My next lens...

[RT McAllister]

70-200 f/2.8 IS version II

http://www.dpreview.com/news/1001/10010508canon70200isii.asp

Ha! You people should've taken me up on my offer to buy your old, crappy version 1 antiques! :D

[bnlearle]

I'm missing what's so improved?

[tim]

They needed the II so they could compete with the new Nikon 70-200 VR II. The 70-200 is kindof an old lens now. I'm sure it'll be slightly improved, maybe a bit faster to focus to match the new cameras or slightly better glass, but i'll definitely not be selling my V1.

[bnlearle]

Apparently, it's going to be significantly more money, as well. I must be missing something...

[b.han]

Aside from trolling, I really don't see the purpose of this thread.

[RT McAllister]

I'm missing what's so improved?

Supposedly:

More glass, better optics.
Better/faster AF
Shorter MFD
Improved IS - allows up to 4 more stops of SS.


All press release hype but it reads well. Can't figure out what the street price will be though.

[RT McAllister]

Aside from trolling, I really don't see the purpose of this thread.What would I be trolling for?

The 70-200 is a staple for a lot of wedding photographers here.

[b.han]

Your first post made it seem like you were taking a shot at owners of the current 70-200.