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Customer Reviews for EF 70-200mm f/4L USM
EF 70-200mm f/4L USM
High-performance, L-series telephoto zoom, lightweight and compact, with an f/4 maximum aperture
Internal focusing and a ring-type USM enable quick and quiet autofocusing
16 elements in 13 groups
Non-rotating front element
Average Customer Rating:
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Rating Snapshot (30 reviews)
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29 out of 30(97%)reviewers would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for EF 70-200mm f/4L USM
Review 1 for EF 70-200mm f/4L USM
Nickname: Len90
Location: New Jersey
Used this product for: more than 1 year
Expertise Level: Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Mostly used for: Travel
Canon Enthusiast: 6 to 10 years
Product replacement: No
Best Lens I Ever Purchased
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Date:May 26, 2013
Pros: Fast auto-focus, Superior build quality, Super-sharp images
I have had my 70-200 f4L since 2007. I've used it on a 30D, 7D, and now on my 6D. I also sometimes attach the 1.4x III extender when using it on the 6D. This by far has to be the best lens I have ever used. It is coming up on 6 years and I have never had an issue with it. The lens is consistently sharp and always performs when called upon. Over the 6 years of owning my 70-200 f4L I have photographed everything with it including wildlife, sporting events, airplanes, and scenery. No matter what the subject matter is I always get images that are sharp and crisp. This lens was my first "L" series and because of it I will never buy anything else.
I personally do recommend something like a 24-70 or 24-105 to complement the lens and to consider the 1.4x if using this on a full frame.
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Review 2 for EF 70-200mm f/4L USM
Nickname: Lurcus
Location: New York, NY
Used this product for: more than 1 year
Expertise Level: Professional or Expert
Mostly used for: Business
Canon Enthusiast: 11 to 20 years
Product replacement: No
Very good purchase
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Date:May 21, 2013
Pros: color rendition, bokeh, small size, good built quality
Cons: corners sharpness, not "l" built quality
Sharpness is not so good at the corners of the frame and the built quality is not as good as you would expect from an "L" lens, but that's all you can criticize of this zoom.
The 70-200/4 L is inexpensive, it has a unique color rendition (which I really love) it's light, compact, and it keeps its size even zooming. Considering its price, it is a very good purchase.
The 70-200/4 L is inexpensive, it has a unique color rendition (which I really love) it's light, compact, and it keeps its size even zooming. Considering its price, it is a very good purchase.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Review 3 for EF 70-200mm f/4L USM
Nickname: Wally Cleaver
Location: West Coast
Used this product for: 3 to 6 months
Expertise Level: Advanced Amateur
Mostly used for: Landscape/Nature
Canon Enthusiast: more than 20 years
Product replacement: Yes
Great for outdoors
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Date:January 10, 2013
Pros: Fast auto-focus, Superior build quality, Super-sharp images
This lens works great outdoors in normal light. The pictures are fantastic and the sharpness is nothing short of amazing. No need to think twice unless you need low light capabilities then go for the 2.8 version.
10 of 10 people found this review helpful.
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Review 4 for EF 70-200mm f/4L USM
Nickname: osucowpoke
Location: Northern Oklaoma
Used this product for: 1 to 3 months
Expertise Level: Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Mostly used for: Sports
Canon Enthusiast: 1 to 5 years
Product replacement: Yes
Outstanding overall zoom lense
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Date:September 9, 2012
Pros: Fast auto-focus, Superior build quality, Super-sharp images
This lens has the versatility to shoot close semi-macro and also utilize for great sports photography (and everything in between, e.g. portraits). I place it on a monopod lots and it makes it easy to move and change settings. Very pleased with the performance and picture quality.
15 of 15 people found this review helpful.
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Review 5 for EF 70-200mm f/4L USM
Nickname: Max Bloom
Location: Columbus, IN
Used this product for: more than 1 year
Expertise Level: Advanced Amateur
Mostly used for: Portraits
Canon Enthusiast: 1 to 5 years
Product replacement: No
Get this lens!
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Date:July 15, 2012
Pros: Fast auto-focus, Superior build quality, Super-sharp images
This is my first L series lens and I now understand what the fuss is all about regarding the L series lenses. I've had this lens for 2 years now and I couldn't be happier. Super sharp images, great color, and great contrast. I mainly use this lens for portrait work. While it needs a bit more light than its 2.8 brother, it is still a great lens.
The lens weighs a little bit and I recommend using it with a tripod.
Great workhorse lens!
Try the L series lenses. You'll be glad you did and you will see a huge difference in your photos.
