Canon L EF 70-200mm f/4L IS II USM
Meike 35mm f/1.4 35mm
What Buyers Say
Canon L EF 70-200mm f/4L IS II USM
The Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS II USM is widely praised for its exceptional sharpness, lightweight design, and effective image stabilization. Users consistently highlight the lens's superb image quality, fast autofocus, and excellent value compared to the heavier f/2.8 version. A few criticisms include the lack of an included tripod collar and some reports of IS noise or autofocus issues in low light. Overall, it is considered a top-tier telephoto zoom for enthusiasts and professionals who prioritize portability.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness across zoom range
- Lightweight and portable design
- Effective 5-stop image stabilization
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Excellent image quality and color
Cons
- Tripod collar not included
- IS noise in some units
- Autofocus issues in low light
- No teleconverter compatibility
- High price point
Meike 35mm f/1.4 35mm
This manual lens is a fantastic budget option for Fuji X and Canon M mount users, praised for its solid metal build and sharpness at a very low price. Reviewers love the fun shooting experience and bokeh, though some note the optics are not top-tier and require practice. It's widely recommended as a great starter lens for hobbyists.
Pros
- Solid metal build quality
- Very affordable price
- Sharp images wide open
- Fun shooting experience
- Good bokeh
Cons
- Manual focus only
- Optics not top-tier
- Requires practice to use
- Not compatible with many Canon DSLRs
Scores
Specifications
| Canon L EF 70-200mm f/4L IS II USM | Meike 35mm f/1.4 35mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 70 mm | 35 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 200 mm | 35 mm |
| Elements | 16 | 8 |
| Groups | 15 | 5 |
| Aspherical Elements | 0★ | — |
| ED Elements | 2★ | — |
| Coating | Super Spectra Coating | Multi-Layer Nano Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/32 | f/16 |
| Min Aperture | f/4 | f/1.4 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9★ | — |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon EF | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame★ | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.78 kg | 0.22 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 77 mm | 49 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | USM★ | manual focus only |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 5 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 600 mm | 400 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.28x★ | — |
Pros & Cons
Canon L EF 70-200mm f/4L IS II USM
- Strong stabilization (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong social proof (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong af (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong optical (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average aperture (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average bokeh (8th percentile)8th %ile
Meike 35mm f/1.4 35mm
- Strong build (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Below average af (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average bokeh (30th percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
Canon L EF 70-200mm f/4L IS II USM
No current pricing available
Meike 35mm f/1.4 35mm
Verdict
Scores 71 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 10 of 22 specs.
