Canon Grey Lens
Dec 31, 2019 14:54:20 #
DocDav
Loc: IN
I don't need one. Actually I have all the lenses I ever need ( strange and probably not true ) but I am wondering, what the heck is so special about the Grey Colored lenses? I shoot a canon 90D and I know, or think I know, the grey lenses are full frame but otherwise, what the hell makes them so expensive? Better glass? More sharpness? Bigger Fstop? All the above or, is owning one like owning a Shelby GT that you are afraid to open wide for fear of the power? You don't see a Nat Geo photography with a black lens lying in the grass waiting on a lion? Or am I missing something?
Dec 31, 2019 15:01:56 #
They're 'white' as in The Great Whites. Other brand imitations might be confused as grey ....
Yes to most of your questions, as in: the most expensive, largest constant apertures for the lens focal length, Canon's premier AF systems and IS support, rugged professional build to last through a life-time of rigorous use in all types of weather, full-frame, titanium hoods for some models, cutting-edge design and performance for all models.
Yes to most of your questions, as in: the most expensive, largest constant apertures for the lens focal length, Canon's premier AF systems and IS support, rugged professional build to last through a life-time of rigorous use in all types of weather, full-frame, titanium hoods for some models, cutting-edge design and performance for all models.
Dec 31, 2019 15:02:27 #
Dec 31, 2019 15:09:25 #
DocDav
Loc: IN
I sort of figured the answer was going to be "all of the above". thanks. They still look Grey to me and yes, I have had my cataracts fixed a few years back. Ok, we can settle of "pearl or off white "
Jan 1, 2020 10:03:03 #
CHG_CANON wrote:
They're 'white' as in The Great Whites. Other brand imitations might be confused as grey ....
Yes to most of your questions, as in: the most expensive, largest constant apertures for the lens focal length, Canon's premier AF systems and IS support, rugged professional build to last through a life-time of rigorous use in all types of weather, full-frame, titanium hoods for some models, cutting-edge design and performance for all models.
Yes to most of your questions, as in: the most expensive, largest constant apertures for the lens focal length, Canon's premier AF systems and IS support, rugged professional build to last through a life-time of rigorous use in all types of weather, full-frame, titanium hoods for some models, cutting-edge design and performance for all models.
Add the comment, They are definitely meant to be used and NOT coddled.
Jan 1, 2020 10:47:00 #
DocDay, That which will impact you, and all of us using these L-series lens, is the glass. The sharpness cannot be beat. I even did a side-by-side experiment, at our St. Louis Zoo. Identical 5DII, identical focal length zoom, only one was L-series, and the other was regular. Then when I had the same shot up on my screen (27"wide), vertical line to separate, I asked my best friend who is an art major/expert, but a camera novice. "Do you see any difference?" was the questions, and within a microsecond, "yes, the sharpness on the left side of the screen.", which was the L-series lens. Cost more? yes! And can last a life time!
Jan 1, 2020 11:00:02 #
They are L lenses Not all L lenses are white The shorter focal length lenses are black. But all L glass have red stripes on the end. L stands for Luxury and Canon wants the white lenses to be instantly recognised.
Jan 1, 2020 11:06:34 #
I've always wondered, maybe one of you know. I wondered why, for example, the 24-105 L lens was black with the red stripe. Considering how many enjoy taking their camera in urban areas, perhaps capturing various street-scapes, the black colored lens might "low key" the type of lens, perhaps making it less of a theft target. Any ideas?
Jan 1, 2020 12:53:09 #
DocDav
Loc: IN
have to rush right out and buy one of each now? Either that, or save for the grandsons college. Thanks.
Jan 1, 2020 13:52:09 #
mwsilvers
Loc: Central New Jersey
DocDav wrote:
have to rush right out and buy one of each now? Either that, or save for the grandsons college. Thanks.
One always has to make those priority decisions with limited funds. Canon's L lenses, whether the white ones of the black ones, are built for professionals and well healed amateurs. They are Canon's highest quality optics with rugged and professional builds, and the prices reflect that. Most are completely weather sealed, including at the camera mount. Among my dozen or so lenses 3 are Canon L lenses and they are a joy to use.
Jan 1, 2020 13:52:46 #
Jan 2, 2020 00:55:20 #
mwsilvers wrote:
Duplicate
I have two Ls, the 24-105 and the 70-200 F4.
I 'spose I could use a longer one too but so far, so good!
Harry (Is there a 100-400 L?)
Jan 2, 2020 01:09:04 #
mwsilvers
Loc: Central New Jersey
Harry13 wrote:
I have two Ls, the 24-105 and the 70-200 F4.
I 'spose I could use a longer one too but so far, so good!
Harry (Is there a 100-400 L?)
I 'spose I could use a longer one too but so far, so good!
Harry (Is there a 100-400 L?)
Absolutely. The Canon EF 100-400mm F/4.5-5.6 L IS USM II is one of the most popular lenses made for wildlife and birding. It's normally $2200 but is currently on sale for the next few days for $1800 at authorized dealers like B&H.
Jan 2, 2020 08:04:42 #
DocDav
Loc: IN
Not that I need an L lens, I like the results I have now, but my take after reading is that it would make no difference in my pics on an ASP-C like mine, Canon 90 D
Jan 2, 2020 08:11:27 #
DocDav wrote:
Not that I need an L lens, I like the results I have now, but my take after reading is that it would make no difference in my pics on an ASP-C like mine, Canon 90 D
Once you get longer than 300mm, from Canon, there are only L-series options for lenses. But, at shorter focal lengths, there are many EF lenses equally as sharp as their L-series counterparts. They may not offer as wide maximum apertures and other differences, but the absence of red ring doesn't automatically resign a lens to 2nd / lower tier.
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