10 of 12 people found this review helpful.
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Review 6 for EF 70-200mm f/4L USM
Nickname: Scaggs
Location: Minneapolis, MN
Used this product for: 1 to 3 months
Expertise Level: Professional or Expert
Mostly used for: Landscape/Nature
Canon Enthusiast: more than 20 years
Product replacement: Yes
Perfect
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Date:July 7, 2012
Pros: Fast auto-focus, Superior build quality, Super-sharp images, lightweight
Cons: slower aperture
Incredible image quality and it's a very light lens. If you're doing landscapes, this is the lens for you. If you want to do sports/high action shots, then go for the more expensive f/2.8L lens only because it's got a larger aperture.
11 of 13 people found this review helpful.
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Review 7 for EF 70-200mm f/4L USM
Nickname: maynardac
Location: California
Used this product for: more than 1 year
Expertise Level: Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Mostly used for: Travel
Canon Enthusiast: 1 to 5 years
Product replacement: No
Perfect for scenic views
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Date:June 28, 2012
Pros: Fast auto-focus, Superior build quality, Super-sharp images
We can start from it's quality... this lens might be heavy for some of the users but the quality speaks for itself... And it doesn't have IS, so this is not a perfect lens for sports, but I made some shot for 4th of July and the output was really awesome... took some good scenic shots as well using this lens, and you will never get wrong.
1 of 2 people found this review helpful.
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Review 8 for EF 70-200mm f/4L USM
Nickname: climbhigh4fun
Location: Southern California
Used this product for: 3 to 6 months
Expertise Level: Professional or Expert
Mostly used for: Landscape/Nature
Canon Enthusiast: 11 to 20 years
Product replacement: No
Excellent quality and value
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Date:June 24, 2012
Pros: Fast auto-focus, Superior build quality, Super-sharp images, relatively light and compact
This L series zoom has excellent build quality as well as excellent IQ. It is compact and light which makes it great for anyone needing to shed a little weight for things like hiking, mountain climbing (which is why I love it), or if one's wrists just get tired when holding a heavy lens. This lens provides L series quality in a lightweight package.
I love the fact that this zoom does not change in length when zooming. Zooming takes place inside the barrel. This makes it harder for dust and moisture to get inside the lens or camera.
Although the lens is light, one can still feel the rugged construction.
Image quality is outstanding. I find that most of the time I don't need my image stabilized lenses when shooting during the day, in bright conditions. Color is superb, contrast is excellent and the lens works well for portraits to landscapes to wildlife and sports.
This is the most affordable L series lens but with all the quality that Canon L series is known for, you can't go wrong with this lens!
11 of 12 people found this review helpful.
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Review 9 for EF 70-200mm f/4L USM
Nickname: climbhigh4fun
Location: Desert Hot Springs, CA
Used this product for: 3 to 6 months
Expertise Level: Professional or Expert
Canon Enthusiast: 11 to 20 years
Product replacement: No
Fantastic Lens!!
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Date:April 19, 2012
Pros: image quality, rugged build, lightweight
Cons: should have a tripod collar included
Dollar for dollar, this is one of the best lens purchases I have ever made. Image quality, rugged build, being lightweight and popular zoom range have made this lens a great purchase for me. Some say that the lack of image stabilization in a con and they prefer the IS version. For what I do with this lens, mostly wildlife which I shoot at high shutter speeds means I don't worry too much about camera shake, and landscape with it on a tripod, in which case IS is not needed. At nearly 1/2 the price of the IS and significantly lighter make this a great lens to have in my bag on long hiking trips where weight is an issue, which is exactly why I bought this lens. I do have and use IS lenses, but this is a great piece of L series glass at an extremely reasonable price. I have also used it as a portrait lens, especially outdoors. Oh, I almost forgot about the lightning fast, silent and accurate auto focus.
22 of 22 people found this review helpful.
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Review 10 for EF 70-200mm f/4L USM
Nickname: Anonymous
Location: Texas
Used this product for: 1 to 3 months
Expertise Level: Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Canon Enthusiast: 1 to 5 years
Product replacement: No
awesome lens!
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Date:November 25, 2011
Pros: fast af super sharp build quality
Cons: could use a tripod mount
this lens is totally worth every penny! the images are super sharp, color contrast and bokeh are just amazing even though it's f4. highly recommended lens and great starter entry for L series lenses.
15 of 15 people found this review helpful.
