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Worth it's weight
- Reviewd on:
2008-11-23
By: Ryan
Regarding the suggestion that one instead get a 70-200 and extension tubes... yes, that would be more versatile than the macro alone, but I have a 70-200 and extension tubes, and they can't compare to the 180 macro.
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Canon telephoto 180 L series lens
- Reviewd on:
2008-06-18
By: J. A. Wells
It is great--exactly what I expected from the Canon L series. I used it on a recent trip to the Missouri River (Lewis & Clark) area and was extremely pleased.
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EF 180mm f/3.5L Macro Lens
- Reviewd on:
2008-05-21
By: C. Calder
The EF 180mm f/3.5L Macro lens captures amazing colors, and is the sharpest lens I have used. A tripod for close up photography is mandatory, although the two samples I supplied are hand held. I can't say enough about the images it produces, they are simply amazing.
I read all the reviews and researched this lens for months while I saved for it. Now that I have it and have used it I can say that this will soon be one of my favorite lenses. I own two other L series lenses, a EF 28-135mm and a EF 100-400mm zoom. All L lenses.The lens is large and a bit heavy but what do you expect? If you want good quality images, you must invest in good lenses. You won't go wrong with this lens. The results are worth the effort. I compose my shots to get the effect I want, so, I always focus manually before I auto focus. As a result, the slowness that some complain about doesn't bother me. It takes exceptional images inside and outside the macro range. This is a professional lens with look and feel of greatness. My lens came packed in the Canon carton with a lens hood, white Canon carrying case and shoulder strap. The carrying case cannon supplies with its lens are awesome. I always keep my lens stored in their cases when not is use.
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Good but could be better
- Reviewd on:
2008-03-29
By: Jack Lyons
Canon EF 180mm f3.5L Macro USM AutoFocus Telephoto Lens for Canon SLR CamerasThis is a very good lens, but has to cons that caused me to return it: (1)slow auto focus, and(2)No IS. I'll wait for Canon to come our with the next version.
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An Outstaning Piece of Glass
- Reviewd on:
2007-09-24
By: Michael Bullis
I read all the reviews and researched this lens for almost 3 months while I saved for it. Now that I have it and have used it I can say that this will soon be one of my favorite lenses. I own two other L series lenses, a 17-40 f4 (outstanding lens, especially for the price) and a 70-200 f2.8.
This 180 f/3.5 captures amazing colors, and is the sharpest lens I have used. At 1:1 @ 3.5, simply breathing will change the focal point of your subject, so a tripod for this type of photography is mandatory. I can't say enough about the images it produces, they are simply amazing.
That being said, the lens is a beast. It is the only reason I could not give it 5 stars. I fully understand why it weighs as much as it does, but still it's a bit tough to carry around for a day. The results are worth the effort though. It's a bit slower to auto-focus (then my 70-200 2.8), but I'm finding that focusing manually while shooting macro gives superior results - so this isn't such a big deal. It takes exceptional images outside the "up close" rage too. I've taken some really nice pictures with it as a 180mm lens.
Additionally it looks great. Superior build and finish. Looks fantastic in black.
Overall, I'm extremely pleased with it. I highly recommend it to anyone seeking macro photography.
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