the NEW EF 70-200 2.8 IS coming out..true?

[unijcg]

I just heard that the new ef 70-200 2.8 IS is coming out very soon! Is this true?

[mikekelley]

source?

[BigBlueDodge]

he heard it on the internet, so it must be true :)

[keriboi]

i didnt come, 1dmiv did though

[Jim G]

There's a 1D IV just been announced... wait for the official blurb and see if a new lens comes with it ;)

[mikeassk]

Probably,
who cares tho? It is going to be a little sharper and cost 2500$ You can have it.

[Marloon]

Probably,
who cares tho? It is going to be a little sharper and cost 2500$ You can have it.

im hoping they release a new one... every bit of sharpness really helps!

[mikekelley]

70-200 is decently sharp, not the best but no slouch. i'd like to see new IS in it.

[carshop]

hope it comes out.
then maybe the older version will come down in price and I can get one.

[unijcg]

I just saw this in the canon forum in Korea. THere's this famous person who has a source from Canon Korea and he never got wrong about new products coming out. Wait a while...the new 70-200 IS is COMING SOON!!!

[Marloon]

sigh... it didnt come out.. did it?! please tell me it does! i still have some hope we are still within minutes after the release of the 1d4

[zoom_zoom]

Well, if it's true, then I must have the worst luck... I purchased the 100 f/2.8 macro a month before the L came out... Now that I also just bought the 70-200 2.8LIS, I wouldn't doubt that the new MKII version is coming out :(

[Jeff81]

Well, if it's true, then I must have the worst luck... I purchased the 100 f/2.8 macro a month before the L came out... Now that I also just bought the 70-200 2.8LIS, I wouldn't doubt that the new MKII version is coming out :(

I'd call that good luck. Saved yourself a bunch of money. ;)

[unijcg]

http://www.canonrumors.com/2009/10/canon-70-200-f2-8l-is-ii-cr1/

[jeppoy]

i didnt come, 1dmiv did though

too bad you didn't come keriboi....atleast the 1Dm4 did though :D just kidding:lol:

[Marloon]

it didnt come... :'(

without a new 70-200mm f2.8L IS, there is no point to christmas... it'll just be another day...

http://viximo.com/images/sad_cat.jpg

[nphsbuckeye]

http://www.canonrumors.com/2009/10/canon-70-200-f2-8l-is-ii-cr1/
24-85 2.8 IS. That lens might break 2k, if real.

[jorl]

ya i just noticed that 24-85mm 2.8 IS rumor too. that would be killer

better sell my 24-70 while its still worth something

haha

[Marloon]

On the positive note!

5dMKII 24P / 25P VIDEO MODES!

Canon Press release! (http://www.canon.co.uk/About_Us/Press_Centre/Press_Releases/Consumer_News/Cameras_Accessories/EOS_5D_MarkII_Media_Alert.asp)

http://ihasahotdog.files.wordpress.com/2008/05/funny-dog-pictures-happy-and-booger.jpg

kk i swear, no more i has a something photos LOL

[SunTsu]

On the positive note!

5dMKII 24P / 25P VIDEO MODES!

Canon Press release! (http://www.canon.co.uk/About_Us/Press_Centre/Press_Releases/Consumer_News/Cameras_Accessories/EOS_5D_MarkII_Media_Alert.asp)


kk i swear, no more i has a something photos LOL

Wow...that's wicked news. Thanks for sharing. I wonder if Canon really got that much heat because of the 7D.

[jorl]

5DII 24p firmware to be released first half of 2010? thats quite a wait?? probably be released june 29th 2010.... hahaha

[nesquikstyle]

:rolleyes: don't give up your hopes yet.....

I don't think the new EF 70-200mm 2.8 IS II is just the rumor....

sooner or later, we will find out....

[Stealthy Ninja]

On the positive note!

5dMKII 24P / 25P VIDEO MODES!

Canon Press release! (http://www.canon.co.uk/About_Us/Press_Centre/Press_Releases/Consumer_News/Cameras_Accessories/EOS_5D_MarkII_Media_Alert.asp)

http://ihasahotdog.files.wordpress.com/2008/05/funny-dog-pictures-happy-and-booger.jpg

kk i swear, no more i has a something photos LOL

Mmm I remember when I was banned for a while for posting photos I didn't own.

[Todd Lambert]

That's because nobody likes a stealthy ninja. Duh.

Especially one so light in their loafers to have a pink unicorn avatar... just sayin'

;-)

[Stealthy Ninja]

LOL. I can't stand it when people use "just sayin'" at the end of their sarcastic sentences.

