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Mrvile · 7th of July 2007 (Sat)

Why did Canon discontinue it? Is it because it had lead in it like the 50/1.0L and 200/1.8L?

CorruptedPhotographer · 8th of July 2007 (Sun)

Nothing is ever discontinued. If you have the money, they will make it for you.

WMS · 8th of July 2007 (Sun)

Canon's most expensive non L lens would be either the 70-300 f4.5-5.6 DO @$1144.95 (B & H pricing) or the 45 and 90 mm Tilt & Shift lenses @ 1069.95 (also B & H pricing). The previously mentioned 17-55 f2.8 IS is only $999.95

It might be argued that the 70-300 DO is a l class lens as the other DO lens is designated L.

WMS

MeanGreeny · 8th of July 2007 (Sun)

I heard somewhere that the Zeiss lens in post 11 was ordered by an anonymous oil sheikh [or relative thereof] who has it mounted [gyrostabilised] on a 4 wheel drive so that he can take photos of his hunting falcons in flight

Lani Kai · 8th of July 2007 (Sun)

I don't see why L lenses shouldn't be counted as consumer lenses. Professionals are also consumers, are they not?
Technically, anyone who's willing to shell out money for a product is a consumer. Therefore, any lens is a consumer lens if it is sold to someone.

kevin_c · 8th of July 2007 (Sun)

Size isn't everything... aparently

I often wonder about the tag 'consumer' lens - I am a 'consumer' and I have one 'L' a Sigma 'EX' and a few ' others', so am I a consumer or a semi-pro?

condyk · 8th of July 2007 (Sun)

Quote:

Originally Posted by MeanGreeny

I heard somewhere that the Zeiss lens in post 11 was ordered by an anonymous oil sheikh [or relative thereof] who has it mounted [gyrostabilised] on a 4 wheel drive so that he can take photos of his hunting falcons in flight

I wonder if that is Tareq? He did say he would do some Falcon shots for me but then he never delivered

mrfourcows · 8th of July 2007 (Sun)

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lani Kai

I don't see why L lenses shouldn't be counted as consumer lenses. Professionals are also consumers, are they not?
Technically, anyone who's willing to shell out money for a product is a consumer. Therefore, any lens is a consumer lens if it is sold to someone.

yes, everyone is a consumer. but when you're talking about different grades of consumers - professionals, semi-professionials, hobbyists. and when we talk about consumers here, we're referring mainly to non-professionals.

The_Camera_Poser · 8th of July 2007 (Sun)

So can I use the neckstrap on my 350D with a 1200 attached, or do I need bearers, like an old Tarzan movie?

jtsull · 8th of July 2007 (Sun)

Generally, I thought a L designated lens was a professional grade lens for their optics AND build quality. Gold stripe lenses are consumer grade. I would think the 17-55mm 2.8 IS may be the most expensive consumer grade lense. Almost $1,000 and you don't even get a hood. Before I get nailed by the 17-55mm owners, you must admit the build quality of that lens in not up to L standards. ( I own the 24-105L and have bought/sold the 17-55).

dputz · 8th of July 2007 (Sun)

Canon 400 f/4 DO...not an L. It's 'consumer'

jtsull · 8th of July 2007 (Sun)

Yikes, I stand corrected. A green stripe !

CorruptedPhotographer · 8th of July 2007 (Sun)

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Originally Posted by condyk

I wonder if that is Tareq? He did say he would do some Falcon shots for me but then he never delivered

Nope not Tarek. Tarek is Emarati, the lens was delivered to the crown prince of Qatar.

Zilly · 8th of July 2007 (Sun)

Quote:

Originally Posted by WMS

It might be argued that the 70-300 DO is a l class lens as the other DO lens is designated L.

no its not its got a green band not red and is classed as a DO lens not a L lense

jack lumber · 8th of July 2007 (Sun)

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Originally Posted by rooeey

My god its huge...

