and low light. The strong light works better than the mid to lo light, but for [$] of glass I frankly expected better.Is it too much to ask for the manufactures to provide the algorithm and actually display on the screen the actual distance that the lens "thinks" the subject is at - and the darned depth of field??? And is it to much to ask for the manufacturers to give us a split screen on a Canon 50D??As a final note - Yes I know that these Canon premium lenses have a way to do a micro adjustment for the focus, but WHY should I have to do that. It seems like THAT was just a work-around to cover up for something wrong in the lens itself, or its focusing algorithms. And to make it all worse - the micro adjustment is only good to a particular focal length. So you will get tack and one focul length but possible blur a the others ... SheeeshQuite frankly I am really disappointed - and no- I do not work for any manufacturer - I am just a guy that wants my images to be spot on.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

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Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

Everything about this lens is great except its size. It's huge; bulky, heavy, cumbersome. This is enough to overshadow all that is good about it. I returned it.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

Bright and sharp photos. I found IS working very well and very usefull

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

Action photography, a little heavy, but a monopod takes care of that problem.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

If you want to shoot sports, IS is not really necessary.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

I am so happy to finally have a great lens for sports and action photography.

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This lens was purchased for my son who is a student at SCAD...Savannah College of Art and Design. He is majoring in Photography and has wanted this lens for a long time. He raves about this lens. It's a little heavy but he does just fine with it, with or without a tripod. He had 2 portrait photo shoots and the outcome of these shoots were amazing!!!!! This is a must have lens.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

Truly impressive. No other lens to get over

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

I wish I had waited for 3 weeks more, since Canon brought out II version of this great lens ! Yet this is a great investment and is for a long time.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

I use this lens for Landscape/Scenery Portraits and Weddings.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

Great images
Great lens

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

This is a must own lens.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

Worth every dollar!

I bought this lens to mainly take pictures of my kids sporting events and our vacations. I like the Rugged design, Consistent output, and extremely fast autofocus. I've only used this lens a little over a month and have more keeper pictures than I know what to do with. I've used it in bright sun and in low light and can't believe the output. It works extremely well with my camera, the Canon EOS 40D, and has been purchased to replace my kit lens that came with the camera. The controls are silky smooth and my pictures been absolutely amazing. The main thing I noticed when using this lens is that your subjects appear to have an almost 3-D like effect as they stand out with amazing clarity and detail against a really nice blurry background. The pictures taken with this new lens have much more of a "POP" than my kit lens could ever produce. The extra weight is really justifiable because it helps you to steady your hands when taking pictures. Now I see why the media uses these. I experimented with several types of polarizing filters and after seeing the before and after pictures, I can quickly see the pictures taken without the filter are much clearer and sharper.
Also I noticed there is very little editing neeeded on these pictures like with photoshop as most of the pictures are very sharp and well focused.

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I was on an aluminum Bleacher at My sons graduation with this lens and 5d mk2 I also had a Manfroto tripod. I was shooting with IS on and video was great and Pictures sharp. Then I turned IS off and while I was on Live view to pick Him out of the crowed. People came up and down the bleacher; you could not see a thing via the screen because of the shake was so bad. Then I click over to IS and boom, as still as could be even with people shaking the bleachers all evening long video and Pic's came out great. The money I spent extra for IS was worth every penny. In the future if I can afford it, they will be all IS especially now because I can shoot video as well.

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I love this lens, its all true. Thankyou to all who have reviewed it previously, as it urged me to spend the extra $ and go for the 2.8 IS, and so glad I did. Also bought a monopod, which along with this lens has helped with sharpness when shooting weddings and family portraits in the last of the day's light. More examples on my website [@]

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

Good Glass! Take a loan, pick up pop cans, whatever..If you shoot low light, fast movers, shy critters....quit hemming about & acquire this tool.

Good color, fast focus, far reaching, easy to handle
without sticks, suggest take a knee if you can tho. Look for any available brace for long distance targets.

Carry a short glass on your secondary as this thing needs bout 3.5 ft to focus. so you gotta keep some distance between you & your target.

Very light, I believe bout 3 pounds,

This is one tool I highly suggest if you do any sort of shooting that it can be used in.

DO NOT SCRIMP with a lower grade brand if you need hi speed/low light options.

If you don't have the cash off-hand, thats why they made credit cards..[just make sure you keep track of your payments!] :-)

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

I waited a long time to get this lens and I must say that then wait was worth it. I have gotten some amazing "people" photos. The bokah is silky smooth and really helps to separate the subject from the background. Focus is very fast and accurate.I look forward to many years of satisfaction. The only down side is that the lens is heavy; but I know that when I purchased it.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

This lens is a pure joy to use. I use it for weddings,and take it with me on trips. I use it on my 5Ds and 40D without a problem and usually pair it with the 16-35 f 2.8L and the 50mm L.It is a little heavy for back packing though. When I back pack I usually carry the 200 f2.8L instead. This lens won't disapoint you. The IS does sing for you but I doubt any one but the photographer will notice.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

I use this lense 70% of the time with the Canon 2X extender and am pleased with the results.Both IS and focus work very well with or without the extender.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

I really like the quality of the images I have been taking with this lens. I have been having a great time learning my new digital camera with this lens. You can capture wonderful images of people without them even knowing your taking their picture. It is much easier to get natural expressions and animals in their undisturbed enviroment.

