200mm f/2.8 II vs. 70-200 f/2.8 IS II

[daveyboy]

I love my 70-200 from the first few shots I was blow away by the image, it is heavy and big but so worth it.

 

[jdramirez]

Why don't you buy both used, see which one you like better and then sell the lens you don't prefer. I have a 70-200mm f/2.8L IS mkii and I'm quite fond of it.

Why don't you check lightroom to see which aperture you shoot at when you take the 70-200mm f/4L out on the town. If it is 200mm 90% of the time... save the cash and buy the prime. If you are constantly adjusting the focal length... then you have your answer.

 

[J.R.]

Thanks for the replies. It is good to know that the IQ is pretty similar for both lenses so now my decision making becomes a bit easier.

There is a deal going down locally where a used 200 prime in excellent condition is available for about $ 500 - $ 600. I think I'll get that and it'll be useful when I need to carry less weight on my hiking / biking trips.

I'll see if I need the zoom once I use this lens. I don't think I could lose too much money if I were to sell it again

Cheers ... J.R.

 

[castillophotodesign]

I love my 70-200 IS II. I used it on the 5d III and i am very pleased with the results. Here is a sample photo

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