Anyone have a 24-70 mk ii preorded ?

I'm waiting on some reviews. Whilst i'm more or less sold this is an upgrade along the lines of the 70-200L 2.8 upgrade, it's a lot of money. The lens it's replacing is pretty awesome

perryj wrote in post #14119362
I think thats what I'm gonna do......
I wonder if we could call a sup at amazon and find out if they plan on opening a preorder.

I emailed and chatted with them. They were absolutely no help, but with Amazon that's kind of to be expected. Customer service is great after you buy something, before that, it's just whatever is on the website.

For me, it's just not a huge upgrade compare to the old 24-70L. The price doubles and it doesn't even offer a IS system nor a longer focal length. My trusty 24-70L is sharp and takes great images.

I love LOVE my 24-70 L that I have now. I really want to get the 24-70 mark ii but I can't afford that much for that lens. i really need to see reviews and how sharp it is before I buy it.

Chiefy wrote in post #14115279
Not enough info available right now to take a chance with that kind of money

+1. I'd like to see some tests and read about personal experiences before I trade my current one for a II.

Looking at the MTF, it appears it will have a large improvement in IQ.

24-70 mk1 at 24mm

perryj wrote in post #14109492
Also is anyone else besides B&H offering preorders ?
Will there be plenty of supply or do they run short like bodies ? I have never preorded a lens before.
Thanks !

It's a lens I want to own, but at 70% more than the existing 24-70 it's very, very expensive. Plus we don't know what it performs like. So on that basis I'm not preordering, but if it's really sharp wide open across the whole zoom range I'll keep an eye out for any price drops / rebates, etc. I expect it will be a heck of a lens .. more like the 24-105 in build which means lighter weight and with more modern optics.

mmahoney wrote in post #14140044
It's a lens I want to own, but at 70% more than the existing 24-70 it's very, very expensive. Plus we don't know what it performs like. So on that basis I'm not preordering, but if it's really sharp wide open across the whole zoom range I'll keep an eye out for any price drops / rebates, etc. I expect it will be a heck of a lens .. more like the 24-105 in build which means lighter weight and with more modern optics.

^^What you said is EXACTLY why I can't in good conscience, preorder the 24-70ii. The price is just ridiculous. I think waiting for price drops and rebates is the way to go.

Are there are sample shots out yet from the 24-70 f2.8 mk II online? I can't seem to find any just yet.

I'll throw my money towards a other lenses before paying the introductory price of the 24-70Lmk2.

The current 24-70L is sharp enough for print and very sharp stopped down for studio work. Dont get me wrong I want a mk2 badly but the sensible side of me would rather spend it on other lenses for different perspectives.

I want one to match up with my 70-200 II. Probably wait until there are good rebates though before getting it.

I have a 35L and 50L... and 90mm Tamron. So, other than pure convenience and portability, I don't really have a need for it. I'm pretty quick at backing up

I really want this lens, but I prefer to wait to see actual performance and maybe some rebates.

I don't have a mark I, but would like a faster/better lens in this range. I understand a lot of skepticism here, but I've gone ahead and pre-ordered the mark II. I really love my 70-200 f/2.8 IS II and I'm basically giving Canon the benefit of the doubt that the 24-70 II is a worthy replacement and justifies the huge cost increase. I'm not sure that's a rational decision though...

emurakami wrote in post #14182621
I don't have a mark I, but would like a faster/better lens in this range. I understand a lot of skepticism here, but I've gone ahead and pre-ordered the mark II. I really love my 70-200 f/2.8 IS II and I'm basically giving Canon the benefit of the doubt that the 24-70 II is a worthy replacement and justifies the huge cost increase. I'm not sure that's a rational decision though...

I love the 24-70 mk1. The mk2 is weather sealed and the improvements are encouraging but the price jump is just too high for me. I am sure it will be a superb lens and that eventually I'll get it if there's a price drop or a deal at a retailer that would make it more reasonable for me to get it. The 5D3 left my wallet rather hollow. haha