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Sep 13, 2006 14:46 | #1

I have had a 70-200 2.8L for about 8 years and just upgraded to the IS version.

So far I'm very happy with it. I was worried that my old lens would be sharper or focus better or whatever.

The new lens seems to focus faster, is very sharp, and has noticably better boca.

Most of the shooting I'll do with this lens will benefit from having IS as I hand hold this lens a lot. I guess that I will have to be aware of the additional power consumtion and keep my spare battery handy.

I have been considering this upgrade for over a year and while my old 70-200 was great the new one is clearly a superior lens. If you are thinking about this upgrade - go for it!

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Sep 13, 2006 14:50 | #2

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congrats, the best zoom tele lens available

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Sep 13, 2006 15:03 | #4

enjoy
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Sep 13, 2006 15:31 as a reply to @ GyRob's post | #5

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I'm debating whether or not to tell my wife. I'm sure she would never notice the difference, with the possible exception of it having no scratches on the barrel.

Many women don't appreciate what a great "investments" L lenses are.

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Sep 13, 2006 17:15 as a reply to @ Tapeman's post | #6

Tapeman wrote:
No photos to upload.

I'm debating whether or not to tell my wife. I'm sure she would never notice the difference, with the possible exception of it having no scratches on the barrel.

Many women don't appreciate what a great "investments" L lenses are.

ain't that the truth !

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Sep 13, 2006 17:29 as a reply to @ ed rader's post | #7

Congrats on a superb lens,Mine was stolen last weekby my wife :lol: :lol: :lol:

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Sep 13, 2006 17:48 | #9

Nice purchase!

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Sep 13, 2006 20:38 | #10

congrats...nice lens...where's the duck...

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Sep 13, 2006 22:52 | #11

Congrats on an awesome lens

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Sep 13, 2006 22:53 | #12

Enjoy the IS...you'll be glad you made the switch.

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Sep 13, 2006 22:55 | #13

Congrats!!!

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Sep 13, 2006 22:59 | #14

Grats man you will love it, its on my camera about 90% of the time.

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