The Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM ($1,349 direct) isn't as lauded as the company's f/2.8 IS lens with the same zoom range, but it's priced about $650 less, making it an attractive option for shooters who can live with a slower lens.

The Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM ($1,349 direct) isn't as lauded as the company's f/2.8 IS lens with the same zoom range, but it's priced about $650 less, making it an attractive option for shooters who can live with a slower lens.

Optical stabilization system; Fixed aperture through zoom range; Relatively light.

Edges soft when zoomed; Adding a tripod collar is expensive

The Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM lens captures impressively sharp images and is optically stabilized. It's a good option for shooters who can't afford an f/2.8 zoom. (3.5 out of 5) Pros Optical stabilization system Fixed aperture through zoom range Relatively light Sharp images Cons Edges soft when...

Optical stabilization system; Fixed aperture through zoom range; Relatively light; Sharp images

Edges soft when zoomed; Adding a tripod collar is expensive

Introduction: The Canon 70-200F4L is the cheapest "L" series lens in the market. It has a very good range and extremely good image quality. Summary: Canon has released 4 different 70-200 lenses (from cheapest to most expensive order); 70-200F4L USM 70-200F4L IS USM 70-200F2.8 USM 70-200F2.8 IS USM...

The common strengths on the 70-200F4L are; - Picture quality stays sharp all the way up to -200mm; - Zoom barrel doesn't extend (comfortable; - USM; very fast focusing

The common weaknesses on the 70-200F4L are; - No Image Stabalization; - Heavy

it out both on several indoors shots under less-than-ideal lighting conditions and was pleased in most respects, and outdoors. very good results on even moving subjects. Really good product, with highly applauding performance. Image quality is simply awesome. 5 stars for that.

I bought this lens to replace an older version of the same lens and it is much sharper than the older one. I use this to photograph moving subjects and a fast running son on the track. I have had no issues with it so far.

Durable; Fast / accurate auto-focus; Rugged; Strong Construction

a good lens but with limited usefullness, if you can afford it get the IS version

lightweight and good image quality

no IS and only f4 means it is quite limited in use

Great all round lens to have at hand,great for wildlife and sport. Delivers a good quality print. Can become a little heavy on long sessions. Quality robust build as usual from Canon. A great tool to have in your arsenal !!

Easy To Use; Rugged; Great Resolution; Silent Operation

Heavy; Not Good In Low Light

Good zoom lens compact , Light weight ,Easy to use and to carry around , This is my second copy of this lens , It seems the first one i owned was little sharper than this one both of the lenses got some dust particles inside the front element after about one week of use dust is very small and has no...

Easy to use; Compact; Build quality

This is an awesome lens. I bought it to photograph sports and I've found myself using it as a carry lens. The 'L' rated lens has a much more defined contrast and much better image sharpness than my kit lens.

Image quality Build No external moving parts

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