100-400L II?

[Route246]

I'm looking at acquiring a 100-400L. Any chance that a II version is in the works? I can't find any rumors on this.

[Photo-by-Leal]

if it is the price might be higher than the current version!!!!
I have been wanting one for the longest.......and a 5D MkI or MK 2 and a MKIIN..... on so on...

[John_TX]

Given Canon's current track record, if a new one were released, I'd count on it at least being $2k+.

[cfibanez]

I'm looking at acquiring a 100-400L. Any chance that a II version is in the works? I can't find any rumors on this.

Boy, it feels I've waited forever to get this lens thinking that the MkII was coming any day... Tell you what, I will go ahead and order it. Damn sure Canon will release the upgrade a few days later. Someone has to make this sacrifice ... ;)

[John_TX]

Boy, it feels I've waited forever to get this lens thinking that the MkII was coming any day... Tell you what, I will go ahead and order it. Damn sure Canon will release the upgrade a few days later. Someone has to make this sacrifice ... ;)

That's how I felt when I ordered mine back in April. That feeling quickly disappeared though after receiving the lens and thinking about how much a possible Mk II version could cost.

[DeCeccoNET]

Given Canon's current track record, if a new one were released, I'd count on it at least being $2k+.
bw!

Not to mention the lost oppertunities to use this wonderful lens while you wait for an update that might be announced

[Route246]

I have a need in early July visiting some national parks. I'm going to wait for another week before I order one.

[buddy4344]

I just purchased my second one this week (one for me and one for my son), so I am darn sure the announcement will come this week. Seriously, since price will be high, best bet (or at least the bet I made) is to buy a good used copy with plans to sell after the trip/event as it will not lose any value on re-sell. (My 2nd copy will be available on this forum in August.)

[FL PHOTO]

Sorry for the ignorance, but would be be the primary upgrades with a MkII? Updated IS system, different element materials/coatings? I'm looking to get one before a trip in Sept.

[buddy4344]

IS could definitely use an update. Could be faster, but that would make the lens larger.

[Route246]

General polishing of the mechanicals and IS, better sealing, ergo stuff, etc.

Too late, anyway, I ordered mine yesterday.

[John_TX]

General polishing of the mechanicals and IS, better sealing, ergo stuff, etc.

Too late, anyway, I ordered mine yesterday.

Smart move.
Just think if this was 1978 and you were "waiting" for that magical car that gets 100 MPG.
I bet you'd be pretty pissed come 2009, still driving that Chevy Nova that still gets better gas mileage than many pickup trucks :)

[Stealthy Ninja]

From what I've heard and what my friend who recently got one suggested... the 100-400 has recently gone through stealthy upgrade (at least they've fixed the QQ issues it had). Now it's pretty easy to get a sharp copy (compared to before where it was pretty hit and miss).

I'd say now isn't a terrible time to buy a 100-400.

If that doesn't push you to buy one, I'd pull the plug on the idea.

(see the subtle word play there?! ;) ).

[johnz]

If that doesn't push you to buy one, I'd pull the plug on the idea.

(see the subtle word play there?! ;) ).

Very subtle :)

[buddy4344]

If that doesn't push you to buy one, I'd pull the plug on the idea.

Can we pump you for a few more cute quotes?

[Stealthy Ninja]

If you want to dust off some old photos and pump some life into your techique. Try the 100-400, it will push you to new limits and pull you out of your rutt.

;)