Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L - Aviation: Does anyone know how this lens is for aviation-airshow action without the IS feature?
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In my experience with airshows IS makes little difference because there is usually enough light for fast shutter speeds (in excess of 1/500) even with the lens stopped down to f4 or f5.6. Also you are often panning at an airshow so it is generally advisable to switch off the IS or set it to panning mode. I own this lens and the 100-400 L IS, for airshows the 100-400 is a better choice because of its longer reach
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Hi Keith, The light loss is throughout the whole range. So the 70-200 f2.8 becomes a 98-280 f4.0 but it is still good :)
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Go for it. This is an awesome lens. I use this lens along with my EF 70-200 L Series f/2.8 for all my wedding and other event shoots (including portraits, sports etc). But if money is not an object why not get the 50MM lens (along with this) as others have suggested. I am happy with the two lenses (ie EF 24-70 mm and EF 70-200 mm). I've taken thousands of pictures with these two lenses (almost 80% with the 24-70 Lens). Hope this helps.
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This lense does add some new features which work with the t2i. It has rear focusing which means the front element does move during focusing. Of course your camera does not support movie servo mode. Is the 70-200 f4 L better? Of course but a lot more money.
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I'm getting ready to order the 400mm. I already have the 70-200L 2.8 IS and if I wanted the extra reach with zoom, I could put my 1.4x teleconverter on it, making it a [roughly] 100-280 f4.0. I don't have the 100-400 to compare, but I'd guess the sharpness is about the same between the 100-400 and the 70-200 + 1.4x. I still wouldn't have the reach between 280-400 but I'd have the sharpness when I need it. I can always attempt to move my feet to frame a subject with a prime if I'm too close. Read the reviews and decide for yourself.
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Will this work well with the Canon EF 70-200 L lens? Is there a list somewhere of compatible lenses?
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Honestly, there are some available on ebay with buyer protection (but I understand why you would want to get it from the above places instead). The 70-200mm is a great lens, but if you have your heart set on this particular lens you should wait to get this one :)I just ordered one from ebay but I did my research on the seller first.
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I am using it with my X-E1. I do not have any problems with the speed thus far for my uses (enthusiast photography, architectural and stills). I do like the quality, very sharp and great colors. I am not sure what kind of speed you are looking for and unfortunately I have not used the Canon lens you mention. If speed is desired, F2.8 is desirable, but as far as performance and price point is concerned; this is the sweet spot for me. Also, read some of the reviews on the purchase page. Very good info there as well. Good luck!
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This lens is not a sports lens. You'll be too far from any action to even when cropped. The 70-200 f2.8 is one of the best sport lenses for up close. If you want even closer I'd recommend buying the 300mm or 400mm but its might be easier to buy a tube extender that will increase the range of your lens. This lens is great for landscape, portraits, and Weddings.
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I have used this with some tests shots in traffic, testing the tracking features of the Canon 7D Mark II. It did ok some of the time, but the camera said it lost communication with the lens at other times. I haven't seen this with my other cameras (70D and 6D), and only with the 7d in high speed burst mode. I used it once with either the 6D or the 70D (don't remember) to take a lot of pictures during a high school volleyball game with no obvious problems. And I've used the lens a lot with both cameras for other purposes. I don't find that it does really well in IQ below f/3.5. So I avoid shooting wider than that. The VC is great. I have used this with some tests shots in traffic, testing the tracking features of the Canon 7D Mark II. It did ok some of the time, but the camera said it lost communication with the lens at other times. I haven't seen this with my other cameras (70D and 6D), and only with the 7d in high speed burst mode. I used it once with either the 6D or the 70D (don't remember) to take a lot of pictures during a high school volleyball game with no obvious problems. And I've used the lens a lot with both cameras for other purposes. I don't find that it does really well in IQ below f/3.5. So I avoid... » Read More I have used this with some tests shots in traffic, testing the tracking features of the Canon 7D Mark II. It did ok some of the time, but the camera said it lost communication with the lens at other times. I haven't seen this with my other cameras (70D and 6D), and only with the 7d in high speed burst mode. I used it once with either the 6D or the 70D (don't remember) to take a lot of pictures during a high school volleyball game with no obvious problems. And I've used the lens a lot with both cameras for other purposes. I don't find that it does really well in IQ below f/3.5. So I avoid shooting wider than that. The VC is great. « Show Less
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Hello Amy, I really haven't used this product since I bought it; I initially thought it was the 24-70mm f 2.8L. As a matter of fact, I will be returning it. I am, therefore, not the best person to give a critique. However, I'm sure you'll find these links useful: http://www.the-digital-picture.com/Reviews/Canon-EF-28-70mm-f-2.8-L-USM-Lens-Review.aspxhttp://www.fredmiranda.com/24-70/
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Yes, it is a general purpose get the job done lens. It is a fairly fast noisy focus, and the neck stretches out quite far at the 200mm side. So expect to be noticed with this lens on. a77
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Hi this canon 100-400 is f4.5-5.6 while the 70-200 is f2.8. These two lenses are totally different.
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Planning to but canon 70-200 L but confused now after reading the forums and comments. Which one I should buy ?canon 70-200 F4 L IS USM or f2.8 L USL (Non IS)Pls Suggest
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I don't have the 200mm, so can't compare. I have no complaints on this lens, if that helps.
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From what I've gathered the IS is needed only if there is low light for the distance shooting. I believe a fill flash would help, but I havent read anyone post anything as far as using fill flash at 200mm without the IS.
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David, out of hundreds of posts I've read about the HF 200, yours is by far the most helpful. I am shooting a corporate board meeting in poor flourescent lighting tomorrow, and trying to get test to get the best results. The meeting is 90 minutes long, so I am going to try to break it up into approx 20 min segments while shooting for easier file management. Going to shoot in FXP mode 30p. I am going to try some tests with aperture priority at wide open. Are there concerns about subject staying in focus by doing this, or is the autofocus reliable enough for shallow dof?