Just sayin'.


;)

:p

[Todd Lambert]

I know that... that's why I said it.

;-)

[swampass2]

I just got the new B&H catalog in the mail and next to the 70-200 2.8 IS it lists "call/log-on" for the price. The only other Canon lens that has this designation is the EF-S 17-85 which is clearly on the way out.

[Stealthy Ninja]

Mmm the plot simmers on the stove and becomes less full of water.

[krepta]

More fuel from CR:
http://www.canonrumors.com/2009/11/lens-rumors-this-week/

The Canon 70-200 2.8 II will see the light of day this side of the year for announcement. Improved optics at 2.8 and new 5 stop IS. It was suppose to be announced with the 1D Mark IV but was delayed slightly. I don’t deal with pricing at all but expect it to be 30% more expensive than the current model.

[Stealthy Ninja]

5 stop IS would rock my socks off... if I wore them... which I DO!

[krepta]

5 stop IS would rock my socks off... if I wore them... which I DO!If the new IS rocks your silent ninja socks off, you won't be stealthy anymore! Steady, but not stealthy! Worthy trade-off? ;)

[Stealthy Ninja]

If the new IS rocks your silent ninja socks off, you won't be stealthy anymore! Steady, but not stealthy! Worthy trade-off? ;)

As a ninja, slient is good.

But as a PIRATE (I'm half pirate remember). Steady is the bee's knees.

:D

[krepta]

As a ninja, slient is good.

But as a PIRATE (I'm half pirate remember). Steady is the bee's knees.

:DSteady she goes, mate! (or are you the Captain?)

You'll need to equip your ship with a bunch of big, white Canons to shoot at enemy ships, hehe.

[Stealthy Ninja]

I be a software pirate. :p J/K

Seriously though, I'm sending this post while sailing thar seven seas on my vessel.

Which is code for "sitting on the toilet".

[krepta]

I be a software pirate. :p J/K

Seriously though, I'm sending this post while sailing thar seven seas on my vessel.

Which is code for "sitting on the toilet".Seven seas, huh? They must be pretty rough! ;)

[Stealthy Ninja]

The toilet paper is cheap, so you could say it's "rough" yes.

[bigcountry]

PM this guy, he has all the inside info:

djharmonix (http://photography-on-the.net/forum/private.php?do=newpm&u=91489)

[Route246]

My guess is no update until after the current rebate expires. I pulled the trigger last week on a Mk I because of this. I need it before 10 January when I'll be in Tokyo shooting the sumo basho.

[Stealthy Ninja]

My guess is no update until after the current rebate expires. I pulled the trigger last week on a Mk I because of this. I need it before 10 January when I'll be in Tokyo shooting the sumo basho.

I would "guess" it won't be updated if I just bought the current one too. ;)

[krepta]

I would "guess" it won't be updated if I just bought the current one too. ;)Don't buy the current one! Or at least, buy mine so I can put aside some cash for the version II! :)

I'm crossing my fingers. We still have a little under two months to the end of the year. The current 70-200 2.8 IS of course is already a very good lens and I'm glad I have had mine, but I'd still be excited for the newer version with improved optics and IS.

[Stealthy Ninja]

Don't buy the current one! Or at least, buy mine so I can put aside some cash for the version II! :)

I'm crossing my fingers. We still have a little under two months to the end of the year. The current 70-200 2.8 IS of course is already a very good lens and I'm glad I have had mine, but I'd still be excited for the newer version with improved optics and IS.

I "guess" you didn't read the post I was referring too. :p

I'm not going to buy one, I'm waiting (and saving) for numero due.

[krepta]

I "guess" you didn't read the post I was referring too. :p

I'm not going to buy one, I'm waiting (and saving) for numero due.Lol, what I meant was, since you said that you're guessing there won't be an update if you buy the current version, I was telling you not to buy the current version because I want to see an update, hehe. :)

Also, that would be "deux", if you meant it in French. ^^

[c2thew]

man i keep clicking on this thread hoping to hear some good news. dang.

[Stealthy Ninja]

^^ Sorry about that. ;) Just meaningless chatter (about the lens of course).

Lol, what I meant was, since you said that you're guessing there won't be an update if you buy the current version, I was telling you not to buy the current version because I want to see an update, hehe. :)

Also, that would be "deux", if you meant it in French. ^^

LOL and I meant that IF I had just bought the current one (like the other guy) I'd be "guessing" it won't be out. By "guessing" I mean "hoping". :lol:

Oh and Italian not French. ;)


Oh and I worked out that I can afford the lens by February or March next year (hopefully I get some more work on the side so I can afford it sooner). So I hope they release it soon so that by Feb or March it will be easy to get.

