The Canon 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 IS USM Mark II has been worth waiting for, now with unrivalled all-round telezoom versatility. It rates best in class for sharpness, AF performance, image stabilization, close focusing and build quality. Canon has done a very thorough job and it's still good value, too.

Sports , wildlife and nature. Candids, and studio portraiture too at shorter focal lengths.;

Situations when only f/2.8 will do, or being discreet;

This is an outstanding lens - definitely one of Canon's greatest. It also seems well priced in comparison to Canon's other super telephoto lens options.I've been using it professionally for over a year now.

Sharpness; macro capability; fast autofocus; build quality; image stabiliser; price

5.6 at 400mm

Initially, I was hesitant to upgrade from my Canon EF 100 - 400mm IS I to the ISII. After all, I had taken some great photos with the original lens. My primary use of this lens is wildlife photography, for which this lens offers a practical alternative for those who cannot afford the 'big guns'.

Given its substantial cost, it took me a long time to decide to buy this lens. I'm so glad I did. It has lived up to and surpassed all my expectations. The lens is super sharp of course, but it's the image stabilisation and focus speed that make it a joy to use.

This lens is just awesome..super happy, image quality is mind blowing.

This is a great lens. When I borrowed on my son told me, "These are the best freakin pictures you have ever taken." The next day I purchased one from Digital Goja through Amazon. The questions I had were answered quickly. All the products arrived as promised.

This is my second 100-400 lens. I absolutely love the new version even more than the previous one I bought about about 15 years ago. This is my go-to lens for sports photography. I can use it sitting in the stands and I always get great shots.

Sharp Portable

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Newest of the new design of the 100-400 from Canon. Twist focus and new 3 level stability.

Flawless Finish; New Design Tripod Mount; twist zoom; Unparelled Clearity

Weight

Lens was well worth the wait. Pictures are sharp and clear. Full frame and vary, vary fast focus. Works well with Canon's 1.4 converter.

This is an excellent lens and a wonderful alternative to the very expensive primes in this focal length. Focus drifts a little but it may be my camera settings are not optimal for the lens