We take a closer look at the Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM and see if it can compete with its f/2.8 sibling

Product Overview

Overall rating:

92%

Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM

Overall score:92%

Product:

Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Review

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Price as reviewed:

£1,450.00

Sample images

Verdict

Overall, the f/4 lens clearly plays second fiddle on paper but it is a very easy lens to carry and to use. Though it is expensive it is only roughly half that of the f/2.8 version, based on Canons SRPs. So there's probably a case for saying Canon has made the f/4 lens too good compared with the f/2.8 version. Its compromises and limitations are slight but its price advantage is substantial.

Details

Filter Thread:67
Image Stabilisation:yes
AF Motor Type:USM
Maximum Magnification:0.21 (at 200mm)
Minimum Focus:120cm
Number of Diaphragm Blades:8
Lens Construction:16/13
Maximum Aperture:f/4
Diagonal Angle of View:34°- 12°
Weight:760g
Focal Length:70-200mm
Dimensions:76 x172mm
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