Either that, or I have the money when it's announced so I can go and be the first on the waiting list. ;)

[krepta]

^^ Sorry about that. ;) Just meaningless chatter (about the lens of course).And the chatter will only flare up once the lens actually comes out and people scream for tests and reviews!

LOL and I meant that IF I had just bought the current one (like the other guy) I'd be "guessing" it won't be out. By "guessing" I mean "hoping". :lol:

Oh and Italian not French. ;)Whoops! My bad. :confused::lol:

Oh and I worked out that I can afford the lens by February or March next year (hopefully I get some more work on the side so I can afford it sooner). So I hope they release it soon so that by Feb or March it will be easy to get.

Either that, or I have the money when it's announced so I can go and be the first on the waiting list. ;)I might have a dilemma. I'm saving for the 100 2.8L macro at the moment, but with this potential new 70-200, I might have to rethink my priorities. Although, if I get the latter, I will most likely sell my current 70-200 and recuperate some money, so maybe I can still afford to get both inside the next 6 months?

[Stealthy Ninja]

I got the 100mm 2.8L IS macro already. :p GREAT lens worth the price over the 100 2.8 macro for sure (I've owned both).

Sell your 70-200 the day BEFORE the new lens is announce. ;) Or sell it after to someone who doesn't keep up with lens releases and such. :lol:

[krepta]

Sell your 70-200 the day BEFORE the new lens is announce. ;) Or sell it after to someone who doesn't keep up with lens releases and such. :lol:I'm going to need to summon up my power of seeing the future to know exactly when it's going to happen! :shock::lol:

Problem with that is I can also tell when the next and the next and the next versions (and so on) are coming out, and I might end up waiting forever! :eek::rolleyes:

[Route246]

I assume they will announce shortly after the rebate expires on the current one.

I'm going to need to summon up my power of seeing the future to know exactly when it's going to happen! :shock::lol:

Problem with that is I can also tell when the next and the next and the next versions (and so on) are coming out, and I might end up waiting forever! :eek::rolleyes:

[splitslim]

This is true!

I went into my local shop this past Saturday to buy a 70-200 2.8 IS, and my dealer told me NOT to buy it because a new version would be out by the end of the month.

I don't think he's in the business of stopping sales!

[krepta]

Only seven more days (and some change), and we will find out!

[LethalFrog]

It must be true as I have just bought one! This always happens when I buy expensive items.

[krepta]

It must be true as I have just bought one! This always happens when I buy expensive items.I have a solution for this: buy items when they are brand new (newly launched)! ;)

[Muskydave22]

Maybe I will be able to find a Mk I version of this lens on the cheap once the pre-orders are available!!

Dave

[krepta]

I will probably sell mine if I decide to get the II version. :)

[Muskydave22]

That's what I am hoping for, all the professionals will want the new glass and better IS and they will unload their old versions for cheap hopefully. I would be completely satisfied with the first version!

Dave

[Stealthy Ninja]

This is true!

I went into my local shop this past Saturday to buy a 70-200 2.8 IS, and my dealer told me NOT to buy it because a new version would be out by the end of the month.

I don't think he's in the business of stopping sales!

Perhaps the shop owner reads canonrumors.com :lol:

Still, only a few more days and no other news/rumors are out AFAIK. I think this will either be a quiet (no press conference) release, or it's not true.

Time will tell.

On a positive note I worked out, if I work pretty hard this month (well at least turn up to work) I should be close to affording this lens in December/January not February/March. Woo Hoo!

[FJ LOVE]

sold mine already anticipating the new release

[zoom_zoom]

This is true!

I went into my local shop this past Saturday to buy a 70-200 2.8 IS, and my dealer told me NOT to buy it because a new version would be out by the end of the month.

I don't think he's in the business of stopping sales!


Did your local shop have the 70-200 2.8IS in stock and able to sell? If yes, then ok, maybe the rumor is true. If they were out-of-stock on the lens, then it's another roll of the dice for this rumor.

[Stealthy Ninja]

Did your local shop have the 70-200 2.8IS in stock and able to sell? If yes, then ok, maybe the rumor is true. If they were out-of-stock on the lens, then it's another roll of the dice for this rumor.

Yeah, but wouldn't he have taken an order or some such thing rather than possibly lose out on a sale?!

