Canon EF70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM +2x III

Canon

Canon EF70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM +2x III

📏 70-200mm 💡 f/5.6 🔌 Canon EF Mount 🔍 Zoom ⚖️ 1490g 📷 IS 🌧️ Sealed

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📖 Overview

The Canon EF70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM +2x III is a professional telephoto zoom bundled with a 2x teleconverter, extending its reach significantly. It is suitable for wildlife and sports photography where maximum reach is needed. The teleconverter reduces the effective aperture to f/5.6, impacting low-light performance and subject isolation.

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📋 Specifications

Focal Length 70-200mm
Max Aperture f/5.6
Min Aperture f/64
Lens Type Zoom
Mount Canon EF
AF Motor Ring USM
Image Stabilization Yes
Autofocus Yes
Weather Sealed Yes
Min Focus Distance 120.0 cm
Max Magnification 0.42x
Elements / Groups 23 elements in 19 groups
Aperture Blades 8
Filter Diameter 77mm
Weight 1490g
Dimensions 88.8 x 199.0mm
Release Year 2010

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🖼️ Sample Photos

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