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Because of its weight, I feel that this lens works best with the 1Ds or 1D as it makes it easier to hold/balance for best results. As for results, I am estatic. I owned and used a FD 200mm 1.2L before this and this lens leaves it for dead even though it is only f3.5. I do a lot of night photography which can test any lens and the results are outstanding.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

Well worth the money!
I specifically purchased this lens for indoor sporting events where lighting isn't always good, but have also had success with some wildlife shots and other outdoor scapes (even using the lens in 5deg weather).
If there are any short-comings, its the max zoom of 200mm -- having greater magnification for some sporting events would be helpful, but you loose speed when going to the 300mm or 400mm options (being f5.6) ... it's a trade-off and a decision left to each individual as to whether speed or magnification is the priority.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

First time I used this lens I knew it was worth the money! I am very pleased with the pictures I have taken so far.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

The best zoom bar none

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

I traded my 70 - 200 L f/4 IS for this product because I needed a faster lens. I have been very happy with this lens. I use it mostly for portraits. It is tack sharp and I love it. It is heavy though. I find however that with the right camera strap, the weight is not a big deal.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

We have been very pleased with this lens. The IS feature was highly recommended by a friend, and I have to agree, it makes a huge difference.

This is the perfect compliment to the 24-70/2.8L that we use as our primary walk-around lens.

It is a little heavy, but I was surprised just how fast I got used to it.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

just go ahead a buy it !

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

This is a beautiful lens that produces tack-sharp images every time. Got some great wildlife shots with it in Prospect Park, in Brooklyn. The IS is rock-solid and the auto-focus is fast. The downside is that it's heavy - but with a monopod it's really not that bad.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

Love this lens. I have carpal tunnel so it is a bit heavy to use but worth the pain :) Can't go wrong with it.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

I am astounded at the quality of this lens! I love it, however it is so heavy and I am a small person so it's a bit of a trek for me to carry it everywhere like I do with my camera and other equipment. But I need to invest in another...larger camera bag, hope that will help. I do love the quality it was worth every dollar!

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

"L" glass with I.S.-it just doesn't get any better.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

I bought this lens but was worried a little about it's sharpness, as I saw some user commented the lens is soft at wide open. I got it and tested against a medical illustration, which has many thin lines and small fonts. And I can say it is at least as sharp as my EF 100mm F/2.8 macro. I don't know how this compares to the F/4L IS version of 70-200mm's, but I guess if the 2.8/L has any weakness in terms of image quality, it could be the CA, just a little bit. And I can immediately feel the difference of the color between this lens and my 85mm F/1.8 portrait lens. It's especially useful during Christmas, when I took some pictures of people against background of small light bulbs, and those nice round light disks are unimitable with smaller aperature versions.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

This lens is razor sharp and very strong construction.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

Love the effect that this lens has at the focal length(s) with the aperature wide open. I can see why this lens is a popular favorite among professional photographers as well as those who want AND can afford dishing out the kind of money that this lens commands. The only gripe I have against it is that the lens is heavy (my left arm will get a workout when I use it) and I can hear the IS start up much more distinctly and louder than on my 24-105f/4L. Other than that, if you can afford it, I'd say GET IT as the 2.8 aperature works well on indoor events.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

-Using Rebel XTi (My 50D Upgrade is 2 days away in a Fedex Truck)
This lens has turned my XTi into a fast shooting machine. I do sports and portraits.
For racing, I immediately felt a difference from my sold 75-300 IS USM lens. The IS panning mode gave my shots the pro look I needed. Super Fast Focusing and used with the 1.4x converter turns into a f/4 lens. Due to the White color it doesnt get hot for hours of shooting. Fitted in a monopod the tripod ring is movable and can set my camera at any orientation I need.
It lets me shoot portraits in low light and giving me the perfect blurred backgrounds. Its super sharp.
- Heavy to lug around.
-White lens will get a different looks from people watching you pass by. No camera moms and dads will match you up. You pay what you get for.
-It will make your wallet feel light! (But I dont think you carry that much cash anyways)
-This is for the serious photographers!

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

A excellent all around lense. I would highly recommend it.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

Now the football pictures I take of my son make him look like a pro!!!

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

It is a little heavy, but hey... I needed more of a workout anyway =).