Still, it's all rumour for now. I'm hoping it will be released of course. :)

[krepta]

CanonRumors (http://www.canonrumors.com/) now reports that the 70-200 2.8 IS II was originally scheduled for a November 24 release, but it has since been changed to January 2010 for marketing reasons [my guess is, with the rebates going on and the current version on there, they want to deplete as much of the current version stock as possible]. Supposedly it and the 24-70 2.8 IS II will be announced concurrently along with the 1Ds Mark IV. I think that is a stretch (the whole trio in Jan). But it looks like we will see each of those three "soon" (as has always been the case, lol). Define "soon" however you want, tomorrow, or sometime before you die. :)

[bigcountry]

well my guess is the price of the mythical 70-200 2.8 IS II will be quite higher than the current version, so version I may still have a market.

[rooeey]

It must be true as I have just bought one! This always happens when I buy expensive items.

Me too i bought a 100mm F2.8 macro and then they released the IS L version...

[Route246]

I just bought the Mk I because I can't wait. When the Mk II comes out I will probably make a decision at that time. The rebate angle made sense to me. They were not going to cannibalize their own rebate program. What I've found, and it agree with many people here is that the Mk I is a fine lens. Being the person I am I will probably get the Mk II but I absolutely needed the Mk I in early January for a Japan trip so I pulled the trigger now and bought one locally. I cannot tell any sharpness difference from my f/4 IS copy.

[Stealthy Ninja]

I agree with the rebate point. Makes sense. In fact some people were saying before that it doesn't make sense to bring it out while the rebates are still going (as I remember).

So it makes perfect sense to someone out there.

[LethalFrog]

I have a solution for this: buy items when they are brand new (newly launched)! ;)

I would have to invent a time machine and go back to before I bought the 40D (only had that 18 months), seems quite expensive to try that. :wink:

The lens was only made in October so still new!

[bigcountry]

stealthy ninja are you ok?????

http://www.google.com/hostednews/ap/article/ALeqM5igzh5e3hWfg6fWkRez7yZM5LP3iwD9C1GNJG1

[ckfishel2001]

stealthy ninja are you ok?????

http://www.google.com/hostednews/ap/article/ALeqM5igzh5e3hWfg6fWkRez7yZM5LP3iwD9C1GNJG1

It's good to see the kind-heartedness.....and the desire to look out for one another is so common in POTN:)

[Stealthy Ninja]

LOL yeah. I'm fine. It wasn't me, I don't "drink" alcohol. ;)

Any news on this lens or are we all walking in the dark?!

[ckfishel2001]

LOL yeah. I'm fine. It wasn't me, I don't "drink" alcohol. ;)

Any news on this lens or are we all walking in the dark?!

Canon rumors had it at next week for the announcement, but yesterday said it's been pushed back till January.

[SnapsbyPoteat]

so will the price go down on the older version? That would be good for someone like me who can't put a lot of cash away yet.

[Fidelity]

I noticed in the 1D Mark IV instruction manual that, when you use a 70-200 f/2.8 IS lens with the 1.4x TC, you should select only the center AF point, since selecting any other point could cause errors with that lens/TC combination. This is interesting, because this lens/TC combination is on the list of lenses that can cross-type f/4 focus to all 39 cross-type AF points on the 1D Mark IV. I suspect Canon is anxious to get a new 70-200 f/2.8 IS II on the market to eliminate that problem.

[zoom_zoom]

Canon rumors had it at next week for the announcement, but yesterday said it's been pushed back till January.

I am now under the impression we won't even see a new MKII version in 2010. Nov 24th would have been a great release date just in time for Christmas sales and now it's "delayed" until Jan 2010. Oh well, maybe it'll show up one of these years.

[Route246]

This is hardly a xmas present for anyone but the wealthiest consumer and that consumer already has one. Personally, I don't think the season has any influence. I think the current rebates have more to do with it.

I am now under the impression we won't even see a new MKII version in 2010. Nov 24th would have been a great release date just in time for Christmas sales and now it's "delayed" until Jan 2010. Oh well, maybe it'll show up one of these years.

[Stealthy Ninja]

This is hardly a xmas present for anyone but the wealthiest consumer and that consumer already has one. Personally, I don't think the season has any influence. I think the current rebates have more to do with it.

You'd be surprise. Personally if it were out (and I had the money) I'd get one for myself for christmas. You don't need to buy it for someone else. ;)

[Route246]

Never thought of that. Nice one.

You'd be surprise. Personally if it were out (and I had the money) I'd get one for myself for christmas. You don't need to buy it for someone else. ;)

[mr.lemarc]

so...........

2010? or...false rumor?