Is that a 1200mm ,or are you just glad to see me

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Mrvile Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Cleveland, OH Posts: 541	Re: what is the most expensive consumer lense? Why did Canon discontinue it? Is it because it had lead in it like the 50/1.0L and 200/1.8L? __________________ Eric Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM Review

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CorruptedPhotographer Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: AbuDhabi, United Arab Emirates Posts: 1,773 IMAGE EDITING OK	Re: what is the most expensive consumer lens? Nothing is ever discontinued. If you have the money, they will make it for you. __________________ Gear List Member since 2005 ^_^

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WMS "Escargot on the Hoof" Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: California, the land of the politicaly corrupt and innept Posts: 2,846 IMAGE EDITING OK	Re: what is the most expensive consumer lens? Canon's most expensive non L lens would be either the 70-300 f4.5-5.6 DO @$1144.95 (B & H pricing) or the 45 and 90 mm Tilt & Shift lenses @ 1069.95 (also B & H pricing). The previously mentioned 17-55 f2.8 IS is only $999.95 It might be argued that the 70-300 DO is a l class lens as the other DO lens is designated L. WMS __________________ I'm just a simple maker of love charms and tokens,who occasionally takes a picture or two. Gear list: more toys than I need, Fewer than I want. Last edited by WMS : 8th of July 2007 (Sun) at 04:01.

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MeanGreeny Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Lancashire, UK Posts: 283	Re: what is the most expensive consumer lens? I heard somewhere that the Zeiss lens in post 11 was ordered by an anonymous oil sheikh [or relative thereof] who has it mounted [gyrostabilised] on a 4 wheel drive so that he can take photos of his hunting falcons in flight __________________ "Serious Bag": 5D / 14 f2.8 / 17-40 f4.0L / 50 f1.4 / 85 f1.8 / 70-200 f4L IS. "Grab Bag": 30D / 10-22 / 17-55 IS / 30 f1.4 / 70-300 DO IS. "Carryall": Pana GF-1 with 14mm f/2.5 & 20mm f1.7 / GRD2 28mm f2.4 Special Occasions: 400 5.6L, 60 & 150 Macro. Simon Lupton Photography Website & ExclusivelyMono Print Sales

8th of July 2007 (Sun)	#20
Lani Kai "blissfully unaware" Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Pure Michigan Posts: 2,105 IMAGE EDITING OK	Re: what is the most expensive consumer lens? I don't see why L lenses shouldn't be counted as consumer lenses. Professionals are also consumers, are they not? Technically, anyone who's willing to shell out money for a product is a consumer. Therefore, any lens is a consumer lens if it is sold to someone. __________________ SmugMug \| Facebook \| Twitter \| Google+ \| 500px Equipment list \| Colorburn Founder, Canon Digital Photography group on Facebook Last edited by Lani Kai : 8th of July 2007 (Sun) at 04:15.

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kevin_c Cream of the Crop Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Devon, England Posts: 5,745	Re: what is the most expensive consumer lens? Size isn't everything... aparently I often wonder about the tag 'consumer' lens - I am a 'consumer' and I have one 'L' a Sigma 'EX' and a few ' others', so am I a consumer or a semi-pro? __________________ -- K e v i n -- Nikon D700, 17-35mm, 28-105mm, 70-200mmVR, 50mm f/1.4 Canon EOS 3, 24-105L, 135L

8th of July 2007 (Sun)	#24
The_Camera_Poser User is banned from forums Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 3,012 IMAGE EDITING OK	Re: what is the most expensive consumer lens? So can I use the neckstrap on my 350D with a 1200 attached, or do I need bearers, like an old Tarzan movie?

8th of July 2007 (Sun)	#25
jtsull Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 129	Re: what is the most expensive consumer lens? Generally, I thought a L designated lens was a professional grade lens for their optics AND build quality. Gold stripe lenses are consumer grade. I would think the 17-55mm 2.8 IS may be the most expensive consumer grade lense. Almost $1,000 and you don't even get a hood. Before I get nailed by the 17-55mm owners, you must admit the build quality of that lens in not up to L standards. ( I own the 24-105L and have bought/sold the 17-55).

8th of July 2007 (Sun)	#26
dputz Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Shippensburg, PA Posts: 189 IMAGE EDITING OK	Re: what is the most expensive consumer lens? Canon 400 f/4 DO...not an L. It's 'consumer' __________________ --Dan Putz - The Slate dputz Photo Equipment Roster ...going broke for the sake of art... --==SALE PENDING: 300 f4==--

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