Average lens lifespan in the Canon line-up.

[roanjohn]

Question:

How long does Canon keep a lens in its line-up before its updated?

a. 1-3 yrs
b. 3-5 yrs
c. more than 5 yrs.

.................or, is it different from lens to lens....................
.................or, is it based on the focal length..................???

Just curious.....

Ro1

[aam1234]

I still have and use lenses from 1988.

[roanjohn]

I still have and use lenses from 1988.

.......but are they still available for purchase today?? brand new.

RO1

[nosquare2003]

I still have and use lenses from 1988.

.......but are they still available for purchase today?? brand new.

RO1


Many old designed prime lenses are still available today. One example is 135/2.8 soft focus which is a 1987 lens.

[aam1234]

.......but are they still available for purchase today?? brand new

No they are not, but they work very well. As a matter of fact I received my first L lens about two weeks ago, and frankly I didn't see much difference between the old ones and the L. I'm sure I need more time & use to really evaluate it.

[DocFrankenstein]

Sorry for OT

What's a soft focus lens? 18-55 EFS wide open? :lol:

[roanjohn]

Sorry for OT

What's a soft focus lens? 18-55 EFS wide open? :lol:

..........AWFUL!!! :twisted: :twisted: :twisted: :twisted:

Ro1