[krepta]

so...........

2010? or...false rumor?We'll only find out in 2010! ;)

[mcluckie]

I cannot tell any sharpness difference from my f/4 IS copy.
Thats good to read. I'm selling my f4 IS now, prepping for the 2.8 IS II. I really love the f4.

SOLD in 1 DAY on EBAY. Damn, I loved that lens. Now to see how long I can live with out, at least, the original 2.8 IS

[Stealthy Ninja]

We'll only find out in 2010! ;)

Precisely. 2010... just enjoy christmas and the new year, then wait a month and then we'll know if the rumour is true (this time).

This lens is constantly in rumour land, along with the 24-70

[Houston1863]

I'm literally about to hit the button on a 24-70 and 70-200 2.8IS. I believe they're good lenses which can deliver for the photographer for quite a long time to come yet. Heavens, haven't we been raving all along about them, besides which the new ones will be much more pricey when they're released anyway.

My 2c


Enjoy Thanksgiving Day friends

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[Stealthy Ninja]

I'm literally about to hit the button on a 24-70 and 70-200 2.8IS. I believe they're good lenses which can deliver for the photographer for quite a long time to come yet. Heavens, haven't we been raving all along about them, besides which the new ones will be much more pricey when they're released anyway.


All you said is true. But they're not without their flaws.

My friend had a 24-70 which he thought was fine. Till we tested it. Turns out it was back or front focusing (sorry can't remember).

Now he's got it calibrated it's as awesome as so many people say.

[Houston1863]

Yes I think at times one needs to go down that route. I believe Pros do it on an annual basis.


Best wishes

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[Stealthy Ninja]

Do they? I hope not. I don't. Once a lens if OK it should stay OK for years, if not for the life of the lens (unless you bash it about that is).

[mcluckie]

Do they? I hope not. I don't. Once a lens if OK it should stay OK for years, if not for the life of the lens (unless you bash it about that is).
huh? (I don't understand your english, but...) It's time for an update. It's an 8 year old design, and while not ancient, could use improvement if only due to the mass appeal this lens has. According to your logic, we'd never get new lenses.

I hope they make it sharp at 2.8, and add a newer IS. My biggest beef with this lens is that the wide-open performance is so bad that I wouldn't use it less than f4 anyway. Extra bulk and weight for nothing. For me that is.

[Fidelity]

I'd like to see a complete set of zoom lenses tailored for 1.3x crop:

1. EF-M 10-18 f/4L
2. EF-M 18-55 f/2L IS
3. EF 55-155 f/2.8L IS
4. EF 155-310 f/4L IS

Note: EF-M is my designation for "medium back" rear lens element with image circle that just covers the 1.3x crop sensor.

[J_TULLAR]

huh? (I don't understand your english, but...) It's time for an update. It's an 8 year old design, and while not ancient, could use improvement if only due to the mass appeal this lens has. According to your logic, we'd never get new lenses.

I hope they make it sharp at 2.8, and add a newer IS. My biggest beef with this lens is that the wide-open performance is so bad that I wouldn't use it less than f4 anyway. Extra bulk and weight for nothing. For me that is.

you must have a crap copy... cus my lens is sharp at 2.8. Also you did misunderstand him lol... hes the ninja that wants this new lens more than anyone I know lol.

[Naturally Aspirated]

just pulled the trigger on a "MK I" version. from all the reviews and images ive seen with this lense i will be very satisfied with it, and i dont need the "latest and greatest" whenever something new comes out. im more excited on the new 24-70 that is supposed to be coming out though... :D

[Stealthy Ninja]

huh? (I don't understand your english, but...) It's time for an update. It's an 8 year old design, and while not ancient, could use improvement if only due to the mass appeal this lens has. According to your logic, we'd never get new lenses.

I hope they make it sharp at 2.8, and add a newer IS. My biggest beef with this lens is that the wide-open performance is so bad that I wouldn't use it less than f4 anyway. Extra bulk and weight for nothing. For me that is.

Sorry I was referring to the previous poster who said that pros get their lenses re-calibrated every year or so.

I totally DO hope they update the 70-200 2.8L IS, because I'm waiting for it (all you need to do is read my previous posts to see that). I have tried a 2.8L IS and I found it pretty sharp at 2.8. Maybe you have a bad copy. :)

I'd like to see a complete set of zoom lenses tailored for 1.3x crop:

1. EF-M 10-18 f/4L
2. EF-M 18-55 f/2L IS
3. EF 55-155 f/2.8L IS
4. EF 155-310 f/4L IS

Note: EF-M is my designation for "medium back" rear lens element with image circle that just covers the 1.3x crop sensor.

