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Nikon Wins European Professional Lens with 2 lenses
Both the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 14-24mm and Nikon AF-S 24-70mm f/2.8 G ED lenses have won the EISA Professional lens for 2008-2009.
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The EF17-40mm f/4L USM was developed as high-end version of the highly acclaimed EF20-35mm f/3.5-4.5 USM lens released in March 1993. Designed for use by professional and amateur users alike, this lens realizes the outstanding image Resolution that distinguishes an L-series lens while retaining high cost performance. Featuring a new optical system design, the new lens delivers an expanded zoom range of 17-40mm, with the wide-angle-end 17mm Focal length making it ideally suited to digital photography.
The EF17-40mm f/4L USM utilizes a combination of one high-precision molded glass Aspherical lens and two replica aspherical lenses to achieve the extended zoom range, while also correcting for a variety of aberrations that arise during zooming. Moreover, a Super UD (ultra-low Dispersion) glass element minimizes the Chromatic aberration of magnification that tends to occur with wide-angle lenses, eliminating color bleed along the edges of the subject and realizing high image Contrast and resolution.
The 17 mm focal length achieved by the EF17-40mm f/4L USM lens also extends wide-angle shooting potential when paired with digital AF SLR cameras, such as the high-end amateur-model EOS 10D , which have smaller imaging areas than 35 mm film. Taking into account the smaller angles of view that result, the new lens realizes a focal range equivalent to 27-64mm in the 35mm format (or 1.6 times) when paired with EOS 10D.
Moreover, the power of the focusing lens group has been increased to allow a minimum focusing distance of just 0.28 meters throughout the entire zoom range. The EF17-40mm f/4L USM also features a circular diaphragm for improved background Blur, and utilizes only lead-free glass optics in consideration of the environment.The new lens features a hardy water- and dust-resistant construction,ensuring professional users unfailing performance under even the most grueling of conditions.
No plastic grinding against plastic when you focus this thing. Feels just like my Fujinon lens I use on my TV news camera. Pro gear. Want some? Pay up.
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Great Lens, Sunday, 06 July 2008
Overall rating (weighted)
5.0
Sharpness
5.0
Build Quality
5.0
AF Speed
5.0
Value for Money
5.0
I bought this with my Canon 30D. This is a great lens and L series is the best. I have mostly L lens because the quality is worth the money.
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Great on full frame, average on crop bodies, Saturday, 05 July 2008
Overall rating (weighted)
2.3
Sharpness
2.0
Build Quality
2.0
AF Speed
2.0
Value for Money
3.0
This is a good lens, but it's certainly not great. Along with all other L-series lenses, it's more durable, weather resistant, doesn't rotate the front element. It has a virtually silent focusing motor which is a pleasure to use. The lens is light, feels solid.
But as far as quality is concerned, it's average. On a full-frame camera, such as the 1Ds or the 5D, the corners are much sharper than that of a 28-135, for example. But on a cropped-sensor camera such as the 40D or the XTi, you will not see almost any difference in quality between this and the 18-55mm kit lens. I've tried, you just can't. If you're trying to stay on a budget, look into the cheaper EF-S, Sigma or Tokina alternatives.
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newest most used glass!, Thursday, 03 July 2008
Overall rating (weighted)
5.0
Sharpness
5.0
Build Quality
5.0
AF Speed
5.0
Value for Money
5.0
this lightweight little wonder is always on my camera, i really hardly ever take it off...i do however, find the hood a Bit...much, that being said the feel and operation is obviously that of an 'L' lense
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AMAZING, Friday, 27 June 2008
Overall rating (weighted)
4.5
Sharpness
4.0
Build Quality
4.0
AF Speed
5.0
Value for Money
5.0
I bought this product for my sons graduation. He absolutely loves it!! He had wanted it for a long time and he said it was worth waiting for. Thanks for the great service also.
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I'm happy., Tuesday, 27 May 2008
Overall rating (weighted)
3.8
Sharpness
3.0
Build Quality
3.0
AF Speed
5.0
Value for Money
4.0
I debated for quite a while between this lens and the 17-55 f/2.8 EF-S IS. I'm still drooling over that lens, but what it came down to in the end was my plan to upgrade to the 5D when, and if the Mark II is released. Of course, the other lens that could have made the decision even more difficult is the 16-35 f/2.8L, but it was way out of my price range.
