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07/24/2007 01:55:32 AM · #1 |
| So I am looking at a Canon 70-200 f/4L for 500 bucks. Is this a good deal at all? I have not done a ton of research and I dont have the time to so I figured I would ask the people that know the best. |
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07/24/2007 02:07:36 AM · #2 |
If it's new, that's a great deal. If it's used, it's still not bad if the lens is in very good condition. You can probably do better looking on Craigslist in a large metropolitan area. That's a very nice lens, so I'm sure you'll like it!
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07/24/2007 02:07:40 AM · #3 |
That would depend on if it's the IS lens or not. You can buy the non-IS at B&H for $579.95 brand new. The IS however is over $1000.
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07/24/2007 02:09:43 AM · #4 |
Good point, Linda. I assumed it was the non-IS lens.
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07/24/2007 11:54:30 AM · #5 |
heh, yea it is the non-is version.
Oh and this IS on a craigslist in Minneapolis :)
Message edited by author 2007-07-24 11:54:56. |
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07/24/2007 01:22:35 PM · #6 |
In San Francisco, I think those usually sell for about $20-30 less on Craigslist. Not a huge difference, but you might see if you can haggle a bit. Or here's an option if you don't mind a refurbished lens:
//www.adorama.com/CA702004AFUR.html?searchinfo=canon%2070-200&item_no=7
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07/24/2007 03:06:43 PM · #7 |
Brandnew 70-200 f/4L from Beachcamera is only $569, it's free shipping and no tax if you're outside of New Jersey. I think with $69 more you'll get a brand new lens with the 1 year Canon Warranty. Should your lens have any problem, it's easier for you to deal with Canon Customer Service since you bought the lens new and from a Canon Authorized Dealer.
//www.beachcamera.com/shop/product.aspx?sku=CN70200F4L
Good luck
Nathan |
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07/25/2007 03:33:11 PM · #8 |
| I am thinking about shooting some sports events and have been looking at the aforementioned lens and a Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM for $400. Which one would you guys choose? |
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07/25/2007 03:34:10 PM · #9 |
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07/25/2007 03:35:27 PM · #10 |
Originally posted by routerguy666:
The F4L. |
Ditto...I just got mine and I couldn't love it more. Minneapolis huh? It's a nice place.
By the way, I got mine for $440 in fabulous condition. For $500 you might as well go new.
Message edited by author 2007-07-25 15:36:40.
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07/25/2007 03:38:03 PM · #11 |
Get the L.
Be careful though. The red ring is addicting. |
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07/25/2007 04:05:01 PM · #12 |
Originally posted by SouthCoastOr3gon:
Get the L.
Be careful though. The red ring is addicting. |
It IS addicting, but the image quality is just that much better. I had the f4 and it really is a wicked little lens. I ended up with a 2.8 just because I shoot more indoors than out.
Mmmmmm......... LLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLL..........
*Drool*
ETA: If you can get it for 560(ish) new, then don't bother waiting around for a deal on a used one. I bought and sold mine for 525 and it only had one little pen mark on it.
Message edited by author 2007-07-25 16:06:27. |
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