No offense dude, but there is no WAY Canon would make lenses just for the relatively few 1D series users. :)

[fi20100]

I'm sure the new 24-70L will come out any day now since I just bought the current 24-70L last week. :P

[Fidelity]

Thanks! You may have helped me out, since I'm waiting on the new 24-70. :-)

[mcluckie]

JUST ANNOUNCED: 70-200 2.8 L IS II. Read about it on CR.
http://www.canonrumors.com/

[J_TULLAR]

lol wheres bigcountry at now hahahaha

[bigcountry]

i was right, i said it would be before 2050.

[J_TULLAR]

i was right, i said it would be before 2050.

lol touche

[bigcountry]

:). i am glad it's out finally. all the speculation can die for a few years. i may even add one to my gear bag if its not to crazy $$$$.

[J_TULLAR]

well the original is still for sale @ $1999.95 lol. So I think this one will be more expensive.
btw all the rumors of those lenses missing can die as well cus they are back on the canon website priced higher than before lol.

[krepta]

well the original is still for sale @ $1999.95 lol. So I think this one will be more expensive.
btw all the rumors of those lenses missing can die as well cus they are back on the canon website priced higher than before lol.And to think that some of us (foolishly) had our hopes up for a sweeping update to the lineup! No, it's simply prices up. That's rubbing salt into the wound, lol!

[Route246]

I put all of that prattle into my ignore list. I suggest to anyone who feels likewise to do the same. Spitting on a grave is so unproductive...
lol wheres bigcountry at now hahahaha

[J_TULLAR]

I put all of that prattle into my ignore list. I suggest to anyone who feels likewise to do the same. Spitting on a grave is so unproductive...

wow thank you for you delightful comment.

[QuickCapture]

YAYAYAYAY it's finally come out! Sorry but I was so excited to read this haha i've been stalking the forums to see when it would come out and it finally did! I don't know just all these possible rumors and it's finally here, it's pretty cool.

[Stealthy Ninja]

^^ yeah at one point I kept refreshing the Chinese canon website in case a "leak" came out there. :lol:

the night it was announced and the next day I happen to be busy and have to hear it from my friend almost 24 hours after the news hits! LOL

pre-ordered mine already!

[DeVVitt]

Dunno, I am not really that impressed. Sure, 4 stop IS and an extra UD lens may be very nice, but I am, in no way, paying €1000 extra for that. Probably gonna hunt a nice 70-200 2.8 IS Mk I soon... Still a hell of a lens anyway :D

[Fidelity]

I smell efforts to "pump and dump." :D

[Stealthy Ninja]

Dunno, I am not really that impressed. Sure, 4 stop IS and an extra UD lens may be very nice, but I am, in no way, paying €1000 extra for that. Probably gonna hunt a nice 70-200 2.8 IS Mk I soon... Still a hell of a lens anyway :D

Well, as people said, there wasn't much they could do to improve the original. I don't know how much more you could expect... perhaps it serves you coffee? :p

They have seemed to improve what needed to be done to make the cheaper f/4 IS less of an option (IS is now the same or better and I assume it will be sharper).

IMHO the IS is the best thing they could have updated. The rest are just extras. :)

[mcluckie]

Well, as people said, there wasn't much they could do to improve the original. I don't know how much more you could expect... perhaps it serves you coffee?
Maybe sharp at 2.8?!

[bigcountry]

4 stops of IS is pretty nice!

[Stealthy Ninja]

Are we debating the 70-200 2.8L IS III now?

How can they improve on the Mark II? It's perfect in every way. :rolleyes:

?
Maybe sharp at 2.8?!


You own it, I've only tested it. But I think you could probably say "sharper at 2.8" because it's already pretty sharp at 2.8. :)

It would be awesome it it turns out to be as sharp at 2.8 as the f/4 is at f/4! Imagine how sharp that would be stopped down to f/4 then!

[J_TULLAR]

Are we debating the 70-200 2.8L IS III now?

How can they improve on the Mark II? It's perfect in every way. :rolleyes:




You own it, I've only tested it. But I think you could probably say "sharper at 2.8" because it's already pretty sharp at 2.8. :)

It would be awesome it it turns out to be as sharp at 2.8 as the f/4 is at f/4! Imagine how sharp that would be stopped down to f/4 then!

Im waiting for the mkIII 16 stop is and all flourite elements.... :p

[Stealthy Ninja]

Im waiting for the mkIII 16 stop is and all flourite elements.... :p

The ebony lining and mammoth tusk casing will make a huge difference too.

