I believe this is one of the best lens for about $1000. Forget about zoom lenses even if they are L. This lens is far better than 70-200L in my opinion. It is very sharp at f2 and even more sharp at f2.5. With zoom lenses you have to set to f/5.6 for better result and f/8 to match this lens.

"Where do I begin! If you are on the fence about purchasing this lens or not.....DO IT! Its unbelievably sharp! The bokah in the pictures from this lens are so ""creamy"" in quality. The background just melts away! I am really happy with this lens."

The Canon EF 135mm f/2L USM ($1,089 direct) is a prime lens for Canon cameras with a focal length that is traditionally useful for portraiture. Of course, you won't be limited to that purpose when shooting with the lens; it does double duty as a medium-telephoto lens, and a sharp one at that.

Quite sharp; Minimal distortion.

Lacks optical stabilization

The Canon EF 135mm f/2L USM ($1,089 direct) is a prime lens for Canon cameras with a focal length that is traditionally useful for portraiture. Of course, you won't be limited to that purpose when shooting with the lens; it does double duty as a medium-telephoto lens, and a sharp one at that.

The No product information for canon_135 is not a new lens. In fact it's been in Canon's lens lineup since 1996. What makes it an interesting lens is that it's very sharp, very fast and it's one of Canon's least expensive "L" series lenses at a current street price under $1000 The EF 135/2L USM is...

The Canon EF 135mm f/2L USM is a classic portrait lens with sharp optics and an impressive aperture, but it's not optically stabilized. (4 out of 5) Pros Quite sharp Minimal distortion Wide aperture Cons Lacks optical stabilization The Canon EF 135mm f/2L USM ($1,089 direct) is a prime lens for...

Quite sharp; Minimal distortion; Wide aperture

Lacks optical stabilization

This is a superb mid-range tele with a really wide aperture. Initial trials show it to be fast focusing, steady, great canon glass. Shooting down to f2.0 still holds exposure and sharpness really well. The depth of focus is superbly narrow, ideal for portraits and some active sports.

I use this for weddings, instead of the 70-200 2.8. This lens is lighter, smaller, and faster. If you want to differentiate yourself just a bit, use this lens. The separation is stunning, the bokeh creamy.

Consistent Output; Fast / accurate auto-focus; Lightweight; Nice Bokeh

I bought this lens for indoor dog sports with pretty poor lighting. My EF70-200 IS 2.8L zoom was just not fast enough and I was getting too much noise at the higher ISOs with my 40D. Upgraded to the 5D2 and with this lens I can use ISO 3200 without much noise at all.

Fast; Sharp Focus

None so far

I bought this lens for indoor dog sports with pretty poor lighting. My EF70-200 IS 2.8L zoom was just not fast enough and I was getting too much noise at the higher ISOs with my 40D. Upgraded to the 5D2 and with this lens I can use ISO 3200 without much noise at all.

Fast; Sharp Focus

None so far