The new EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM – Canon’s essential, high-quality, telephoto zoom lens for professionals

Pre-CES 2010: Canon has released a successor to its professional workhorse fast telezoom, in the shape of the EF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS II USM. Although outwardly similar to its predecessor, the new lens features a revised optical design, incorporating a fluorite element and no fewer than 5 UD elements for the correction of chromatic aberrations. The minimum focus distance has been reduced to 1.2m, with a corresponding increase in maximum magnification to 0.21x. The mechanical design has also been modified, with the most obvious external change being a wider focusing ring. As usual for an L series design, the lens features dust- and drip-proof construction. It's also fully compatible with Canon's existing teleconverters and extension tubes.



5th January 2010 – Canon today adds to its acclaimed L-series with the launch of the new EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM telephoto zoom lens. The lens launches as the successor to the immensely popular EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM, offering improved performance in every area.

True to the L-series’ heritage, the EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM delivers optical excellence in the most challenging situations. As well as a revamp of the internal optical system, the lens has also been structurally re-developed as a direct result of user feedback, making it as robust and reliable as it is optically advanced.

“Reuters’ photographers have used the EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM for a number of years and it allows photographers a great level of flexibility,” said Reuters Production Editor Kevin Coombs. “The focal length, fast aperture and Image Stabilizer all contribute to it being a workhorse lens and you’ll find it in many professional photographers’ camera bags. I’m very much looking forward to seeing the improvements offered by the EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM.”

Premium quality, premium performance

The EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM features a re-designed optical system, consisting of 23 elements in 19 groups to deliver truly impressive results. A high-performance fluorite element is used at the heart of the lens path, coupled with no fewer than five ultra-low dispersion (UD) elements, drastically reducing chromatic aberration throughout the zoom range to produce high contrast images with edge-to-edge definition.

A high-speed Auto Focus (AF) system perfectly matches the abilities of the recently-launched EOS-1D Mark IV and EOS 7D Digital SLR (DSLR) cameras. The new model also features a ring-type USM AF motor, which combines with a new high-speed CPU and an optimised AF algorithm to make auto focusing both faster and quieter.

A reduced minimum focusing distance of 1.2 metres (3.9 ft) and improved 0.21x magnification will allow photographers to get closer to subjects without needing to swap lenses – greatly benefitting time-pressured news and events photographers who require flexibility. An updated Image Stabilizer mechanism also offers a shutter speed advantage equivalent to four-stops, reducing the effect of image blur resulting from camera shake in busy shooting environments.

Enhanced design, exceptional ease of use

As well as an update to the internal construction, the EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM features an enhanced external appearance to improve lens operation. The thickness of protruding exterior parts and switches has been significantly reduced, guarding against accidental switching and creating an improved overall look. The rubber focusing grip has also been redesigned and widened; with finely-patterned grooves making it easier to manually focus.

Being an L-series lens, the EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM is fully weatherproof, making it ideal for use in all weather conditions. The mount, focus mode switch and focusing ring all feature a completely dust and drip-proof structure, preventing dust or water from getting inside the camera and lens when used with accompanying weatherproof EOS bodies. The lens has been designed to stand up to the daily wear and tear of professional usage, making it a highly durable, reliable lens for use day-to-day by professional photographers.

High quality L-series accessories

The EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM is supplied with several accessories, including the new ET-87 Lens Hood and the Ring-Type Tripod Collar B (W). A brand new Lens Case LZ1326 is also included as standard, offering quick and easy access when users need to switch lenses in time-pressured situations.

Compatibility with a range of optional Canon accessories also allows users to pair the EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM with the Lens Extender EF 1.4x II, Lens Extender EF 2x II, Extension Tube EF 12 II, Extension Tube EF 25 II, and 77mm filters.

New lens! Guess this is the new equivalent to Nikon's VR2.

CJ can consider this one instead liao

CY wrote:New lens! Guess this is the new equivalent to Nikon's VR2.

CJ can consider this one instead liao

hahaha... siao... not cheap weh...

but it's really niceeeeeeeeee...... wait to see ur VR2 first...

Goh is gonna to sell his to trade for this i think

agree wit the post above. Mr goh surely change... any 1 interested to get from him? hahahahah

CJ, what you waiting for man, take ah goh's

hahhaha... waiting for ahgoh to anounce price...

oh god... dream lens...

wow.... god bless this lens is for professionals only
i can skip this lens d

not pro cannot use it... wahahahahah

http://www.prophotoshow.net/blog/2010/03/12/canon-70-200-2-8-is-2-review-v1-v2-compared/

Solid lens! Better than the v1 at all aspects.

no, it is not good...

cos it is too expensive...

LOL~ you'll have to admit it later on hahaa!

wow....
RM8,785.00
a expensive gear ==

I have a unit of Canon 70-200 f2.8 IS1 for sale. Interested, pls pm me.

price RM8650....

how come u got one simmon?

Jameslye wrote:how come u got one simmon?

Hahaha....last time i bought the wrong brand

simmon wrote:

Jameslye wrote:how come u got one simmon?

Hahaha....last time i bought the wrong brand

cannot be right?

derricklim wrote:

simmon wrote:

Jameslye wrote:how come u got one simmon?

Hahaha....last time i bought the wrong brand

cannot be right?

Are you interested?? Will give u a good price.

Lens condition 9.9/10

simmon wrote:

derricklim wrote:

simmon wrote:

Jameslye wrote:how come u got one simmon?

Hahaha....last time i bought the wrong brand

cannot be right?

Are you interested?? Will give u a good price.

Lens condition 9.9/10

i would love to, but no money yet...

derricklim wrote:

i would love to, but no money yet...

Go go go! 70-200 f/2.8L IS is poisonous! Me using Nikon one also kena poisoned >(

CY wrote:

derricklim wrote:

i would love to, but no money yet...

Go go go! 70-200 f/2.8L IS is poisonous! Me using Nikon one also kena poisoned >(

That's y u bought right

Derrick, don't let this oppoturnity slips. The lens will be gone by next week.

[quote="simmon"]

CY wrote:

That's y u bought right

Derrick, don't let this oppoturnity slips. The lens will be gone by next week.

>( Kena poison from dark side and bright side. Finish la! >.<

[quote="CY"]

simmon wrote:

CY wrote:

That's y u bought right

Derrick, don't let this oppoturnity slips. The lens will be gone by next week.

>( Kena poison from dark side and bright side. Finish la! >.<

CY, let's break your viginity later.... i mean your lens la