Bryan at The-Digital-Picture has completed his review of Canon's brand new EF 35mm f/1.4L II lens. This lens is the first to feature Canon's latest lens technology, the Blue Spectrum Refractive (BR) element.
From the review:
I love it when my expectations are exceeded and when Canon formally announced this lens, the theoretical MTF chart did just that. My expectations, set in part by the 24 L II vs 24 L I differences, were for a modest bump in performance. But, in this case, my next step was to check the bank account for available funds. With the bank account gasping for breath (thanks to the 5Ds R bodies recently arriving), Tony's suggestion in the comments of the announcement post appeared to be a really good one: hold a bake sale! With the lens in hand and meeting my elevated expectations, I have a more serious decision to make as the really impressive wide open image quality this lens is delivering is refuelling my love with 35mm f/1.4. Read the full review…
Canon EF 35 f/1.4L II $1799: B&H Photo | Adorama | Amazon