Announcement: Canon EF 35mm f/1.4L II

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<em>New L-Series Lens is First to Feature Canon’s Proprietary Blue Spectrum Refractive Optics – That Achieves a Higher Level of Chromatic Aberration Correction For Superb Image Quality</em></p>
<p><strong>MELVILLE, N.Y., August 27, 2015 –</strong> Canon U.S.A., a leader in digital imaging solutions, today introduced the new EF 35mm f/1.4L II USM lens for EOS system cameras – a wide-angle fixed-focal-length Canon EF lens that is the world’s first<span class="green">*</span> to utilize the Company’s newly-developed and exclusive Blue Spectrum Refractive Optics (BR Optics). This new optical technology utilizes organic material newly developed by Canon to achieve a higher level of chromatic aberration correction than other existing technologies resulting in outstanding high-quality imaging performance.</p>
<p>“As the world leader in production of interchangeable lenses, having produced over 110 million EF lenses since 1987, it is with great excitement that we now introduce a revolutionary new technology to add to Canon’s unequaled optical heritage when it comes to chromatic aberration correction,” said Yuichi Ishizuka, president and COO of Canon U.S.A., Inc. “We continually strive to achieve the ideal lens performance, which has driven the development of Blue Spectrum Refractive Optics, found in the new EF 35mm f/1.4L II USM lens. This technology is yet another ‘first’ in optical design introduced by Canon to enhance the performance of our lenses for our customers.”</p>
<p><strong>Preorder EF 35 f/1.4L II $1799: <a href="http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1180801-REG/canon_9523b002_35mm_f_1_4l_ii_usm.html/BI/2466/KBID/3296" target="_blank">B&H Photo</a> | <a href="http://www.adorama.com/CA35142.html?utm_term=UbK24x0al34oSlvW4eT8QxjoUkX3mDVXeWC-Ug0&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=Other&utm_source=rflaid64393&cvosrc=affiliate.64393" target="_blank">Adorama</a> | <a href="http://amzn.to/1Uehm5w" target="_blank">Amazon</a></strong></p>
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<p>Canon’s proprietary Blue Spectrum Refractive Optics (BR Optics) incorporate a new organic optical material with unique anomalous dispersion characteristics for use in camera lenses. The molecular design of BR Optics refracts blue light (short wavelength spectrum) to a greater degree than other existing optical technologies including UD glass, Super UD glass and Fluorite, to control color fringing as effectively as possible. When placed between convex and concave lens elements made from conventional optical glass materials, BR Optics help to produce sharp images with outstanding contrast and color fidelity by thoroughly reducing axial chromatic aberration.</p>
<p>In addition to BR Optics, the new lens incorporates two aspherical elements and one UD glass element in a 14 element, 11 group optical formula. The EF 35mm f/1.4L II USM lens also features Canon’s proprietary Sub-Wavelength Structure Coating (SWC), applied to the rear surface of the first and second aspheric lens elements to help combat flare and ghosting caused by light rays entering the lens at a large angle of incidence. The lens also offers best in class minimum focusing distance at 0.28m (approximately 11 inches) resulting in an increased maximum magnification of 0.21x – ideal for capturing close-up subjects. Autofocusing is swift and virtually silent due to a rear-focus optical system and Canon’s original Ring USM focusing motor. Full-time mechanical manual focusing is also available even when the lens is set to AF mode.</p>
<p>The Canon EF 35mm f/1.4L II USM lens features improved durability over its predecessor. As with all L-series lenses, this new lens is highly resistant to dust and water ─ making it ideal for outdoor photography, even in harsh conditions. The high-grade design of the lens provides users with a substantial and luxurious feel, as well as optimal operability.  In addition, a fluorine coating on the front and rear lens surfaces helps to repel liquids and dust particles, and makes the lens easier to clean.</p>
<p><strong>Pricing and Availability

