Canon EF 200mm f/2.8L II USM Telephoto Fixed Lens for Canon SLR Cameras Black
Brand | Canon |
Focal Length Description | 200 mm |
Lens Type | Telephoto |
Compatible Mountings | Canon EF |
Camera Lens Description | 200 month |
About this item
- Lens not zoomable
- Lens construction: 9 elements in 7 groups.
- Closest Focusing Distance: 1.5m / 4.9 ft. 72mm filter
- Focal Length & Maximum Aperture: 200mm 1:2.8
- Max. Diameter x Length, Weight:3.3 x 5.4, 1.7 lbs. / 83.2 x 136.2mm, 765g
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Picture quality | 4.2 | — | — | 5.0 | 5.0 | 4.4 |
Auto focus | 4.1 | — | — | 4.3 | 4.8 | 4.4 |
Image stabilization | — | — | — | 3.8 | 4.5 | 4.2 |
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lens type | Telephoto | Telephoto | Standard | Telephoto | Telephoto | Telephoto |
compatible mountings | Canon EF | Canon EF | Canon EF | Canon EF | Canon EF | Canon EF |
lens design | Prime | Prime | Prime | Prime | Prime | Zoom |
focus type | Auto Focus | Ultrasonic | Auto Focus | Manual Focus | Auto Focus | Auto Focus |
minimum focal length | 200 millimeters | 400 millimeters | 200 millimeters | 400 millimeters | 135 millimeters | 75 millimeters |
max focal length | 200 millimeters | 400 millimeters | 200 millimeters | 400 millimeters | 135 millimeters | 300 millimeters |
fixed focal length | 200 millimeters | 400 millimeters | 200 millimeters | 400 millimeters | 135 millimeters | 1 millimeters |
model name | 2529A004 | 7034A002 | — | 2526A004 | 2520A004 | 6472A002 |
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Product Dimensions | 5.35 x 3.27 x 3.27 inches |
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Item Weight | 1.69 pounds |
ASIN | B000053HBB |
Item model number | 2529A004 |
Batteries | 1 Product Specific batteries required. |
Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #1,577 in SLR Camera Lenses |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | September 13, 2007 |
Manufacturer | Canon Cameras US |
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Zoom in on a favorite subject from a distance with the Canon EF 200mm telephoto lens. Offering a long focal length that lets you effectively compress the distance between the subject and camera, the lens lets you easily capture the details and feeling of a far-off scene. The lens is distinguished by two ultra-low-dispersion (UD) glass elements and a rear focusing system to correct aberrations, producing extremely sharp images. The lens also offers a natural-looking background blur and comes with a dedicated, detachable hood. The lens carries a one-year warranty.
- Focal length: 200mm
- Maximum aperture: f/2.8
- Lens construction: 9 elements in 7 groups
- Diagonal angle of view: 12 degrees
- Focus adjustment: Rear focusing system with USM
- Closest focusing distance: 4.9 feet
- Filter size: 72mm
- Dimensions: 3.3 inches in diameter, 5.4 inches long
- Weight: 1.7 pounds Lighter by more than 1.2 pounds (545g) than the 70-200 f/2.8L zoom lens, this fast telephoto lens is a perfect alternative for low-light shooting or just reducing weight in the gadget bag. Two UD-glass elements and internal rear-group focusing are among its optical highlights, and itís fully compatible with Canonís EF 1.4x II and 2x II tele extenders. A detachable hood is included, and Tripod Ring A (B) is available as an accessory.
Long and Fast
A telephoto lens is essential to any serious photographer. For sports action, you will need a fast shutter speed and a long focal length. A large maximum aperture allows a faster shutter speed. In this telephoto lens line-up, the focal lengths range from 135mm to 300mm. If you want compactness, choose a lens with a smaller maximum aperture.
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Customers like the image quality, focus, sharpness, appearance and quality of the camera lens. For example, they mention that it takes beautiful pictures, the autofocus is very fast and quiet, and the limiter switch makes focusing even faster. They appreciate the bokeh and colors. That said, they say it's a top notch lens and a steal for its optical quality. Customers are also impresseded with the weight and value of the lens.
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Customers are satisfied with the image quality of the lens. They mention that it takes beautiful pictures, has good detail, and performs well with sharp star images. Some say that the lens is great for portraits and has a great reach. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"This lens renders very sharp images with lovely colors...." Read more
"...'re looking for a great, fast, tank-like built lens that takes exceptional photographs - all for a great price.... This Canon 200mm f2.8L USM prime..." Read more
"...a little bit per shot, I find that this lens allows me to get shots of comparable quality, but I do miss action close by or far away...." Read more
"...Image quality is fantastic. Although the 70-200 f/2.8 IS II is technically sharper, you would have a hard telling the difference...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the focus of the lens. They mention that the autofocus is very fast and quiet, the limiter switch makes focusing even faster, and the lens has superior optics. Overall, customers are happy with the performance of this lens, which is a superb lens with fast, accurate AF, crisp images, rich colors, and a shorter minimum focus distance.
