EF 24-70 f/4L IS & EF 35 f/2 IS

[Loswr]

Re: EF 24-70 f/4L IS & EF 35 f/2 IS

If those specs are true, a 0.7x max mag of the 24-70/4 is pretty darn close to a true 1:1 macro, and much higher than any other non-macro lens in the lineup (the 24-105 is 0.3x, 24-70 is 0.29x, 24-70 II is 0.21x). It's even higher than the 50mm f/2.5 Compact Macro. The use of H-IS would be consistent with that high max mag (the only other lens that has it is the 100L Macro, but PowerShots also have H-IS since they have very close MFDs).

So, this lens is a combination general purpose zoom and near-macro lens, something nonexistent in the current lineup. For people who like to shoot close ups (flowers, jewelry, etc.) this is like getting two lenses in one.

 

[virsago_mk2]

Re: EF 24-70 f/4L IS & EF 35 f/2 IS

I guess I'll stick with my 24-105 f/4 L IS then.

I don't see any point of getting 24-70 f/4 L IS unless you're a new Canon DSLR user who wants to buy the latest gear available.

Finger cross for 24-105 f/2.8 L IS or even better 24-120 f/2.8 L IS in the future.

 

[sanj]

Re: EF 24-70 f/4L IS & EF 35 f/2 IS

Correct me if i'm wrong but what's the point of IS in such short focal lengths?

With the release of 24-70 f/4L IS it will be a tough choice for some to decide with the 2.8 non IS version, what do you think?

I think IS is great to have even on a short focal length. I have wished for IS many times on lenses 100mm and below in low light situations. IS helps me keep the ISO down. But I must admit today's new cameras are changing the scenario somewhat. But I do prefer IS.. You many want to try shooting handheld some shots at 1/15 or somewhere around that with IS off, zooming in a bit and checking the corners and objects in the foreground for blur. Then do the same with IS on and see the difference.

 

[Nishi Drew]

Re: EF 24-70 f/4L IS & EF 35 f/2 IS

Ah, finally an "affordable" 35 that will replace the previous affordable one that's not too great? Nope, Sigma beat them with their 35mm 1.4 which would be coming out this month some time? Or not, maybe these two will be priced around the same seeing how the new IS wide primes are, and how Siggy primes aren't "that" cheap, only in comparison to L.
But it is funny how third party lens manufacturers are beating the big companies to the punch with lenses

 

[kubelik]

Re: EF 24-70 f/4L IS & EF 35 f/2 IS

Finally, and update to the loud, poor-bokeh poor man's 35. Still holding my breath on the pricing, I feel like this is liable to be $750 like the 24 and 28 IS versions... if they can make it $650 I think it'll be a permanent walkaround on my 5d mark 2

 

[sandymandy]

Re: EF 24-70 f/4L IS & EF 35 f/2 IS

I think the 35mm IS is really nice! I expect it to have much better IQ and then theres finally a Canon lens available that i can keep on my APS-C body most of the time. Canon recently just released lenses with good IQ so i hope the 35 IS is one of them. And hope its not so damn pricy!

 

[gmrza]

Re: EF 24-70 f/4L IS & EF 35 f/2 IS

What the point of having a 24-70 4L IS AND 24-105 4L IS in the line-up? Isn't it a no-brainer to just get the 105?

The point is probably to have a more affordable kit lens matched with the 6D. The 24-105 is too close in price to the 6D itself.

The only feature of this lens which doesn't look like pure marketing is the near macro magnification at the tele end.

 

[JR]

Re: EF 24-70 f/4L IS & EF 35 f/2 IS

Well, I am down for the EF 24-70 f/4L IS even though I just got the 24-70 II. I love the smaller and lighter package and IS for outside shooting. As for the 35mmf2 IS, well I will wait for the 35 1.4L II version if it ever come out. All the new IS prime (24, 28 and now 35) are really good but they still lack the contrast and color of the "L" series lenses...

Now CR guy, where is that high MP Canon camera so I can get rid of my D800 that barely focus in low light !

 

[Nassen0f]

Re: EF 24-70 f/4L IS & EF 35 f/2 IS

Please god, please dont let them be way overpriced!
I want the 24-70 to replace my ancient 28-135! i will Accept 7-800$ / €. Anything over that they can keep it in the parts bin...

 

[Viggo]

Re: EF 24-70 f/4L IS & EF 35 f/2 IS

The mag ratio of the 24-70 is pretty cool. My girlfriend only have the 100 L for food photography, she's always saying she wants a lens that can do a bit more, maybe this is the lens to swap the 100 L for...