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

Exceeded expectations. The focus speed is amazing and the two type IS works flawlessly. I am very pleased with this purchase and am constantly looking for excuses to use this lens.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

Use for children's sporting events - day, evening and nighttime sports. This lens can do it all! It is a must have and worth every penny. Clear, crisp photos that are unmatched. The IS works great for both pan and vertical movement.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

wonderful piece of equipment. This lens alow me to give the personal "touch" I was looking for. Money well expended.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

very nice glass....with a lens this durable bound to be some weight....best lens I have and most used...first time using it was at a professional drag race and was very impressed

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

I am a wedding phtographer and this lens is perfect for portrait and couple shots. On a 2.8 aperture the background will never be a probem again as it is perfectly blurred. Very sharp and fast. Just be warned- you need to beef up to carry this baby for hours on end!

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I used it at a wedding at the beach recently for the first time and I love it! The pictures turned out GREAT. It is a little heavy.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

This is my second L lens and they are just amazing you have no idea what your missing until you use one. Yes they are big and heavy but when you look at a gorges photo you don’t think about how much the lens weighed that took that photo.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

What can i say, its an awesome piece of glass. The IS works great, not as tack sharp as my old 80-200 F2.8 or the 70-200 F2.8 non-IS, but still very good. I have a pretty good copy, but there are some soft ones out there. It is prone to Chromatic Aberrations in backlit situations, but easily corrected in Lightroom or photoshop. Its also very heavy, bring a monopod or work out the left arm.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

will be used mostly for sports, (fastpitch softball under the lights), some portrait, and critters. limited use so far. performs well. fast almost silent focus. very sharp in sunlight. have not used it enough in low light conditions yet to form an opinion. the lens is heavy, but what do you expect from a 70-200mm f2.8 lens that is well built.

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This is the paragon of lenses. Exquisitely bright and sharp, dead-on color, no chromatic aberration at all, tack sharp at all apertures, and built like a tank! Even with an L-series 2X extender this beast is amazing! I love it, and yes, I DO want to marry it. Seriously, spend the money, you will not believe the improvement over other lenses until you shoot with this baby. Plus, you get a little upper-body workout!

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Moved from another high end 70-200 f4 non is,i´ve noticed in flying shots a more accurate focus and NONE missed shots,IS worth the money and in portrait of childrens is super bright and fast.I´m very very pleased with the change and feel the upgrade.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

This is my primary lens. Focus is fast and sharp. A little weather is no problem due to quality. Although it's a little heavy the pros outway the cons.

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At this point in time this lens is one of Canon's best. I also own the 16-35 and the 24-70 both f2.8 all three on a 5D body.
Don't try to get indoor pictures without prime lenses and expect good results. This lens performs good and although heavy the IS works wonders when you have to handhold. I use it handheld about 70 - 80% of the time with good results. Get used to both IS modes and try leaving the focus switch in the 2.5 - infinity mode for faster response.
The only thing I wish Canon made, was a more comfortable grip. When used on tripod turn the IS off unless you are on a parade platform or a movable surface.
Overall built is good, there is a bit of play in the camera mount of maybe 1/32 but that seems normal. The play is more evident only with heavy lenses.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

Great for

Photojournalist uses, and sporting action.

Its got a great build to it, and feels and looks like its worth every penny you paid for it.

Despite what others may say about the weight, i think the weight of it is, good, able to wear over the shoulder for long periods of time without too much distress. I'd still be happy with this lens if it was .5kg heavier if it still produces the quality that it does.

A Must for all serious photographers

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I bought this lens because the cheapy 70-300/4.0-5.6 just wasn't cutting it once I took the camera off auto. It is primarily for my kids' sports, but I also use it to take outdoor portaits and snaps. The colors are spot on with this lens, the bokeh is gorgeous and it makes me not hate my xti too much. It is heavy and my xti looks like a toy on the end of it, but I am waiting for the new 5D. The focus is quick and smooth. I'm an all or nothing kind of person, and I would hate to get the f/4 or non IS and then wish I had gotten it.

It took a while to get used to the weight, but it's so worth it :)

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

Sharp lens. Image Stabilization works great. Solid build quality, doesn't get any better. One of the best lenses available in this range for professional work and results.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

I bought this lens with my 40D for taking pictures at my kids sporting events. So far, after 3,500+ shots at a couple swim meets I am very pleased with the results. (So are the other parents.) I've been able to capture some amazingly sharp close-ups from the far side of an eight-lane pool without problem. This was done in light varying from morning to mid-day to evening with accurate representation.

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A few months ago I borrowed this lens from an AP photographer during a visit from the President here in Kuwait with my 20D. Immeadiatly I was certain this would be my next lens. I have had it for a few days now and all the reviews have been spot on. Tac-sharp, solid build, and heavy. Worth every cent and do not regret the price. My previous tele-photo was a Tamron 70-300, slow and poor quality in comparison. I also purchased the 1.4 X II for extra reach and works great with minimal degradation in quality. I went with the f/2.8 IS for my kids sporting events and the durability of the extreme environments I am deployed to. I look forward to many great years of enjoyment and memories.

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It does get a little heavy if you have it on the camera for a long time but I wouldn't trade it for the great pictures I had on my trip to Alaska!

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I use it to shoot my kids sports and general it is fast and precise!

