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tanheis
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 Posted: Tue Jul 01, 2008 8:16 pm Post subject: Canon EF 80-200 2.8L |
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tanheis wrote:
well....
It's an AF lens but still... Seems be quite good and I get one after 2 days.
Maybe I sell my 70-200 4L even it has USM AF motor and this dosn't... I don't need it so much... I prefer 2.8 for low light shots 
And I't quite rare shooting where I need super quick focusing and heard it's pretty fast with this.
Does anyone have experience with the lens?
Here some information.
http://mir.com.my/rb/photography/hardwares/classics/eos/EF-lenses/EF80200mmf28L/index.htm
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Fotal
Joined: 02 Mar 2008
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| Posted: Tue Jul 01, 2008 9:38 pm Post subject: |
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Fotal wrote:
sorry, I have no experience with this lens, only the newer model 70-200.
If you can I would recommend that you hold on to you 70-200/4 untill you have a chance to test the 80-200.
It looks promising but you never know if it fits your taste until you have tried it.
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rayatphonix
Joined: 24 Mar 2008
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| Posted: Tue Jul 01, 2008 9:52 pm Post subject: |
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rayatphonix wrote:
I've had this lens since 1990 and have never had the slightest issue. It's big, heavy but black unlike most Canon L lenses. Parts are no longer available, but there are alot still out there working w/o a problem so if I was in the market that wouldn't bother me. I like not having the "white" that Canon uses to signify their L lenses; it doesn't attract nearly the attention the newer L's do.
I've read several places that this lens is among the best zoom lenses Canon's ever produced and that the IQ is equal to or better than the current versions. IMHO the only advantage of the current version would be IS.
I don't think you'll be disappointed in the quality if you get it. |
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Attila
Joined: 24 Feb 2007
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| Posted: Tue Jul 01, 2008 10:29 pm Post subject: |
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Attila wrote:
Nice to see you here Ray!
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gcrimmins
Joined: 31 Mar 2008
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| Posted: Tue Jul 01, 2008 10:57 pm Post subject: |
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gcrimmins wrote:
I've seen reviews that indicate this lens is a slightly sharper than the 70-200 f2.8L. I've used both and didn't notice much difference in daily shooting. The 80-200 does not have a recessed rear element like the 70-200, so it can't be used with Canon teleconverters. It can be used with third party (Tamron, Sigma, etc.) telconverers that don't have a protruding front element. I don't think the speed of autofocus will be a concern. The real advantage to USM is that it's quiet, and you can switch between manual focus and autofocus without flipping a switch. As was already mentioned, there aren't many parts available for this lens, and Canon may not service it anymore. But there are repair shops that will service lenses Canon won't. It's a great lens, and I'm sure you'll be happy with it.
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rayatphonix
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| Posted: Wed Jul 02, 2008 4:48 pm Post subject: |
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rayatphonix wrote:
Attila,
Thanks for the welcome. I registered several months back and visit frequently. I've learned an awful lot, but haven't had much new information to contribute. I'm glad I was finally able to give someone some help. As my manual focus lens knowledge grows I'll hopefully be able to contribute more.
Ray |
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Attila
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| Posted: Wed Jul 02, 2008 6:19 pm Post subject: |
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Attila wrote:
Every information can be useful I glad to see more post from you.
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Rob Leslie
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Rob Leslie wrote:
A very good friend uses it on his 5D and it is a great lens even wide open on the 5D sharpness goes right into the corners.
It is also a very usable lens which performs well in low levels of light and contrast.
Not cheap as you are paying for that extra stop but a very nice lens.
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tanheis
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Location: Finland
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| Posted: Mon Jul 07, 2008 5:51 pm Post subject: |
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tanheis wrote:
I've got the lens today...
Here are some test shots on a cloudy weather.
All shots wide open 2.8 and no sharpening applied to the crops.
http://taneli.homelinux.net/albums/80-200/flowersCROP.jpg
flowers - 100% crop
http://taneli.homelinux.net/albums/80-200/gullCROP.jpg
gull - 100% crop
http://taneli.homelinux.net/albums/80-200/sparrowCROP.jpg
100% crop
I need to shoot again later and compare it to the 70-200 4L.
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Attila
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| Posted: Mon Jul 07, 2008 6:05 pm Post subject: |
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Attila wrote:
Very nice presentation , nice captures!
