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Help - 55-200 vs 56 1.2

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Phil BH Senior Member • Posts: 1,043
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brownie314 wrote:

well - I think of the 55-200 as the analog to Canon (or Nikon) 70-200 f/4 lenses. The f/2.8 zooms were the pro lenses - but the f/4 versions were just as sharp - just missing the range from f/ 2.8 - 4.

Actually, before the redesign of the 2.8 model, the Canon 70-200 f/4 L IS was the sharper of the two. I have had my f/4 L for 16 years.

I bought my wife the 55-200 and it is truly a wonderful lens. The choice between the two on your radar is difficult since they are two completely different lenses for completely different tasks. Thanks being said, as long as you like zooms, and aren't looking to go to just prime lenses, you already have 50mm covered. If you think you want to have a longer lens, the 50-200 would be a great choice. I use all prime lenses, but I love the 50-200.

Phil

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