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downward pressure on EF 24-70mm f/2.8 USM L pricing, Tamron's version tests well
Aglet:
I was actually hoping for even better performance from Tamron's new 24-70mm f/2.8 in the borders and bokeh from the originally published MTF charts but, considering the price, build quality and optical stabilization, this is likely to become a very good budget-minded choice for full-frame mid-range zoom. It does beat the previous EF lens in most areas, the vII will be interesting to see tested.
Tamron test link below
www.photozone.de/canon_eos_ff/741-tamron2470f28eosff
pwp:
History suggests that the new release of a premium high volume category product from Canon will remain premium priced for some time, most likely years. This will be the case with the 24-70 f/2.8II especially if it delivers on it's promises. Look to long term pricing trends of the L70-200 f/2.8isII and the L16-35 f/2.8II as indicators. The new 24-70 is a lens that Canon will expect to see land in most professionals bags, plus a staggering number of cashed up, impatient enthusiasts who have been hungry for this lens for years.
I hope Tamron has a big winner on their hands with their new lens, but don't bet the farm on its effect on Canon pricing.
PW
Marsu42:
--- Quote from: pwp on June 01, 2012, 04:57:08 AM ---I hope Tamron has a big winner on their hands with their new lens, but don't bet the farm on its effect on Canon pricing.
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I guess it'll be the other way around: With the lack of other alternatives and the fact that Canon's 24-70ii will stay @$2000+ for a long time to come, the Tamron maybe won't see the usual price drop of 3rd party lenses after release... if people can work around the sharpness falloff of the Tamron on full frame and the mediocre quality control.
DavidRiesenberg:
It could possibly affect the used price of the MK I. Not saying that it will be cheaper after the MKII hits the street but perhaps it won't increase in price as much as it is expected with the release of a much more expensive replacement.
On the other hand, perhaps Canon will continue selling the MKI which could be interesting.
Janco:
--- Quote from: DavidRiesenberg on June 01, 2012, 06:24:33 AM ---On the other hand, perhaps Canon will continue selling the MKI which could be interesting.
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Isn't it already officially discontinued?
http://www.canonrumors.com/2012/05/official-discontinued-list/
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