Hasselblad XCD CPHB.00000718.01 55mm
Canon L RF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM
What Buyers Say
Hasselblad XCD CPHB.00000718.01 55mm
The Hasselblad XCD 55mm f/2.5 V lens receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its exceptional sharpness, solid metal build, and fast autofocus. Users praise its versatility for portraits and landscapes, though some note the secondary ring is not universally liked and one report mentions a fit issue. Overall, it is considered a worthy investment for medium-format photographers.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness and clarity
- Solid metal build with premium feel
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Versatile focal length for portraits and landscapes
- Compact and lightweight design
Cons
- Secondary ring not universally liked
- Fit issue reported (loose movement)
- Autofocus not significantly better than earlier lenses
- Not easy to purchase
Canon L RF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM
The Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L USM lens is widely praised for its exceptional sharpness, fast and silent autofocus, and robust build quality. Many users consider it a workhorse for sports, portraits, and low-light photography, though the lack of image stabilization is a notable drawback for some. A significant number of reviews highlight the lens's weight and the potential for focus inconsistencies, particularly with moving subjects. Concerns about Canon's support for older models and the tripod collar design also appear in negative feedback.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness and image quality
- Fast and silent autofocus (USM)
- Excellent for low-light photography
- Versatile for sports and portraits
- Robust build quality
Cons
- No image stabilization
- Heavy and bulky
- Tripod collar design issues
- Inconsistent autofocus with moving subjects
- Canon no longer supports repairs
Scores
Specifications
| Hasselblad XCD CPHB.00000718.01 55mm | Canon L RF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | standard | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 55 mm | 70 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 55 mm | 200 mm |
| Elements | 9 | 17 |
| Groups | 8 | 13 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3★ | 2 |
| ED Elements | 0 | 5★ |
| Coating | Aspherical | Air Sphere Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/32 | f/32 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.5 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Hasselblad X | Canon EF |
| Format | medium-format | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.37 kg★ | 1.07 kg |
| Filter Thread | 72 mm | 77 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | internal autofocus | USM★ |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 5 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 450 mm★ | 700 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:6.4★ | 0.3x |
Pros & Cons
Hasselblad XCD CPHB.00000718.01 55mm
- Strong build (79th percentile)
- Strong user sentiment (66th percentile)
- Strong optical (65th percentile)
- Below average aperture (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average bokeh (8th percentile)8th %ile
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Canon L RF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM
- Strong stabilization (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong optical (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong af (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Below average aperture (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average bokeh (8th percentile)8th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (32nd percentile)
- Below average macro (33rd percentile)
Pricing
Hasselblad XCD CPHB.00000718.01 55mm
Canon L RF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 64 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 22 specs.