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Review 11 for EF 70-200mm f/4L USM
Nickname: spiderwebmxpics
Location: Wisconsin
Used this product for: 1 to 3 months
Expertise Level: Advanced Amateur
Mostly used for: Sports
Canon Enthusiast: 11 to 20 years
Product replacement: No
Emergency backup lens may become #1 in my bag
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Date:July 14, 2011
Pros: Fast auto-focus, Super-sharp images, light weight
Recently my 'Go to' lens began having focus problems and since I had some races to cover right away I purchased the EF 70-200 f/4L. I had borrowed a friends on the day my other lens acted up and was convinced it was a great backup. I opted for the f/4 non IS because my primary lens is an f/2.8 with IS and I couldn't justify spending the extra to duplicate that. First race out (motocross) I was very happy with performance of the lens in fast action shots and couldn't believe the color captured even in dusty conditions. Also carrying the camera/lens all day I was overjoyed by the light weight.
I did miss the IS on some panned shots but wouldn't blame the failures on the lens entirely.
In motocross the perfect shot is often gone as fast as you can focus and this lens was fast enough to beat the riders.
As my first venture into L glass I was very happy and this lens is now on top of the list for daily use. I am looking to sell my 'go to' lens and purchase the 70-200 f2.8L IS to replace it as the 'go to'.
This lens is being used in combination with both a Rebel XTi and Rebel T1i primarily to shoot motocross pictures used in publications and sold as posters
I did miss the IS on some panned shots but wouldn't blame the failures on the lens entirely.
In motocross the perfect shot is often gone as fast as you can focus and this lens was fast enough to beat the riders.
As my first venture into L glass I was very happy and this lens is now on top of the list for daily use. I am looking to sell my 'go to' lens and purchase the 70-200 f2.8L IS to replace it as the 'go to'.
This lens is being used in combination with both a Rebel XTi and Rebel T1i primarily to shoot motocross pictures used in publications and sold as posters
24 of 25 people found this review helpful.
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Review 12 for EF 70-200mm f/4L USM
Nickname: smithmaestro
Location: San Francisco, CA
Used this product for: 1 to 3 months
Expertise Level: Advanced Amateur
Mostly used for: Portraits
Canon Enthusiast: 1 to 5 years
Worth all the cents I paid it with
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Date:April 9, 2011
Pros: Fast auto-focus, Superior build quality
I have had this lens for a couple of months, and this has been the most helpful and best lens I have in my arsenal of lenses. I'm not a professional, but I do take lots of pictures, and I can get up close to the things I need from afar. This lens has proven that it is worth every penny, for me.
12 of 12 people found this review helpful.
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Review 13 for EF 70-200mm f/4L USM
Nickname: arturoy
Location: Los angeles
Used this product for: Less than 1 month
Expertise Level: Advanced Amateur
Mostly used for: Sports
Canon Enthusiast: 11 to 20 years
Product replacement: Yes
Best for the price
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Date:February 14, 2011
Pros: Fast auto-focus, Superior build quality, Super-sharp images, must work on manual mode, needs falsh or high iso 800+
Cons: low light a a-
Just bought it two days ago for a dancing performance, i took 200 Pictures and every single one is super sharp and very clear. When you crop them in your computer, it will also be very clear. Buy this one, you will not regret. The only thing is that with lower light, you will have to use a flash and set the ISO to 800+. This camera is not for the amateur that sets it on full auto. You have to work on manual mode.
11 of 14 people found this review helpful.
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Review 14 for EF 70-200mm f/4L USM
Nickname: Liz
Used this product for: Less than 1 month
Expertise Level: Advanced Amateur
Mostly used for: Landscape/Nature
Canon Enthusiast: 1 to 5 years
Product replacement: No
Great Bang for buck
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Date:February 12, 2011
Pros: Fast auto-focus, Super-sharp images
Having used the IS 2.8 version, I was a little nervous about buying this lens. However, the lack of IS has not turned out to be a noticeable problem, even in low light. The pictures have turned out great and this lens is much lighter than it's IS counterparts!
13 of 14 people found this review helpful.