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

I've owned this lens for a year now. I have shot indoor graduation ceremonies, outdoor graduation ceremonies, baseball games, dog races, and a lunar eclipse with this lens mated to a Canon 30D. I have never been disappointed by the results. The image stabilizatoin enabled me to produce amazingly sharp photos even when I hand held a shot with the focal length at 200mm and a shutter speed of 1/60th of a second. It is becoming my primary lens for everything except candids.

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I recently traded in my 70-200 f/2.8 for this IS version. I noticed when trying to take action shots, that the moving subject along with my own slight movement when hand held made the difference in an okay shot with slight motion blur to tack sharp photos. The IS makes all the difference.

As for the lens, it is wonderful. I use the lens mainly for volleyball photography which is very difficult. Mainly due to the fast speed of the game and the poor lighting usually in gyms. The 2.8 aperture allows plent of light to go through and allow a fast enough shutter speed to stop the action. I can not recommend this lens enough if it is in your price range. A+++

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I have not had much opportunity to use my new lens but the few times that I have, I've been extremely impressed. I take lots of pictures of horses, dogs and high school basketball. The pictures that I have taken of our horses and dogs have been soooo much better than similiar ones with my old lens. During a recent rain storm I took some pictures of the rain pouring over the top of our gutters and it was amazing - seeing individual drops. It is fast but somewhat heavy. I can't wait to use next basketball season.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

Worth every penny. Image stabilisation really makes hand-held possible despite the weight. Sharp, sharp, sharp with great colour.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

This lens is amazing for portraits and other uses it is super sharp crystal clear, the IS feature was worth the extra money and I love the fact that its a f2.8 the only thing i wish is that it could zoom to 300mm but nothing is perfect but this lens comes pretty close.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

This lens is not small/light/cheap, but after all, it is a zoom. I think this may become my favorite zoom. It's fast enough for some motion stopping and also some indoor pictures. It also seems to be proving quite rugged for hiking.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

This lens is worth every penny!! Sharp as a tack and the AF works spot on! With the EF 2X Extender II it also makes a awesome long range lens..

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

Good for most uses.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

This is one of the best lenses I own. It has done me no wrong since i started to use it and has improved teh quality of many of my pictures. It is an awesome lens. THe weight can be a little much and i wish the range was little better but it is truly a solid lens and this is one of the cheapest prices you will find it at.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

This is a great lens. I have used this lens for shooting some portraits, wildlife, and indoor sports. I really wanted a lens that was going to give me sharp images when i shoot sports indoors. This lens has met my high expectations that i had of it. The auto focus is really fast and accurate. At 2.8 this lens will allow you to take great shots at fast shutter speeds with low light. When i put on my 2x teleconverter to shoot pictures of bald eagles, it was still able to give me a fast shutter speed at 5.6. I was so amazed that i still had a fast shutter speed at 5.6 and it was pretty cloudy. This is an amazing lens and i would recommend it to anyone who is looking for a great lens that can be used to take almost any picture.

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The 70-200 f/2.8 is the way to go if you need to take sports shots outside or inside in a smaller arena setting. For equine sports, this IS the perfect lens. I have other L-series lenses, but haven't put them back on my camera for sports shots. The combination of this lens and the Mark III makes for an unbeatable pair!

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

Bought this as a replacement for my 70-200mm F/4 non-IS. This is a much heavier lens which I think actually balances the camera better in my hand, plus it stays still moreso, however it may become a burden for some on long shoots. Lens takes great pictures, color rendition is good, AF is fast though sometimes even on static subjects the focus is off by a little bit (learn to manually focus), most of the time its tack sharp. The zoom ring doesn't have the same rotating resistance throughout the range, but that may come with time breaking it in. The IS on this lens is great!(much better in my opinion than the 17-85 f4.5-5.6 IS) though I'm finding its counter productive on certain shots. Bokeh is so-so even at f/2.8, not on par with the 100mm f/2.8, so its not the best macro lens, but very handy zoom range for decent portraits. I use this lens for just about every type of shot so overall I have to say its exceptionally versatile. Hope that helps, though I'm sure I haven't said anything that hasn't already been said.

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I use it for water sports and it's very iluminated and sharp. It's a pitty being so heavy cose sometines you lose a picture cose you're taking to long to get it ready.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

I bought this lens so I could upgrade my wedding gear.I'm currently using the 40d with the battery grip (highly recommended for anyone who ever does portrait orientation, it's worlds easier). I also use the Canon 17-55 2.8 IS as my walk around general photography lens, and I pop on this other guy for portraits, action shots, that sorta stuff.The images look fantastic.If you are looking for a 70-200 L, look no further. Don't buy the f4, it may be cheaper, but you lose the ability to do indoor shots with your camera. And with the photography that I do and the climate I live in, most of my pictures are indoors. The IS works like a charm. When you're zoomed all the way in at 200mm, your hands will definitely be shaking and it will be hard to take a clearer picture. No matter how fast your shutter speed is, you will still get camera shake. IS counter acts this and makes your pictures come out clear. It's worth it. In my opinion, if you're gonna buy something, buy the best. This is the best.[...]

