On Mon, 29 Jul 2002 Peter Kotsinadelis wrote: > Robert Meier wrote: (edited) I haven't owned the 100-400 ....
>The reason why I have chosen the 70-200 is because it is my opinion that it is more versatile then then 100-400. >I realized that I do not go over 200mm too often. Also since I use manual focus quite often I prefer to brighter viewfindero f the 2.8 over the slower lenses I have owned. >-------------------------------------------------------------- >Robert, You find the 70-200 more versatile yet have never owned a 100-400mm? Am interesting paradox. Your point of F2.8 is understood but if one were to shoot primarily at the F5.6-F11 range, the F2.8 does no good. Besides, with a 2X TC the 70-200mm is not as sharp as the 100-400mm at 400mm, so why do it? Peter K -------------------------------------------------------------- Hi Peter, Versatility can be more than focal length. I agree that 100-400 is a more versatile focal length than 70-200, but I think you'd also agree that f2.8 is a more versatile maximum aperture than f4.5/5.6. As always in this game what suits one person nicely is inevitable less than perfect (or even unsuitable) for others. Personally, I went for the 70-200 IS lens with a Tamron SP 1.4x converter. The Tamron convertor added relatively little to the overall cost, but at comparable quality to the OEM Canon 1.4x. Like Robert, I rarely shoot over 200mm, (I have owned longer lenses in the past) but I often shoot handheld in low lighting, so the f2.8 and IS are very useful (to me). Also good for portraits - even in brighter light! For me the equation worked in favour of the shorter, faster lens. From your posts you seem to make use of the longer focal lengths that the 100-400 offers, so it appears the best choice for you. Horses for courses. Regards Gary This mail has passed through an insecure network. All enquires should be directed to the message author. * **** ******* *********************************************************** * For list instructions, including unsubscribe, see: * http://www.a1.nl/phomepag/markerink/eos_list.htm ***********************************************************