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Review 15 for EF 70-200mm f/4L USM
Nickname: KZGuy
Location: Maryland
Used this product for: Less than 1 month
Expertise Level: Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Mostly used for: Landscape/Nature
Canon Enthusiast: 11 to 20 years
Product replacement: Yes
First L lens certainly not my last
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Date:February 6, 2011
Pros: Fast auto-focus, Superior build quality, Super-sharp images, came with lens hood and bag
Cons: did not come with tripod collar
This lens is simply amazing! It is the sharpest lens I have used to date, with amazing overall IQ. The AF is lightning fast, and always spot on. For what I am using this lens for, I did not need the IS version, but if you plan to hand hold in low light, or at full telephoto I recommend it. The only thing that would make this lens perfect would be if it came with the tripod collar, rather than having to purchase it separately (which I did)...and maybe a macro setting too...for 200mm at least. If all the L lenses are similar in quality to this one, I will certainly be replacing some of my other lenses with the L versions. Stop thinking about it and buy this lens already...you won't regret it!
10 of 10 people found this review helpful.
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Review 16 for EF 70-200mm f/4L USM
Nickname: 6mikoy3
Location: NYC
Used this product for: more than 1 year
Expertise Level: Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Product replacement: No
my favorite lens
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Date:October 11, 2010
having an L lens is worth all the money! this lens is very sharp and has quick focusing system so if you are good with composition and techniques then expect to have a good or possible great picture.
13 of 14 people found this review helpful.
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Review 17 for EF 70-200mm f/4L USM
Nickname: M-dub_817
Location: Ft. Worth, Texas
Used this product for: Less than 1 month
Expertise Level: Advanced Amateur
Product replacement: No
Best Lens for the money
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Date:October 11, 2010
Pros: value, usm, f/4 through lens, build quality, internal zoom
Cons: usm a little louder than others, could be built a little better, no stabilization, no ring mount in box
This lens is very quiet although not as quiet as others. the speed of the usm is great, optics are unbelievable, and the F/4 through the whole range is awesome for video because you dont get the lighting changes when you zoom. build is awesome but could be a bit better. the internal zoom is great so no dust or dirt can get into the lens if your outdoors. Overall, extremely satisfied with this lens and the value. After one day at the track it was totally worth the money. A huge step up from the kit lens or other telephoto lenses in optics and build quality. Plus it comes with a bag and lens hood.
8 of 9 people found this review helpful.
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Review 18 for EF 70-200mm f/4L USM
Nickname: radams060
Location: midwest
Used this product for: Less than 1 month
Expertise Level: Advanced Amateur
Product replacement: No
wow
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Date:May 18, 2010
Pros: Fast auto-focus, Superior build quality, Super-sharp images, incredible difference between non-l lenses
Cons: none
I just got this lens last week. I shot over 600 pictures at a sporting event, and was blown away by the sharpness and fast focusing of the lens.
This lens totally blew me away. This is my first L lens, but hopefully not the last. I've always heard that the L lenses are worth the big $, now I'm a believer also.
By the way, these first 600 shots were done from 6pm to 8pm so light was fading, and I was still blown away.
This lens totally blew me away. This is my first L lens, but hopefully not the last. I've always heard that the L lenses are worth the big $, now I'm a believer also.
By the way, these first 600 shots were done from 6pm to 8pm so light was fading, and I was still blown away.
35 of 36 people found this review helpful.
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Review 19 for EF 70-200mm f/4L USM
Nickname: GUSS
Location: Ohio
Used this product for: Less than 1 month
Expertise Level: Advanced Amateur
Product replacement: No
Best Deal on a Canon lens, PERIOD!
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Date:April 30, 2010
Pros: Fast auto-focus, Superior build quality, Super-sharp images, superior blur
Cons: auto focus hunts on overcast days, black felt fibers on the inside of the lens hood., black felt on the inside of the lens mount end.
In just 3 days of use with this lens, I've captured over 650 images. I'm impressed with the superior quality of the glass, the build, IQ, bokeh and blur. The only cons that I've experienced so far, the little black felt fibers (inside the mount end of the lens and on the inside of the hood) LOVE to find their way to your mirrors and lens glass! I find myself CONSTANTLY cleaning my rig, even before a simple candid snap shot. Thank GOD for Dyson, I know vac the lens hood and mount end of the lens.
9 of 9 people found this review helpful.
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Review 20 for EF 70-200mm f/4L USM
Nickname: triggertime
Location: Jamaica
Used this product for: more than 1 year
Expertise Level: Advanced Amateur
Product replacement: No
High value for $$$
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Date:March 16, 2010
Pros: Fast auto-focus, Superior build quality, Super-sharp images, its a cheap priced l lens for an l cheapo
Cons: with it had is for same price :)
I love how sharp this lens is. It's amazing to see a lens sharp at all focal length. The AF is superfast. Coupled with the shallow DOF at higher focal length, make this perfect for portraiture. I use it way more than my 24-70 F2.8
10 of 13 people found this review helpful.
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