Canon Lens Review: Canon 24-70mm f/4L IS Hands-on Review

11 years 3 months ago - 11 years 3 months ago #270925 by PhotographyTalk
In this clip the folks with 'DigitalRev' bring to a hands on review of Canon's 24-70mm f/4 L IS lens and compares to the 24-105mm f/4L IS and the Canon 24-70mm f/2.8L II.

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Canon 24-70mm Features
  • L-Series standard zoom lens delivers superb image quality in a compact, lightweight design.
  • 2 aspheric and 2 UD lens elements for high image quality throughout the entire zoom range.
  • Full macro shooting mode with up to 0.7x magnification, easily accessible with aone touch switch at the extreme telephoto end.
  • Image stabilization effective up to 4 shutter speed stops and Hybrid IS compensates for both angular and shift types of camera shake for macro shooting.
  • Resistant to dust and water, enabling shooting even in harsh and rigorous conditions.
  • Circular diaphragm (9 blades) delivers beautiful, soft backgrounds.
  • Inner focusing and ring USM for silent, fast autofocusing.
  • Fluorine coating on front and rear lens surfaces reduces smears and fingerprints.
  • Minimum focusing distance of 1.25 ft. / 0.38m across the entire zoom range (excluding macro).



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11 years 3 months ago #270967 by Mayo
These guys video's are always funny. Good to see Canon is coming out with more affordable lenses.

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11 years 3 months ago #273111 by CanonKid
I'd go with the f/2.8. This is a good lens, but I'd want the extra speed.

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