Canon EF 35mm f/1.4L II USM Review
The Canon EF 35mm f/1.4L II USM ($1,799) is an update to a prime lens that's the favorite of many a photographer, with a moderately wide field of view that's equally adept for capturing images at a wedding, on the street, or in a war zone. It carries a premium price tag, but matches it with exceptional performance, even when shot at f/1.4 and paired with Canon's highest-resolution camera, the EOS 5DS R ($3,899.00 at Amazon) . If you lust after a fast 35mm lens, and don't mind paying a premium for Canon glass, the EF 35mm f/1.4L II USM is an excellent way to go, and an Editors' Choice. If your budget is tight, however, don't count out the Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG HSM Art ($683.00 at Amazon) , which is less expensive and an exceptional performer on 20MP cameras, or the Tamron SP 35mm f/1.8 Di VC USD ($559.00 at Amazon) , an excellent budget option if you don't mind using an f/1.8 lens.
DesignThe EF 35mm f/1.4L II ($1,799.00 at Amazon) is on the large side for a prime lens, but that's the ...
The Canon EF 35mm f/1.4L II USM is an exceptionally sharp wide-angle prime lens that excels for low-light and shallow depth of field photography.
Extremely sharp; BR Optics eliminate color fringing; Close focus for 1:4.8 magnification; Wide aperture; Excellent build quality
Noticeable vignette at wide apertures; Expensive; Omits stabilization