[krepta]

The ebony lining and mammoth tusk casing will make a huge difference too.Can you imagine the price tag!

[Stealthy Ninja]

Can you imagine the price tag!

It would be big enough to write a lot of numbers on it.

[Stealthy Ninja]

Talking about large prices:
Digital Rev (Hong Kong store) are taking pre-orders on the 70-200 2.8L IS II
http://www.digitalrev.com/en/canon-ef-70-200mm-f2-dot-8-l-is-ii-7697.html

HK$34,980.00

I think they must be taking the UK pound price and directly converting it (this would make the lens a very unrealistic $4000USD).

That company are the price gouging kings.

If it turns out it really is that expensive. There is NO WAY I will get one. That's the MRP of the 1DIV.

[krepta]

That can't be right, it's well over a reasonable price. And by reasonable, we already assumed the normal-for-Canon price gouging at $3000USD.

But it could be like how Best Buy had the 7D for way above retail price during pre-order period, and then the price came back down to normal.

[Stealthy Ninja]

Probably it will come down once they know the US/HK price (which should be pretty the same, just converted one to another). They're probably just putting a super high price so they're covered.

I don't think they'll be getting too many pre-orders... though the way some rich guys buy camera gear (they don't need) in Hong Kong I wouldn't be surprised.

[nuffi]

When is it actually going to hit the shelves?

[Stealthy Ninja]

When is it actually going to hit the shelves?

One site says February. But I doubt that. Probably March/April.

I want it as soon as possible, but I also want time to finish saving for it. :lol:

So I hope it's available the DAY I have enough for it.

[whitesell]

One site says February. But I doubt that. Probably March/April.


And I'm surprised the price hasn't been announced yet. Indicated to me that we're still a couple months away from seeing it in stores.

Regards,
Jim

[Stealthy Ninja]

And I'm surprised the price hasn't been announced yet. Indicated to me that we're still a couple months away from seeing it in stores.

Regards,
Jim

Yeah, it is a bit strange. At least they could let us know how much we need to save.

Usually the pricing is done with the announcement.

[Retouch UK]

Maybe they are waiting to see how many mugs in the UK pay the silly price before they decide the pricing for the rest of the world.

[adhogan]

I enquired about a pre-order at a very repuatable store in Melbourne, Australia, a week or so ago, and they said it would be either AUD$2799 or AUD$2899. They couldn't be exact, but said it will be either one of those two prices. Not sure where they get this from, I can only assume Canon (Aust).

[adhogan]

(AUD$2899 is around USD2600, GBP1600 or EUR1850)

[ksufiji]

When is it actually going to hit the shelves?


On the USA website it says April 2010

http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/controller?act=ModelInfoAct&fcategoryid=150&modelid=19092

[Stealthy Ninja]

I enquired about a pre-order at a very repuatable store in Melbourne, Australia, a week or so ago, and they said it would be either AUD$2799 or AUD$2899. They couldn't be exact, but said it will be either one of those two prices. Not sure where they get this from, I can only assume Canon (Aust).

$2899 is $19,900 HKD. More than I suspected. But the Aus dollar fluctuates anyway (and is higher than usual right now). There was a time about a year ago that $2899 would be $11,900HKD).

Most likely it will be a different USD price. The HKD is pegged to the US dollar. So we'll be similar to that price.

If it IS $2,600 USD. That will be $20,000 HKD too. I hope it's more around the $2400 USD mark.

I have to say, the Canon HK website is darn slow at updating. It still doesn't have the 70-200 2.8L IS II. Even the China site has it.

[prayharder]

I have found two places that have the lens for pre-order for the US. One of them (I don't remember which) has already dropped their asking price by $600. I have never heard of either of these places, but what do you guys think ?

http://www.amdv.com/Type/g126/LensesFlashes/g26/LensesFlashesLenses/Product11814438/EF-70-200mm-f28L-IS-II-USM-Telephoto-Zoom-Lens.htm

and

http://www.camerakings.com/products/LensesFlashes/Lenses/11814433/EF_70-200mm_f28L_IS_II_USM_Telephoto_Zoom_Lens/

[Stealthy Ninja]

^^ I'd say both are pricing it way higher than it will be so they don't make any loss or look bad.

No one really knows the price (other than relying on the UK pricing, but that's not a good way to measure it) so companies just put some crazy high price up there to get some orders without losing anything. They can always bring the price down, but if they price it too low right now it'll look bad if they raise the price later.