"...The 135L (and newer 70-200 zoom lenses) has a shorter minimum focus distance, so you can be closer to your subjects...." Read more
"...Discreet with black body. Light weight. Lovely bokeh. USM for fast auto focus. Manual focus ring works wonderfully smooth...." Read more
"...But if you're looking for a great, fast, tank-like built lens that takes exceptional photographs - all for a great price.... This Canon 200mm f2.8L..." Read more
"...Colors were impeccible, focus was right on, although I did use a bit of manual fine tuning due to the poor lighting, and the bokeh was superb!..." Read more
Customers like the quality of the lens. They say it is a top notch lens, with lovely bokeh. They also say it's a steal for its optical quality. Customers also mention that it is great for sports and wildlife, and comes with a quality hood.
"...are wonderfully sharp, contrasty, and when shot wide open have lovely quality to their bokeh...." Read more
"...But if you're looking for a great, fast, tank-like built lens that takes exceptional photographs - all for a great price.... This Canon 200mm f2.8L..." Read more
"Quality of this product is obvious when you are handling it; light but solid...." Read more
"...Quite compact, good for crowded stadiums. Comes with a quality hood. The carrying case is not very useful, as it offers little protection." Read more
Customers like the appearance of the lens. For example, they mention that the colors and detail are amazing, the bokeh is beautiful, and the quality is superb. They also say that the lens is discreet, cool, unique, and has a lovely leather pouch. Customers also mention that it's discreet with a black body and that it is subtle for the range.
"...a 135mm f2L. From my experience, both lenses are wonderfully sharp, contrasty, and when shot wide open have lovely quality to their bokeh...." Read more
"...Great candid street lens. Discreet with black body. Light weight. Lovely bokeh. USM for fast auto focus...." Read more
"...It's narrow at the base and widens as it goes out. A very cool, unique look for sure. The magnesium alloy used to build this lens is just rock solid...." Read more
"...Wide open, the subject really stands out with good background blur. I can usually tell at a glance which pictures I took with this lens...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the sharpness of the camera lenses. They mention that it is wonderfully sharp, impressively sharp with close-ups, and brilliantly crisp. The lens is also very sharp in good light and is refined.
"...it off to fund a 135mm f2L. From my experience, both lenses are wonderfully sharp, contrasty, and when shot wide open have lovely quality to their..." Read more
"...Pros:Very sharp lens. Affordable for an L at this speed (Under $800 new last check) . Great candid street lens. Discreet with black body...." Read more
"...The hood with the 100mm is perfect, refined, and fits right every time. It's amazing they're from the same maker...." Read more
"Fantastic value for this lens. Very sharp wide open...." Read more
Customers like the weight of the lens. They say it is more lightweight than having a 70-200, and is quite compact. They also say it feels much lighter in hand than the 70- 200mm f2.8L IS II, and it's easy to carry along. Customers also mention that the lens is light but solid, and fits right every time.
"...It feels much lighter in hand than the 70-200mm f2.8L IS II, and it's way more discreet...." Read more
"...Great candid street lens. Discreet with black body. Light weight. Lovely bokeh. USM for fast auto focus...." Read more
"...The hood with the 100mm is perfect, refined, and fits right every time. It's amazing they're from the same maker...." Read more
"...1. Optically, it's just as good at 200mm.2. Size and weight are similar.3. You get the versatility of 70-200mm zoom.4...." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the camera lens. They say it's an excellent value and a great budget lens.
"...Pros:Very sharp lens. Affordable for an L at this speed (Under $800 new last check) . Great candid street lens. Discreet with black body...." Read more
"...tank-like built lens that takes exceptional photographs - all for a great price.... This Canon 200mm f2.8L USM prime is the one for you...." Read more
"...work with a prime lens and understand its limitations, this is a well-priced L-lens that will give you quite good pictures...." Read more
"...focal distance, and more lightweight than having a 70-200. Worth every penny and a must have in pro's tool bag...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the build quality of the camera lens. They mention that it is built like a tank, has a solid feel, and transfers zero vibration.
"...The 200mm f2.8L II is built like a tank, and focuses quickly, quietly and accurately...." Read more
"...The build of this lens is second to none. I was amazed at how solid it felt and how strong it was. It has great balance and looks killer on a DSLR...." Read more
"...Build quality is excellent! The whole front barrel and focus ring (less rubber band) are metal. The hood mount/filter threads are metal...." Read more
"...5. L-Quality build and optics6. if you use the 70-200 f/2.8 mostly at 200, this is a cheaper alternative..." Read more
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I think the only problem I had while shooting with this lens stemmed from my own shaky hands - at 200mm with no image stabilization, I found myself needing to shoot at shutter speeds of 1/400 and more often 1/640 to yield a higher amount of keepers that were in focus, which in turn pushed ISO numbers pretty high when the light was less than ideal.
