What is the new Canon EF 70-200mm is II USM?

The all-new EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM increases the speed, performance and optical quality of the EF 70-200 f/2.8L IS USM while maintaining all of the characteristics that have made it a legend for professionals and advanced amateurs alike.

What is the difference between Canon EF 70-200mm and EF 4L lenses?

The primary benefit the Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L USM Lens offers over the Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L USM Lens is a 1 stop faster aperture. Letting twice as much light through the lens is more than a small advantage, but there is a cost to this extra f-stop – in size, weight and price.

How many fluorites are in the EF 70-200mm is II USM?

The EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM features one fluorite and five UD elements for increased optical quality and reduced chromatic aberratio

What is the focusing distance of the EF 70-200mm?

The EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM features one fluorite and five UD elements for increased optical quality and reduced chromatic aberration. It has a minimum focusing distance of 1.2m/3.9 ft. at all zoom settings, which is useful for photographers in smaller spaces trying to get closer to a subject.

How good is the autofocus on the canon 70-200 is II?

The original 70-200 f/2.8 IS has a similar AF setup, but, putting the two lenses side by side shows that the 70-200 f/2.8 IS II lens clearly focuses faster (and is slightly quieter). The 70-200 f/2.8 IS II’s autofocus system and performance are as good as it gets. This is an internal/rear-focusing lens – it does not change length during focusing.

What is the distortion on the canon 70-200mm?

This lens shows distortion characteristics very similar to the original 70-200 f/2.8 IS lens. Relatively minor barrel distortion at 70mm is neutralized by around 90-95mm. The transition to relatively minor pincushion distortion continues through 200mm.

What kind of image stabilizer does the Canon 70 200 have?

For consistently sharp results, the EF 70–200mm f/2.8L IS II USM boasts a powerful Image Stabilizer system that provides enhanced shake reduction for up to 4 stops* of shutter speeds. Two Optical Image Stabilizer modes are provided, with Mode 1 ideal for still subjects and Mode 2 ideal for panning.