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

Even with IS a good tripod is vital for tele shots. This lens has performed with fast and accurate AF and the image quality is the best I've seen on a 70-200 zoom. I'm very happy to have this quality glass in my toolbox.

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Fantastic overall zoom. The optics are the best ever for a zoom lens. I just can't say enough about the high quality of this lens. It is worth every penny.

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I've used this lens for just about every type of shot you can think of. I've done macro, astronomy, sports, portraits, etc... and it has created sensational shots for every shoot. Give this to a 5 year old and just let them shoot 20 shots on a tripod and you'll have a photo worthy of a magazine cover! I'm a newbie (got my gear in March) and I've already been published in 3 magazines using shots from this lens on my Canon Rebel XTi - yeah, it is that good! Unfortunately I dropped my lens four feet onto concrete after my backpack accidently came open while in China shooting the Chinese Grand Prix (for vacation and hobby - not work) but it only suffered minor damage -[$] to repair via Canon and the warranty is still in tact. My only complaints is that it isn't as sharp as the 100-400 and it is heavy as hell, but it is worth every penny. If you don't need a 2.8 and can settle for a 4.0 then the 4.0 IS is a better value, has a better IS and is MUCH sharper. I use the 2.x extender for F1 shooting and it works great (see the attached F1 shot taken about 100+ meters away and about 10 meters high in the stands (Section B1 at Shanghai Circuit of a car on Turn 3 w/ 2x extender)

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I shoot a lot of college sports. This is my short range lens or back up lens. This lens is consistently fast focus and clear.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

I love this lens. It's definitely heavy but with the image stabilizer you can shoot at slow speeds and get glass-sharp images. The 2.8 f-stop really helps, too.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

This lens has exceeded all expectations. It is very fact and incredibly accurate. The Image Stabilization cannot be praised enough, it really does give you at least >2 stops in low-light usage with amazing results. Sure, it's heavy, but definitely worth the weight when you see the consistent quality of your shots. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

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I questioned the additional cost to have an F2.8 lens with IS. I thought it was a waste, until those low light conditions came my way and I was able to stay at a lower ISO and still get great blur free shots. I am so pleased with this lens all around, and in terms of weight get over it and buy a gym membership. I can easily carry this lens all day at a race with no problems. Bodies will come and go but this lens will be in my kit for years and years to come.

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I just got this lens to use with my 350D and I am absolutely thrilled with it. After doing a lot of research on it, I could see that the only two "cons" of this lens were the price and the weight. After only one weekend of shooting with this lens, I can say that neither of those issues bother me anymore. While it is a tad on the heavy side at about 3 1/2 pounds, the quality of images that it produces far outweighs the weight. It focuses quickly and quietly and the IS is amazing to work with. This is my first IS lens (and L lens) and it is amazing to see in action. If you're on the fence about spending the money on this lens, go for it! It has opened up a lot of creativity for me.

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I bought this for shooting High School Football and it has been an excellent purchase.

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I'm a retired chief photographer/photojournalist. My newspaper exclusively used Canon equipment, but I retired before all the stabilized stuff came on the market. This lens works as advertised. I've seen many comments on the weight of this lens. Great glass and sturdy construction make it a little heavy, but the photos you'll get are worth it.
With my Canon D30 body and it's 1.6 FOV this lens turns into a 112mm-320mm and with the 1.4 converter a F/4 156mm-448mm zoom. I would have loved to have had this lens to shoot high school sports with. Try hauling around a 300 or 400 F/2.8 lens and you'll understand what heavy is. The IS feature is icing on the cake, hand held sharp photos without a bi-pod.

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If you're already spending big bucks on a purchase this size, spend a little extra and get the best there is!

Just as everyone else has said the lens is a little on the weighty side but by no means a reason not to make the purchase--and with a focal length of 200mm you really ought to look at a tripod/monopod to stabilize shots anyways. The IS and f/2.8 really depend on what you think your needs will be, but this lens turns out crisp pictures time and time again. I'd buy it again in a heartbeat, period.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

Much sharper than my 17-85 and 70-300

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

if you only liked primes it would be play on your mind not to consider this one as well

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

Bought the lens not knowing anything about photography. A knowledgeable friend recommended it to me. At first I thought he hated me because of the price. It turns out he really is a friend. Absolutely love the lens. I use it for everything from wildlife to HS football games.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

This is the lens that you need. I do admit that I have not used the F4 IS version, it might be just as good, but do get the IS version of the lens of you ever plan on shooting anything hand held.. Bottom line - If you are buying a quality lens, that costs this much then go for the quality output that will set your photos apart from all the others who are holding a camera and snapping pictures.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

Wow! Pictures are crystal clear. I guess the appropriate term is "tack sharp". It's built like a tank and what you expect for the price you pay. I have not had the opportunity to use the IS on this lens, but I am a big fan of IS.P.S. [...]

