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Canon 100-400 L i vs ii

Started May 4, 2016 | Discussions thread
George Spencer Senior Member • Posts: 1,079
Re: Better minimum focus distance and IS

Version 1 is a very good lens.  I used it for 12 years.  I did not care for the push/pull way to change focal length but I got used to it.

Version 2 is a better lens IMHO.  You change focal length conventionally with the 100-400II.  The 100-400II focuses as quickly as any Canon lens that I have . . . especially on my 7DII.  The pictures that I get are sharp and the color is good.

You won't go wrong with either lens.  I just gave Version 1 to my son.  He will get some good use out of it.

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