 

[Nishi Drew]

Re: EF 24-70 f/4L IS & EF 35 f/2 IS

The 24-70 better be cheaper than Tamron's 2.8 VC equivalent, although I feel the Canon would be better weather sealed and the macro option is good. It just comes down to price, this thing will either be way over what anyone expects it to be at (canon mentality of "half" of 24-70 2.8?), or it will be so cheap people will buy it just because, like the pancake!

 

[Zv]

Re: EF 24-70 f/4L IS & EF 35 f/2 IS

Oh yeah, I can see myself owning both of these! The macro capabilities seals the deal over the 24-105 I was thinking of getting. Plus it's lighter and shorter. I have full confidence in Canon that the IQ will be superb. This is great news, though I was looking fwd to a new 50! Oh well!

 

[EchoLocation]

Re: EF 24-70 f/4L IS & EF 35 f/2 IS

i like the size of the 24-70 and the price isn't too bad. I hope the focal length is actually a little longer as admin has stated is a possibility.
The 24-105 I had was good, but not amazing, and it definitely wasn't too small. I think this lens might actually make some sense if it turns out to be sharper and have better colors than the 105.
However, for me personally, the reason i bought a DSLR was mainly because I wanted better low light performance..... Thus I recently sold my 24-105 and bought a 24-70.
I don't understand primes that aren't in the 1.4 or at least 1.8 range. Why would i want a $700 prime that is only f2? Can someone explain this to me? i'm still baffled by the 24 and 28mm 2.8's.... Why would I want one of these instead of something faster or a zoom? If they were under 400 dollars I wouldn't ask this question.

 

[Hillsilly]

Re: EF 24-70 f/4L IS & EF 35 f/2 IS

I would have a traded a bit of the long end for some more reach. But, hey, 24-70 is much better geared if using a crop body and probably a good overall consensus sweet spot. Can't wait to see how it compares at 24mm and 70mm.

 

[vlim]

Re: EF 24-70 f/4L IS & EF 35 f/2 IS

this new 24-70 is interesting and i may consider it but why no new 100-400 / 300 or 400 and where's the 200-400 :-[ :-[ :-[

 

[robbinzo]

Re: EF 24-70 f/4L IS & EF 35 f/2 IS

Interesting lenses. Presumably the 24-70mm f/4.0 will complement the 6D in weight and size. Should be a good kit lens for the 6D.
I've been thinking about getting the 35mm L for my crop sensor for a while. This new 35mm sounds ideal for me. If the 35mm f/2.0 has internal focusing, I'll be very happy.

 

[verysimplejason]

Re: EF 24-70 f/4L IS & EF 35 f/2 IS

if the 24-70 performs well, it will be a good walk-around lens for my upcoming full frame. I've got other prime lenses to take care of bokeh and low-light when needed.

 

[verysimplejason]

Re: EF 24-70 f/4L IS & EF 35 f/2 IS

i like the size of the 24-70 and the price isn't too bad. I hope the focal length is actually a little longer as admin has stated is a possibility.
The 24-105 I had was good, but not amazing, and it definitely wasn't too small. I think this lens might actually make some sense if it turns out to be sharper and have better colors than the 105.
However, for me personally, the reason i bought a DSLR was mainly because I wanted better low light performance..... Thus I recently sold my 24-105 and bought a 24-70.
I don't understand primes that aren't in the 1.4 or at least 1.8 range. Why would i want a $700 prime that is only f2? Can someone explain this to me? i'm still baffled by the 24 and 28mm 2.8's.... Why would I want one of these instead of something faster or a zoom? If they were under 400 dollars I wouldn't ask this question.

I think they were made for video...

 

[kilobit]

Re: EF 24-70 f/4L IS & EF 35 f/2 IS

The hybrid IS is very good for video.

Read what Vincent Laforet (canon ambassador and movie maker) has to say about the hybrid IS in the 100mm macro:

http://blog.vincentlaforet.com/mygear/lenses/ef-lenses/
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This is a stunning Macro lens. Incredibly sharp and stunning. BUT the REAL secret with this lens is that is is the only lens to date that has the new "hybrid" IS stabilization system – which is almost like having a built-in gyro. It’s the only lens that I can operate an HDDLSR 100% handheld – the Image Stabilization is stunning. I wish they would put this new system in EVERY upcoming Canon lens.
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So I guess they listened to him..

 

[RLPhoto]

Re: EF 24-70 f/4L IS & EF 35 f/2 IS

I have to admit, I'm glad to see the old 35mm f/2 to go away. It was a terrible lens.

If the 24-70L f/4 isn't cheaper than the 24-105L, I don't see it catching on.