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Canon 400mm f/5.6L. My impressions

Started Nov 7, 2010 | Discussions thread
Scales USA Veteran Member • Posts: 3,121
Re: Canon 400mm f/5.6L. My impressions

Yes, I had a very sharp 400mm f/5.6, but it required a lot of careful support and a fast shutter to realize its capabilities. I also have a 100-400mmL. I have been able to get usable 400mm images handheld at 1/25 sec, and regularly use it at 1/125 sec.

So, while it is not as sharp as the 400mm 5.6 in absolute terms, in the field, handheld, where light availability is a issue, it works much better. I was actually surprised to find that the older IS works so well.

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