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anybody used both,if so what were your thoughts on the differences?
thanks
thanks
yes its definitely going to be the F4 version and I'm swaying to the IS version but not 100% just yet,
thanks all for your contributions.
I have had both when I had Canon.I found non IS much lighter to carry.
http://www.the-digital-picture.com/Reviews/Canon-EF-70-200mm-f-4.0-L-IS-USM-Lens-Review.aspx
As a side note, the worst Canon 70-200mm I owned was the Mk1 non IS f/2.8
Not sure if it's been mentioned, but the IS version is weather sealed whereas the non IS isn't. The IS version is a different optical design and it does have better sharpness, in both official MTF charts and my experience.
That said, both are excellent lenses, and very good value.
I think the IS is only about 50 grams heavier.
Both are great sharp lenses; from memory, some reviews say the non-is is sharper but I do not think so
What are you using it for? IS isn't generally beneficial if you are taking photos of moving subjects
The real answer is ...GET THE 2.8
what sort of shutter speed would i need to guarantee sharp shots handheld
Hi David ,thanks for that,you know ive been thinkin,i would be using it outside only in good light otherwise wont need to bother,but what sort of shutter speed would i need to guarantee sharp shots handheld as the worst scenario say at max focal length 200mm?
Tim what made you sell the lens?I had the non-IS and loved it, never used the IS version. My version was nice and sharp on my 7D
Lamborghini Gallardo by Tim G, on Flickr
Young Stag by Tim G, on Flickr
Deer by Tim G, on Flickr
£350 difference for IS (plus slightly more elements etc). not easy
True, but the difference in image quality is marginal and some reviews (a minority) even seem to favour the non-IS lens.The slightly more elements etc are more important than the IS. It's a different lens altogether..............it's not just £350 for the IS as most folk seem to think
Hi SsSsSsSsSnake, you are killing us with the anticipation ! It is just like the old Nescafe Gold Blend ads.
Why not bite the bullet and give MPB a go ? http://www.mpbphotographic.co.uk/used-equipment/used-lenses/used-canon-fit-lenses/
They have some IS versions in from £479, how far can you go wrong at that ?
PS I do not work for MPB and I know other retailers are available.
True, but the difference in image quality is marginal and some reviews (a minority) even seem to favour the non-IS lens.
No, just the non-IS, so I accept that my comment is based only on online reviews not personal experience.Have you owned the f/4 IS lens?