Introducing the Canon EF 100-400 f/4.5-5.6L IS II

[serendipidy]

Re: Introducing the Canon EF 100-400 f/4.5-5.6L IS II

HAPPY BIRTHDAY to me...HAPPY BIRTHDAY to me ;D ;D ;D

 

[sagittariansrock]

Re: Introducing the Canon EF 100-400 f/4.5-5.6L IS II

Hello All,

Few points unclear in the CR description:

1. lens is equipped with a new inner focusing AF system ???

2. Customizable zoom performance??

3. What about the Zoom? There is no mention about whether there is barrel extension or not and if so what would be teh final length?

Can experts clarify....

Re: The barrel does extend on zoom, but can't tell you what the maximum extended length is.

At last! At this price, I'll be on the preorder list as soon as B&H lists it. I was on the fence about the v1 model, and there's no way the v2 won't be significantly better in terms of optical performance.

I actually like the fact that it's a bit heavier than the v1 ... speaks to the quality of the optics in the system.

Now, please ship before Christmas!

Thanks Jon...

ANy view on 'Customizable zoom performance??'

I think this is what it is: there is a tightening ring, so you can decide if you want quick but less precise zooming or slower and more precise zooming action.

 

[Besisika]

Re: Introducing the Canon EF 100-400 f/4.5-5.6L IS II

Long live the unicorn!
Let the "shy lizard" shooting begin (0.98m mfd, .31x m mag)!
Summer will be fun in Canada!

 

[sagittariansrock]

Re: Introducing the Canon EF 100-400 f/4.5-5.6L IS II

now the 400F5.6....... please.....

You might not need it, if this is good enough

 

[sagittariansrock]

Re: Introducing the Canon EF 100-400 f/4.5-5.6L IS II

No mention of TC compatibility, but I'm guessing the Canon TCs will mount and work.

That was my initial worry when I thought this looked shorter. It isn't though, so I think all is well.
Looks like the lens will be released just in time for me to buy it refurbished with discount for $ 1500 for the 2016 spring birding season

 

[JPAZ]

Re: Introducing the Canon EF 100-400 f/4.5-5.6L IS II

I'd say the critical unknown is whether we can use Canon TC's and there is no mention one way or the other. Interesting that it is just a bit heavier and longer than the old "push-pull" but better optics at this price is very enticing.

 

[KeithBreazeal]

Re: Introducing the Canon EF 100-400 f/4.5-5.6L IS II

This is the second lens in a few weeks to cost LESS than expected - the other being the 400 DO MkII. What's happening??

This is to make Nikon users bang their head against the wall.

 

[ahsanford]

Re: Introducing the Canon EF 100-400 f/4.5-5.6L IS II

So this lens can use the 1.4 and 2.0 TC?

1.4x = I would assume so, but it is not confirmed.

2.0x = I assume it will fit but your AF won't work. MF only. If I understand correctly, your effective max aperture with a 2x will be too narrow for the AF system, at least it will be until Canon offers an F/11 AF point on a body (someday).

- A

 

[brad-man]

Re: Introducing the Canon EF 100-400 f/4.5-5.6L IS II

I think the optical performance specs will be a significant improvement. What would be the point of a new version if it weren't? Just saying.

My copy of v1 is quite sharp. I doubt the new one will be significantly sharper (perhaps I have a particularly good copy). What it will have is greatly improved IS, lens coatings and (hopefully) weather resistance. The slotted hood for filters is also intriguing. Though I'm not particularly interested in upgrading, I will keep an open mind.

 

[Monchoon]

Re: Introducing the Canon EF 100-400 f/4.5-5.6L IS II

This is the second lens in a few weeks to cost LESS than expected - the other being the 400 DO MkII. What's happening??

Competition.

And what's wrong with that?

 

[Lee Jay]

Re: Introducing the Canon EF 100-400 f/4.5-5.6L IS II

So this lens can use the 1.4 and 2.0 TC?

1.4x = I would assume so, but it is not confirmed.

2.0x = I assume it will fit but your AF won't work. MF only.

Or live view/dual pixel.