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patrickh
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| Posted: Mon Jul 07, 2008 8:01 pm Post subject: |
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patrickh wrote:
...and a good looking lens
patrickh
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tanheis
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| Posted: Tue Jul 08, 2008 2:24 pm Post subject: |
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tanheis wrote:
Here's some shots more.. All wide open 2.8
http://taneli.homelinux.net/albums/80-200/car80mmCROP.jpg
Crop - 80mm 2.8
http://taneli.homelinux.net/albums/80-200/car200mmCROPleft.jpg
Crop - 200mm 2.8 - LEFT
http://taneli.homelinux.net/albums/80-200/car200mmCROPcenter.jpg
Crop - 200mm 2.8 - CENTER
http://taneli.homelinux.net/albums/80-200/car200mmCROPright.jpg
Crop - 200mm 2.8 - RIGHT
http://taneli.homelinux.net/albums/80-200/volvoCROP.jpg
Crop
http://taneli.homelinux.net/albums/80-200/flowers2CROP.jpg
Crop
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Lenses: Zeiss Distagon T* 15/2.8, Nikkor 24mm 2.8, Pentacon 30 3.5, SMC Takumar 50 1.4, Nikon 50mm 1.4 AI-S & non-AI ones,Olympus OM Zuiko 28/2,Pentacon 50 1.8,Industar-50 50mm 3.5(silver & black) Tamron SP 90mm 2.5, Tokina 28-85 4, Tamron SP 35-80 2.8-3.8, Zeiss 15mm 2.8 ZE Distagon, Zeiss Tessar 45/2.8, Zeiss Planar 85/1.4,Nikon 105mm 1.8,Nikon 200/2 ED-IF AI-S,Seimar 135 2.8, Tamron SP 300mm 5.6, Tamron SP 60-300 3.8-5.4, Tamron SP 500mm 8.0 Mirror, Zenit Photosniper + Tair-3, Canon FD 800 5.6L - EOS converted
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tanheis
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| Posted: Tue Jul 08, 2008 7:12 pm Post subject: |
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tanheis wrote:
Here are some portraits which I took in the park when I was meeting my friend.
http://taneli.homelinux.net/albums/80-200/rachelCROP.jpg
Crop
http://taneli.homelinux.net/albums/80-200/rachel2CROP.jpg
100% crop... whole image. Takes a while to load.
I think it's quite sharp wide open.. Sharp enough for me so I think 70-200 4L is going to be sold and this old friend will be the only AF lens I will own then anymore 
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Lenses: Zeiss Distagon T* 15/2.8, Nikkor 24mm 2.8, Pentacon 30 3.5, SMC Takumar 50 1.4, Nikon 50mm 1.4 AI-S & non-AI ones,Olympus OM Zuiko 28/2,Pentacon 50 1.8,Industar-50 50mm 3.5(silver & black) Tamron SP 90mm 2.5, Tokina 28-85 4, Tamron SP 35-80 2.8-3.8, Zeiss 15mm 2.8 ZE Distagon, Zeiss Tessar 45/2.8, Zeiss Planar 85/1.4,Nikon 105mm 1.8,Nikon 200/2 ED-IF AI-S,Seimar 135 2.8, Tamron SP 300mm 5.6, Tamron SP 60-300 3.8-5.4, Tamron SP 500mm 8.0 Mirror, Zenit Photosniper + Tair-3, Canon FD 800 5.6L - EOS converted
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rekaminda
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Location: KL MALAYSIA
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| Posted: Mon Jul 14, 2008 5:47 pm Post subject: |
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rekaminda wrote:
yuppp!!!! agree that this lens is supreme is every aspect, just a good blend of everything. I sold my 70-200mm 2.8, 70-200mm f4 and f4 IS (The f4 version is slight on contrasty side with "clinical" sharpness and the 70-200mm 2.8 is slight soft wide open compared to this 80-200mm 2.8, confident enuf to use it wide open most of the time when the lite is dim esp during indoor event...and its BLACK so nobody dare to look at you lens compare to the white |
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rekaminda
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| Posted: Mon Jul 14, 2008 5:55 pm Post subject: |
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rekaminda wrote:
the 2nd day shooting when i acquired the lens!!! it really impressed me wide open.
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bawang
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Location: Indiana, USA
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| Posted: Mon Jul 14, 2008 6:19 pm Post subject: |
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bawang wrote:
I have turned down many opportunity to acquire this lens in the past. Looking the samples on this thread, I would say..WHY DID I DO THAT!!! This would have been a good one to have when situation necessitate the use of low light AF lens, much like the situation in your picture.
As you said, less people will be looking at that black cylinder. I have been asked of the news agency I am attached to just because of the white cylinder with red ring on my camera. No, I am not with any news agency, still in grad school.
Nowadays, people don't ask me such question, but they still look at my lens. This time at the uniqueness of the old MF lens I have attached; zebra, alu, pancake, etc.
FYI, the lens is also called Magic Drainpipe.
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