[prayharder]

So, Canon USA's site now says $2499.99 I wish there was somewhere that I could pre-order it from....

[1move]

So, Canon USA's site now says $2499.99 I wish there was somewhere that I could pre-order it from....

Patiance is a virtue my friend

[Stealthy Ninja]

Patiance is a virtue my friend

So is spelling.

:p

Trolling is a art.

[alt4852]

So is spelling.

:p

Trolling is a art.

trolling is an art. ;)

[Stealthy Ninja]

trolling is an art. ;)

Snigger.

[kouasupra]

So, Canon USA's site now says $2499.99 I wish there was somewhere that I could pre-order it from....


Adorama is taking pre-orders..


http://www.adorama.com/CA702002ISU.html

[prayharder]

Adorama is taking pre-orders..


http://www.adorama.com/CA702002ISU.html

Thank you very much kind sir, I hadn't seen that yet, I am now on the list to get one !

[kouasupra]

Thank you very much kind sir, I hadn't seen that yet, I am now on the list to get one !

Post up some pictures when you get the new lens..

[prayharder]

Post up some pictures when you get the new lens..

I will for sure!

Now, I just wonder when in April they will ship it :-(

[whitesell]

Canadian price at McBain Camera in Edmonton is $2599.95 - only $100 more than US price, not bad! (not on the website yet)

If any Canadians are interested, I can pre-order for you and shipping anywhere in Canada is free. Also no PST, bonus!

PM me if interested - I work at one of the McBain stores.

Regards,
Jim

[Stealthy Ninja]

Just got word. Mine will come Monday or Tuesday.

The shop I put my name down at is getting ONE lens (allocated to them). Since I put my name Down for it as soon as I could, I am the one who'll get it. :)

Sooner than expected.

[jdizzle]

Just got word. Mine will come Monday or Tuesday.

The shop I put my name down at is getting ONE lens (allocated to them). Since I put my name Down for it as soon as I could, I am the one who'll get it. :)

Sooner than expected.
Cool! Congrats on the new glass Stealthy. You better post pics wide open. :)

[prayharder]

Sweet, I wonder when mine will ship?

[Stealthy Ninja]

Found out that mine is in the shop NOW. Can't get it till Monday though. Family stuff to do.

Still, Monday here is Sunday to a lot of you. ;)

[jdizzle]

Found out that mine is in the shop NOW. Can't get it till Monday though. Family stuff to do.

Still, Monday here is Sunday to a lot of you. ;)
That's a long time. How much did it cost ya?

[Stealthy Ninja]

$19000 HKD (full retail)

Which is about $2,435 USD

It's an AWESOME lens (first tests show).

Canon have done a VERY good job with this lens

Anyone want to buy a 200 2.8L II prime? ;)

TESTS HERE:
http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=837828

and on my flickr (basically the same stuff that's on that thread).

[themadman]

$1900 HKD (full retail)

Which is about $2,435 USD

It's an AWESOME lens (first tests show).

Canon have done a VERY good job with this lens

Anyone want to buy a 200 2.8L II prime? ;)

TESTS HERE:
http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=837828

and on my flickr (basically the same stuff that's on that thread).

Umm... what? Are you missing a zero? I am rpetty sure 1 HKD is worth about $0.13 USD... so $19,000 HDK = about $2,440 USD

[Stealthy Ninja]

Umm... what? Are you missing a zero? I am rpetty sure 1 HKD is worth about $0.13 USD... so $19,000 HDK = about $2,440 USD

LOL

I just divide my 7.8 to get it. It fluctuates slightly, but says around 7.8.

[themadman]

LOL

I just divide my 7.8 to get it. It fluctuates slightly, but says around 7.8.

When I first saw that, the first thing I thought is to buy a plane ticket to HK tomorrow and buy like 100 of these if they only cost $1,900 HKD!

[Stealthy Ninja]

Ah finally I get it. LOL

FIXED!

[prayharder]

I just got an email with shipment confirmation !!! I should have it in three days :-)

[nuffi]

LOL

I just divide my 7.8 to get it. It fluctuates slightly, but says around 7.8.


Isn't the $HK tied to teh $US? Doesn't that mean it can't fluctuate at all?

[blackshadow]

Why is this thread still open in the rumour forum? It's no longer a rumour - the lens is shipping.

[Stealthy Ninja]

Isn't the $HK tied to teh $US? Doesn't that mean it can't fluctuate at all?

You're right, but there are slight fluctuaions. It's never exactly 7.8 to 1, but it never moves more that 1.3% off the mark (it's controlled somehow).