 

[KeithBreazeal]

Re: Introducing the Canon EF 100-400 f/4.5-5.6L IS II

I think the optical performance specs will be a significant improvement. What would be the point of a new version if it weren't? Just saying.

My copy of v1 is quite sharp. I doubt the new one will be significantly sharper (perhaps I have a particularly good copy). What it will have is greatly improved IS, lens coatings and (hopefully) weather resistance. The slotted hood for filters is also intriguing. Though I'm not particularly interested in upgrading, I will keep an open mind.

My lens is quite good and others have noticed the fact. I think it's more about techniques and lighting. This is at f6.3 ISO 200 on a 5D III (click on the photo for a larger size)

F-22 Raptor afterburner turn © Keith Breazeal by Keith Breazeal Photography, on Flickr

 

[LetTheRightLensIn]

Re: Introducing the Canon EF 100-400 f/4.5-5.6L IS II

Hello All,

Few points unclear in the CR description:

1. lens is equipped with a new inner focusing AF system ???

The front doesn't rotate or extend when you focus and the focusing elements are closer to the rear of the lens than the front or middle.

2. Customizable zoom performance??

The tension on the zooming can be adjusted.

3. What about the Zoom? There is no mention about whether there is barrel extension or not and if so what would be teh final length?

There is extension and it's very considerable.

 

[LetTheRightLensIn]

Re: Introducing the Canon EF 100-400 f/4.5-5.6L IS II

Hmm I wonder when Canon will announce it officially?

11th

 

[Loswr]

Re: Introducing the Canon EF 100-400 f/4.5-5.6L IS II

Nice lens! At this point, my $2200 is going to the TS-E 17mm, though.

 

[Loswr]

Re: Introducing the Canon EF 100-400 f/4.5-5.6L IS II

Hello All,

Few points unclear in the CR description:

1. lens is equipped with a new inner focusing AF system ???

The front doesn't rotate or extend when you focus and the focusing elements are closer to the rear of the lens than the front or middle.

The current 100-400 is inner focusing. What's unclear from the CR post and your 'answer' is what makes it new.

 

[serendipidy]

Re: Introducing the Canon EF 100-400 f/4.5-5.6L IS II

This is the second lens in a few weeks to cost LESS than expected - the other being the 400 DO MkII. What's happening??

This is to make Nikon users bang their head against the wall.

;D ;D ;D

 

[Sabaki]

Re: Introducing the Canon EF 100-400 f/4.5-5.6L IS II

So we expect the newer lens to be sharper but should we expect better contrast and less fringing?

I'm also keen to hear whether the performance at 400mm will be as good as every other millimeter on the lens.

Maybe it'll have 4x the weather sealing of the mark 1 ;D

 

[serendipidy]

Re: Introducing the Canon EF 100-400 f/4.5-5.6L IS II

I think the optical performance specs will be a significant improvement. What would be the point of a new version if it weren't? Just saying.

My copy of v1 is quite sharp. I doubt the new one will be significantly sharper (perhaps I have a particularly good copy). What it will have is greatly improved IS, lens coatings and (hopefully) weather resistance. The slotted hood for filters is also intriguing. Though I'm not particularly interested in upgrading, I will keep an open mind.

My lens is quite good and others have noticed the fact. I think it's more about techniques and lighting. This is at f6.3 ISO 200 on a 5D III (click on the photo for a larger size)

F-22 Raptor afterburner turn © Keith Breazeal by Keith Breazeal Photography, on Flickr

Wow! Fantastic shot Keith 8)

 

[ahsanford]

Re: Introducing the Canon EF 100-400 f/4.5-5.6L IS II

I'm also keen to hear whether the performance at 400mm will be as good as every other millimeter on the lens.

I often wonder if some people actually skip the 100-399mm focal lengths on the lens and just use the 100-400 as a collapsible 400 prime.

(Thankfully, I am not afflicted with the reach addiction many CR forum dwellers have. I have little desire to buy this thing, slap a 2x on it and then put it on a crop body. But I do like Canon putting out better options for us.)

- A