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

This was a big investment but well worth it. This lense is so sharp. I still believe that the lense doesn't make the photographer, but it sure is nice to have the very best equipment. The 70-200 L is is the very best in it's class.

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This lens is everything everyone says it is. Awesome tack sharp quality, super fast focus, and the IS is totally awesome.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

It's heavy but I like it. Because it's 2.8!!

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

What else can you say that the other 50+ people havent praising this lens ??
First use was at an airshow. Combined with 1.4x teleconverter, and using "panning" stabilizer mode, got some incredible photos with my EOS 5D. Photos shown were cropped quite a bit as my 5D is full frame w/no conversion limiting my focal length to 280mm. Even cropped, image quality is great as you can see.
Surely not an everyday carry around lens but im sure if your reading this review, your aware of that.
The lens hood and carrying case thrown in by Canon are a plus. Carrying case actually rivals some high quality aftermarket ones.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

we needed a lens that was very fast, in focusing and in low light, and this lens definitely fits the bill. this lens has forced me to consider upgrading all of my lenses to L-series lenses.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

This lens delivers consistent quality photographs. The photographic quality of this lens is parallel to that of a prime lens. The lens is weather sealed, and ideal for rugged use. This lens will not let you down. This lens is heavy, and if you are not use to a heavy lens, it will take sometime to get use to it.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

Great, great! Save your nickels and get one.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

A sharp, fast lens which comes to the rescue in low light. the IS works well and practically gives 2+ stops of exposure.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

I do wedding photography primarily and this lens is perfect for candids! Great low light no flash shots at the ceremony. F2.8 with IS makes SUCH a difference. Focuses very fast and the image quality is awesome. Its L series what else would you expect. Is it heavy? Slightly but you get used to it and will definitely appreciate the pictures you can get.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

This is a serious lens, and I use it all the time. If your weak, get the f4 IS version because this lens weighs a bit. I have taken a lot of low light images, (dark rooms & overcast days) without flash and have been VERY please. Something I was not quite able to do with my f4 version of this lens. I also use this with both a 1.4xTC & 2.0xTC and again find it actually shaper with the 1.4tc and very good with the 2.0xTC.

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I've been borrowing one of these for the past couple of years (thanks, bro!) and have been very pleased with it for birds and candid portraits. I use it with the Canon 2x II extender for birds and have gotten a number of outstanding shots. If I'm outdoors, this is the lens on my camera.

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This is a truly awesome lens. Very sharp. Very fast. Excellent construction. I've owned this lens for over three years and never had a problem. Used it on Rebel, 20D and 30D and soon 1D Mk III.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

I bought this lens in May of 2006, and it immediately became my "always-on" lens. It's great for candids and portraits, compressing and isolating your subject with a beautifully blurred background. The images you get directly out of the camera are awesome. This lens produces great contrast and color, requiring less post-processing.A friend and I were hiking along side a waterfall/river and he had my lens in his backpack. He slipped on a rock and fell into the river. Luckily the lens didn't get wet, but it definitely felt some sort of impact from the fall, but it made it through with absolutely no problems. This beast of a lens is strong.The lens is pretty heavy, which can be a good or bad thing. I personally like the weight, it keeps my strap from moving on my shoulder. If you're going to be walking around a lot, you better be sure you are going to need this lens. I've taken it with me and left it in my bag, and it definitely weighs you down.The image stabilizer does exactly what it's supposed to. For static objects, mode 1 works like a charm. Mode 2 is for stabilization while panning with a moving object, like a car, or anything moving from one side to another. Mode 2 only enables vertical stabilization, allowing you to pan with your subject without the lens freaking out (if you are in mode 1, the lens will "snap" back and forth, trying to reduce horizontal movement). If you know which mode to use, and when to turn it off completely, you will get awesome results (stabilization doesn't work well with subjects that move around too much, it can actually make your shots blur sometimes).This lens is 2.8 all the time, at any focal length, which is rad. At 2.8, the depth of field is very shallow, so if sharpness is critical for your assignment, you probably want to shoot at 4 or smaller. This lens rocks with low light, i've taken shots at 2.8, 200mm, 1/15th and it is totally sharp. That's where the IS saves the day.Overall, I give this lens a 9/10. The lost point is for the shifty IS under certain circumstances, the weight, and the price (I got mine for [...]). Every pro should own this lens. There's no excuse not to.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

This is a great lens for versatility when taking portraits or for sports where you can get reasonably close to the action. Due to it's size and weight, however, I seldom travel with it.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

Pricey and heavy but I don't know how I made without it. I shoot weddings as a side line and during the ceremony most of the time there's just not enought light and I hate distracting with a flash. The large f2.8 aperature coupled with image stabalization really helps getting those once in a lifetime candids in such a situation and for the most part, shots turn out sharp enough to be very acceptable. I use it a lot for outdoor portrait work as well. Stopping down to about 3.5 gives a beautifuly soft background free of distractions and when you just don't have the light and want to shoot at a high f stop for depth of field, the stabalization works wonders for slower shutter speeds. The picture quality will simply blow you away.