</strong>The new Canon EF 35mm f/1.4L II USM lens is compatible with 72mm filters and will be supplied with Lens Hood EW-77B and Lens Pouch LP1219. It is scheduled to be available in October 2015, for an estimated retail price of $1,799.00. For more information including specifications and an MTF chart, please visit <a href="http://www.usa.canon.com/cusa/professional/products/lenses/ef_lens_lineup/lens_wide_pro" target="_blank">http://www.usa.canon.com/cusa/professional/products/lenses/ef_lens_lineup/lens_wide_pro</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Preorder EF 35 f/1.4L II $1799: <a href="http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1180801-REG/canon_9523b002_35mm_f_1_4l_ii_usm.html/BI/2466/KBID/3296" target="_blank">B&H Photo</a> | <a href="http://www.adorama.com/CA35142.html?utm_term=UbK24x0al34oSlvW4eT8QxjoUkX3mDVXeWC-Ug0&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=Other&utm_source=rflaid64393&cvosrc=affiliate.64393" target="_blank">Adorama</a> | <a href="http://amzn.to/1Uehm5w" target="_blank">Amazon</a></strong></p>
 

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Looking forward to seeing sample pictures and a MTF chart. I would totally spring on it for $1800 if it has the quality and the bokeh that I'd want at f/1.4. Sounds promising and I'm super excited.

Not sure if I'd rather spend the $1800 on this or save that money up and preorder a 1DX II when it's announced, but I could definitely get some serious use out of this lens.
 
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I have 35mm covered several times already: Canon 35 f2 IS, Zeiss 35mm 1.4, 16-35mm f4 IS, 24-70 II. BUT still this lens interests me a lot as none of the above lenses can deliver what this has the potential of delivering. I am sure the Zeiss and this will match but Zeiss lacks AF.
I want this new lens but which one to sell from the ones I have? All these lenses have their unique functions!
 
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pj1974 said:
Hi Everyone...

Here are comparative MTF charts between:
1) the 35mm f/1.4 L II and
2) the 35mm f/1.4 L

Happy to help!

Paul 8)

This is quite substantial update, no doubt challenging Sigma Art, maybe even outperforming it. Combine it with reliable AF, ruggedness and weather resistence and we have a 35mm winner. Price is high, but expected...
 
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Sanj-- I know that feeling! I have the excellent 24-70mm F/2.8 II and the awesome 16-35mm F/4 IS, both of which are absolutely stunningly sharp, but both of them are too dark in certain scenarios, and I'd so absolutely love to have 35mm F/1.4. It'd be kinda silly though to have three of my four main lenses include the same focal lengths, but they definitely have their own unique uses. I don't want to lose the width of 16-24mm, I don't want to lose the reach of 35-70, and I really would love the f/1.4 aperture.. Hard choices!

pj1974 said:
Hi Everyone...

Here are comparative MTF charts between:
1) the 35mm f/1.4 L II and
2) the 35mm f/1.4 L

Happy to help!

Paul 8)

Wow! Thank you. That looks seriously sharp wide open. Very promising.. Ahh, this is going to be a hard few months deciding what to invest in!
 
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H. Jones said:
rrcphoto said:
here's the sigma ..

If I'm not mistaken, is the Canon II now as sharp wide open as the Sigma is stopped down? Wow.

that's the sigma wide open, but it's certainly better wide open than the Sigma ART.

and if canon's claims about getting abberations under control and it's somewhat even near to APO? 1800 will look like a steal

this certainly looks like "the" WA prime to use on a 5DsR.
 
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siegsAR said:
I don't fully understand MTF charts, but that one looks easy! :D

Now, is it safe to assume that the 50mm USM-whatever will come w/ this new Blue Spectrum Refractive Optics?

you'd have to think 24,50,85 updates with BR and up to snuff optics are on the horizon and hopefully a 16-35 2.8L II which could use some love.
 
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Am I blind or did the 50mm 1.2 just get yanked off of Canon's site? :D
Ohh this could be a great year!

I LOVED my 35mm mki but sold it for the 50mm 1.2 becasue of the CA. Now with this lens announced I may go back to another 35mm Woo Hoo! I think the price is Very fair considering this looks like it may be one of the sharpest lenses made yet.
 
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Am I blind or did the 50mm 1.2 just get yanked off of Canon's site? :D
Ohh this could be a great year!

I LOVED my 35mm mki but sold it for the 50mm 1.2 becasue of the CA. Now with this lens announced I may go back to another 35mm Woo Hoo! I think the price is Very fair considering this looks like it may be one of the sharpest lenses made yet.

I can confirm that the 50/1.2 is not listed on Canon USA as far as I can see.

Probably just a mistake when adding the new 35.
 
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