I'm happy with my choice. The lens is well built and sharp. If I have any complaints it would be CA. This lens does tend to show a bit of color fringing, but nothing and extra five seconds in raw processing can't fix. So I guess that point is moot.
Overall, this is a good lens. Well worth the money. Especially at this price.
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Fantastic Lens., Saturday, 24 May 2008
Overall rating (weighted)
4.5
Sharpness
4.0
Build Quality
5.0
AF Speed
5.0
Value for Money
4.0
This is my first L lens, and i am very happy to own this. sharp pictures, Light weight. I have now ordered another 70-200 F4L after seeing, how good the L lenses are.
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Good lens, typical L quality, Tuesday, 20 May 2008
Overall rating (weighted)
4.8
Sharpness
4.0
Build Quality
5.0
AF Speed
5.0
Value for Money
5.0
It's a great lens and a good value in the L lens category. Once you have an L lens it's hard to settle for less and this is no exception.
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Love it, Sunday, 11 May 2008
Overall rating (weighted)
4.8
Sharpness
5.0
Build Quality
5.0
AF Speed
4.0
Value for Money
5.0
Got this to go with my 5d. Great lens, sharp as a tack for a wide angle zoom. Very quiet motor and fast focus for a wide zoom. Love it as a beach walk around lens.
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canon EF 71-40mm f/4l lense, Sunday, 20 April 2008
Overall rating (weighted)
4.8
Sharpness
5.0
Build Quality
5.0
AF Speed
4.0
Value for Money
5.0
THIS IS ONE GREAT LENS ,VERY SHARP WITH GOOD CONTRAST ,FUN TO USE AND GREAT RESULTS .I HIGHLY RECOMMEND IT .
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nice lens, Saturday, 19 April 2008
Overall rating (weighted)
4.8
Sharpness
5.0
Build Quality
5.0
AF Speed
4.0
Value for Money
5.0
This is a nice lens. It should be for it's cost but it's an "L" so that is expected. I almost only buy "L" lens anymore because they are so good. I don't get as many as I used to but quality has it's price. I have been a Canon user for 35+ years and they are better than ever.
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The Workhorse Of My Bag, Tuesday, 08 April 2008
Overall rating (weighted)
5.0
Sharpness
5.0
Build Quality
5.0
AF Speed
5.0
Value for Money
5.0
This lens is truly the workhorse of my camera bag. When I am out doing any kind of landscape or nature photography this lens is most of the time the lens on my camera. I have to say I have made my best photographs with this lens. I guess the 16-35 is a good lens it is a faster lens thats for sure but I rarely if ever shoot wide open when I am using wide angle lens and have never felt the need for a 2.8 apeture. For the difference in price unless there is some very specific reason I don't see why anyone would spend twice the money on a 16-35mm lens when for the half the price you can get a lens of very close or equal quality. I highly recomend this lens.
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Canon EF 17-40 L-series lens, Monday, 07 April 2008
Overall rating (weighted)
4.5
Sharpness
4.0
Build Quality
5.0
AF Speed
4.0
Value for Money
5.0
An incredibly sharp lens. I have used Canon lenses for years, but this is the first time I,ve ever used one of the L-series lenses. I am completely sold on these lenses, and will never buy anything but the L-series from now on.
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Walkaround for 40D, Friday, 28 March 2008
Overall rating (weighted)
4.8
Sharpness
5.0
Build Quality
5.0
AF Speed
5.0
Value for Money
4.0
I like many others who got their hands on a 40D considered the 28-135 for a walkaround lens. As good a lens as that is, I decided instead to opt for my first L lens - the 17-40. As soon as I had a chance to review my first photos I knew I had made the right decision. My 17-40 is incredibly sharp, the bokeh at f4 is excellent, and the colors are perfect. Obviously I lose a lot of range on the long end but gain quite a bit on the wide end. I have found it to be a good combination with the 430EX flash for inside photos (watch the white balance). Outside, it is my everyday choice for walking around, sometimes requiring me to move physically closer to subjects (that is a good thing). The 17-40 also means that my next "L" purchase will be the 70-200 f4, 70-200 f4 IS, or the near perfect 135. One of those, combined with the 17-40 and 50 1.4 will meet almost all of my needs. The 17-40 is a wonderful lens and well worth the investment, especially if you are an amateur lucky enough to have a 40D.
