Canon EF 200mm f/2.8L II USM Prime Telephoto Lens

T his telephoto lens is Canon's biggest bargain and a rather well kept surprise. The 200 f2.8 L lens is an astounding value and has the "red ring", Canon's professional rating. Its an awesome prime lens. F/2.8 DOES make a difference in depth of field and shutter speed, so comparing this one with the 70-200 f/2.8 at almost half the price and half the weight and just as fast and sharp if not sharper, just one photo shooting will assure you of it's value. The fact that it is small and black makes it an ideal travel lens. After utilizing the 200 f/2.8 -1.7 lb lens it is hard to imaging lugging the 70-200 f/2.8 - 3.24 lb monster in my backpack..

Canon EF 200mm f/2.8L II USM Lens

Canon EF 200mm f/2.8L II USM Prime Telephoto Lens

Description

Like all L series lenses, this one is built extremely solid. It may feel fairly large and bulky to those who haven't used L series lenses before. The extra bulk comes from higher quality glass and the use of more durable materials (metal vs. plastic).

Building upon the success of its predecessor; the EF 200mm f/2.8L; the "II" in this latest 200mm lens model number refers to improvements suggested by the most important people of all - Canon customers. For instance, the pull-out hood featured on the original model has been replaced by a separate, larger and more effective hood, the ET-83B; making this model unique in its class of moderately priced, single focal length lenses.

The EF 200mm f/2.8L II USM employs Canon's famous rear-focus telephoto optical design that delivers outstanding picture quality throughout its entire shooting range - even at middle and close distances. And like its high-end siblings, this lens also uses two ultra-low dispersion (UD) glass elements to ensure maximum image sharpness and accurate color fidelity; and Canon's advanced ultrasonic focusing motor (USM) and rear focusing design for silent, high speed autofocusing. The EF 200mm f/2.8L II USM is perfectly suited for Canon's EOS system cameras, placing special emphasis on manual focusing capabilities. The new 200mm f/2.8L II USM lets you get up close and personal, and still keep your distance.

Features

• EOS compatibility is ensured. EOS-dedicated information such as metering and focal length is transmitted directly through the lens mount to the camera body.

• Large maximum aperture of f/2.8 allows full use of the cross-type BASIS feature on all EOS cameras from infinity to the closest shooting distance of 4.9ft. (1.5m).

• Ultra-low dispersion (UD) glass compensates for chromatic aberration and ensures accurate color and sharp, clear images.

• Ultrasonic Motor (USM) and rear focusing design allow for silent, high speed auto focusing and full-time manual focus.

• Smooth manual focusing is accomplished through Canon's mechanical manual focusing system and wide rubber focusing ring for easy adjustments.

• Added focusing versatility through full compatibility with 1.4x and 2x EF Extenders.

Specifications

Overview
Lens stylePrime lens  
Max Format Size 35mm FF  
Lens focal length200 mm  
Stabilization type No  
Camera mount Canon EF  
Angle of view 120°  
Aperture (lens diaphragm)
Largest aperture opening F2.8  
Smallest aperture opening F32.0  
Includes aperture ring No  
Total diaphragm blades 8  
Diaphragm Pulse control system using Electromagnetic Diaphragm (EMD)  
Optical
Total Elements 9  
Number of Groups 7  
Coatings / special elements 2 UD-glass elements / Super Spectra Coating  
Focusing
Minimum focus distance 1.50 m (59.06")  
Maximum magnification ratio 0.16 x  
Autofocus type Yes  
Full time manual focus Yes  
Focusing method Rear-group focusing  
Lens distance scale Yes  
Depth of field scale Yes  
Physical features
Overall weight765 g (1.69 lb) 26.8 oz  
Lens diameter 83 mm (3.28")  
Overall length 136 mm (5.36")  
Construction materials Metal barrel, metal mount  
Sealing No  
Lens color Black  
Filter thread size 72 mm  
Lens hood included Yes  
Lens hood code ET-83b II  
Optional accessories Hard Case LH-D18 II Soft Case LP1222


Item Includes

• E72 Front Lens Cap
• Rear Cap E
• ET-83BII Lens Hood
• LP1222 Lens Pouch

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