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Why 70-200 f/2.8 IS? Why not 100-400L Everything?

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May 24, 2005 20:04 as a reply to  @ post 567231 |  #31

I see the term "Prime" used for lenses, what exactly is a prime lense?

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May 24, 2005 20:56 |  #32

A prime lens is a lens with a fixed focal length. Prime lenses are commonly known to have faster AF, sharper pics, and all at lower prices compared to similar focal length zooms. Some examples below:

PRIME: 400mm f/5.6L
http://www.bhphotovide​o.com …tails&Q=&sku=12​129&is=USA (external link)

ZOOM: 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS
http://www.bhphotovide​o.com …ails&Q=&sku=162​616&is=USA (external link)




  
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