In the end, I found the 200mm focal length to be a bit too long for my preferred shooting style, and sold it off to fund a 135mm f2L. From my experience, both lenses are wonderfully sharp, contrasty, and when shot wide open have lovely quality to their bokeh. I find 135mm a bit more manageable of a focal length to use sans IS - I'm able to get crisp shots handheld at 1/160, so I don't have to bump up the ISO to compensate. The 135L (and newer 70-200 zoom lenses) has a shorter minimum focus distance, so you can be closer to your subjects. As I stated earlier, I've got pretty shaky hands, so you might fare better than I did. If you're steady enough to wield it, you will love this 200mm prime lens.
Here are a few image samples taken with this lens:
http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?p=17741756&i=i200614208
http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?p=17741756&i=i108313403
Pros:Very sharp lens. Affordable for an L at this speed (Under $800 new last check) . Great candid street lens. Discreet with black body. Light weight. Lovely bokeh. USM for fast auto focus. Manual focus ring works wonderfully smooth.
Cons: Not weather sealed. No IS.
I rented this from lensrentals.com before buying and read many reviews before renting. I shoot primes mostly ( 50mm f/1.8, 85mm f/1.8, and 100mm f/1.8 macro so I was very comfortable going into this purchase. Sure, the 2600 dollar 70-200mm f/2.8 would have been a better match to the 24-70mm f/2.8 I already have but I shoot mostly at high shutter speeds or tripod and the cost savings allowed me to invest more in other accessories like lighting and other support gear. No regrets.
I use this with both full frame and crop sensor bodies and the results are always consistent with what I expect.
My suggestion would be to research reviews from as many other pros as possible and try it out first before you buy.
This is a kind of specialty lens that works with my style but may not work with yours.
I hope this review is helpful to you but even the greatest lenses money can buy are no replacement for solid technique and using the right tools for the job.
Best wishes!
The build of this lens is second to none. I was amazed at how solid it felt and how strong it was. It has great balance and looks killer on a DSLR. It's narrow at the base and widens as it goes out. A very cool, unique look for sure. The magnesium alloy used to build this lens is just rock solid. A really nice feel when you attach to your body. It click with a solid feel that transfers ZERO vibration. It's probably like closing the door of a Rolls Royce Phantom.
The image quality is just amazing. The focus is fast! This prime lens has such superior optics. Wide open at f2.8, it produces a beautiful bokeh that makes your shots look as professional as the come. Truly remarkable. If you close it down a bit and shoot between f5.6 and f8, you'll get shots that are so tack sharp, you'll be blown away. I mainly shot with it at f2.8 as I was going for soft backgrounds and buttery smooth bokeh. It has slight vignetting at f2.8, but that, in my opinion, makes it look even better. No complaints at all regarding image quality. Isn't that what photography is all about????
That leads me to the few complaints I did have - the reason why I returned it. I felt that for what I needed, the 100mm Macro with IS was a better fit. Less range with the 100mm, but I still got an L lens with f2.8 maximum aperture, but I gained the IS feature. I know IS add a premium to lenses, but at the same time, there are now some cheap lenses that have IS, so how much can it really cost? The 200mm prime needs IS. It's that simple. Outside, shutter speeds were fine, but go inside and it's a bit slower. Well, a lot slower for that matter. IS would help tremendously. Also, I do shoot macro photography, so the 100mm allowed for that as well.
Oh yeah, the hood that comes with this 200mm lens is as bad as they come. It hardly snaps on properly and when it does, I felt like I wasn't sure it it was attached right. The hood with the 100mm is perfect, refined, and fits right every time. It's amazing they're from the same maker. Canon, you need to fix the hood that comes with the 200mm prime!
But if you're looking for a great, fast, tank-like built lens that takes exceptional photographs - all for a great price.... This Canon 200mm f2.8L USM prime is the one for you. It's awesome in so many ways. I'll post some of the pics I shot once this review goes up. If you're considering it, don't need IS and are planning to shoot outside mostly, this is by far the best priced lens you can get that has all of these features. And again, it looks killer!!! People with turn their heads and those who know the red ring will ask.
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Excellent bokeh at f2.8.
Solid build quality, although not as impressive as the 70-200mm f2.8.
It does have a slight "heft" to it, so a small deduction based on the fact that it does not come with a tripod mount ring. You have to buy one separately and for that price, it should have been included. (Shame on you, Canon!)
I will definitely enjoy this lens for a very long time though.
F2.8 is much far better my F5.6...I use lower ISO as compare to when I using F5.6.
1st try got most of the owl in flight. 2nd wk try, only got 1 shot, I use wrong setting.
Happy with the lens. 3rd owl no longer there.