I liked the image stabalization feature so well that I bought Canon's IS 2.8 24-50 lens. Though it's not an "L" series, pictures are really great.

I'd say buy this lens if you can afford it and want to shoot great, clear images in low light. Just be aware that its heaviness gets a little tiresome.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

One of the sharpest, most beautiful lenses I own.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

Outstanding lens for what it's for. It's heavy, it's too showy (not much to be done about that but there are times when it's just too big and white!) and it's not easy on the wallet. On the other hand, I can point to a thousand photos I simply could not have made without it. The image stabilization is superb, the optics almost flawless and it seems to be built like a tank.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

This is great lens for low lights photography.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

Appreciate the lens case and hood.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

This lens is a great addition to anyone's camera bag. It is fast and precise and the controls are much better than an earlier model 100-400mm L zoom I own. It's a very good midrange zoom and works well with a variety of subjects from flowers to large landscapes.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

Is a great lens for all works. With the 5D have excellent pictures. [...]

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

Love it, if you can afford it you should buy this!!!!

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

This is a great all around lens. With my camera EOS 20D and my old EOS10D I did not always like the 200mm shots in AF mode. However this was much better when using manual focus only at 200mm. The lens never gave me a problem and it is used in the field my usual subjects were trains. I also used the lens with a Canon 2x converter with the same fantastic results.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

Other than the weight and the long minimum focus length of 4 feet, this lens is almost perfect.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

I held off buying this lens due to price and the limited zoom range. I tried a Sigma 50-500 first. I should have spent the money on the Canon instead. Even with a 1.4x extender this lens is faster and sharper than the Sigma and the AF is extremely fast and accurate. If you're after wildlife this is a great lens to have in your basic lineup.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

This is the workhorse of my collection. I shoot paintball for a mag and this is the perfect lens to get the job done. It seems a little heavy at first, but after hauling a 300 2.8 around, this is a piece of cake. If you are looking to get your first "L" zoom, you just found it. This thing has been in the rain and shot up with paintballs and it's still SWEET!

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

The color. The clarity. A rock steady capture that is razor sharp at any aperture. This is the best zoom lens for your Canon period. The 70-200 encompassses a range that is suitable from portraiture to short range birding. The f2.8 with IS means you can take that shot in the light available. I've used this lens with great success at weddings where it enables me to be unobtrusive yet take a viewpoint that puts me right in the middle. It is always in my bag no matter what kind of shooting I'm out for. It's that good.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

Bought this lens specifically for use on an African safari. Used it alone as well as frequently with a 2x multiplier. In both instances the results were excellent. I found the clarity in low light shooting environments especially good--actually better than my medium zoom with the same stabalizing mechanism. As to the weight and size--I guess it's something that one has to accept as a trade-off in order to obtain the desired quality.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

Great Lens, it is really worth the $$$. Great for indoor sports like basketball where the 2.8 is needed. I love this lens, don't tell your wife how much you paid for it! ;o)

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

I use it for portraits, trips. Took it to Ireland, China, and HK. A little heavy but never regreted that extra weight.

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I was reluctant to purchase this lens because of the price. I always seen professionals and Enthusiasts with this lens in there bag and need some fast glass for some sporting events I was shooting. As soon as I took it out of the box you could feel that the lens was solid and built to last. It wasn’t as heavy as I people make it out to be. I am able to use this lens all day hand held with out a tripod and not be sore at the end of the day. It feels well balanced on my 30D and the sharpness is up there with Prime lenses. The Bokeh is creamy and the colors are wonderful. The USM is smooth and silent. The “IS” is quick and responsive. One of Canons best lenses. After using it a few times the money I spent on it was well worth it. If you’re a sports fan, or a photo journalist this is a must have in your camera bag.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

Worth every penny, Unbelievably sharp. IS permits hand holding down to 1/30 with exception results. Spend extra money for IS and f2.8, you will not regret. This lens is one of my favorite lens for tight shots. Highly recommend.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

Excellent lens, never leave home without it. Might be a little heavy, but it doesn't bother me much. The image stabalizer helps out quite a lot.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

It has been a great addition to my camera gear. I use it for capturing images of my kids playing sports. It lets you get great photos, but you will need a monopod because it is a bit heavy and can be a handful at times.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

Great lens, especially for bokah at 2.8. While it is heavy, this is necessary for a quality lens. My only critique is the location of the auto focus - manual switch on the lens, which is easily bumped with your left hand. That said, I rely on this to give good separtion of subject from background for images that "pop." Combined with my 24-70 2.8, this covers most needs.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

I've used it indoors in poor lighting situations where I needed the reach of this lens. I've used it outdoors to photograph a subject from a distance and still blur the background! I've used it with the 1.4x extender at outdoor sporting events and with the macro lens for macro photography. This is an overall excellent lens. Picture quality is superb from 70mm - 200mm. The IS is a necessity with this lens, I think, and it works well. My only complaint is that the lens is a beast, and you will not be inconspicuous when you point it at someone. However, people often assume I'm a professional photographer and are very receptive to getting their picture taken. I'll often put this lens in my "day trip" bag with the 24-70mm f2.8L with the 1.4x extender and the 580EX flash, and I feel like I'm ready for just about anything.

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If I could have only one lens, this would be it.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

I use this lens at poorly-lighted high school football games throughout Central Illinois. It's a must-have for action in low light.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

A little heavy, but you can't make a lens that is this good and this sturdy until an element lighter than hydrogen is discovered. Works very well with Canon 1.4x and 2x telextenders. Same filter size (77mm) for this whole series of lenses a big plus.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

Excellent lens for low light conditions - fast and sharp. Only complaint is that the lens locks up occasionally with my 20D - no resolution from Canon.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

Used it for a month in India photographing tigers from the back of an elephant. I got terrific shots and very sharp

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

I finally found the perfect lens for shooting hockey.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

If I could only have one lens in my bag this would be the one. I have shot in venues such as concerts and sports that I could not have done without this lens. Some people might not like the weight. But if you want to run with the Big Dogs, you have to get off the pourch!If your serious about your Photography then this lens is a must have for you!

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This lens is great for capturing those long distant shot while maintaining exceptional clarity.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

I would not hesitate to recommend this lense. The only negative thing I can think of is the weight when attach to the 1ds Mark II.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

Very heavy lens, but is worth its weight in gold, for what I do. I probably do more dirt track auto racing events than anyone else in the USA, each year. It will see a LOT of use! I also have the 24-70 L Canon lens-not image stabilized. I recommend image stabilization, even for those who think they don't need it, like I used to.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

The EF 70-200mm f/2.8 is usm lens is great for shooting outdoor portraits.
The f/2.8 gives me the dept of field I'm looking for,while the 200mm keeps me from being on top of the client.I also like the fast auto focus.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

just a bit bulky/heavy for me. i am a female whose hobby is photography and would love to use it more often but find it too heavy....

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

I was a little hesitent to spend that much money on a camera lens. It has turned out to be a great purchase. I have recommended the lens to numerous friends.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

Fantastic lens. Built like a tank, super image quality and bokeh and image stabilization and 2.8 makes this lens ideal in existing light situations.

It is heavy and is definitely not discreet.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

Photos from this lens are better than I expected; possibly because of the Image Stabilization. It's a bit heavy, but using it is better than carrying extra lenses.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

I also use a Canon EF 100-400 F4.5-5.6L IS USM lens. I prefer this lens, simply because it has the longer reach. That being said, when you use the EF 70-200 F2.8L IS USM - it is a pleasant reminder just how fast and sharp the optics are for this lens. It is a perfect lens when you use it within the telephoto range that it is built for. The colour dynamics and rendition off the "L" glass are stunning.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

This absolutly a excelent lens, there are no cons for me. Even the price is totally worth it!
Super sharpness, perfect fast and acurate AF,
perfect out-of-focus blur and super strong construction. I use the lens for paragliding photography, always out side and not always the best weather but the lens works great and is able to have that kind of 'abuse'.
Certainlley one of Canons best!

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

This is a very fine lens. The quality of the optics are first rate and the construction excellent. When using a camera with more than 8 megapixels the ability to enlarge and crop and still maintain a razor sharp image is beyond expectations. Stongly recommend for serious photographers.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

Top product. Heavy, specially with the X1,4 multiplier on it, but when you see the results, who cares ! You take it everywhere !

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

Great Lens great results. Zoom lenses don't get any better than this one.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

Being an amatuer photographer, you've got to be pretty serious about your hobby to spend this kind of money, but the results are amazing. The resolution that this lens provides is so good, it's close to three-dimensional! I've used this lens with Canon's D60 and 20D digital camera bodies with astounding results. The lens is large, heavy, and it does get noticed, but the quality and solidness far outweight these issues. It depends on your shooting, but for me, if I could only afford one lens, this would be it.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

You get what you pay for and this is worth every penny. "L" series all the way through. Great contrast, great bokeh and fast. Even with the Extender II 1.4, the contrast and clarity remains excellent.

This is a big lens that gives big results. It works as advertised and is worth the extra weight.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

Very high quality lens! Excellent Images! Very sharp! The image stabilization works as advertised.
The uses of it will be further enhanced by a future purchase of a canon 1.4X extender.

The cons are that it is bulky and very heavy.
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Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

By far the crown jewell of my small lens collection. It is equally at home catching fast action or low light conditions. Other than the everyday type of shooting, I try to use this lens any time I can. People may look at you funny when you use it only 10ft from them, but the shots you get up close and far away are excellent. The image stabilizer and fast optics make this a must have for any serious or semi-serious photographer.

Comments about Canon Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Image Stabilizer AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens - USA:

This lense is amazing! The f-stop and image stabilization makes it a PERFECT lens for shooting weddings! The controls are easy, the lens is a little heavy, but I still don't need a tripod or monopod to get great crisp shots! A+