Canon EF 70-200F2.8L IS II USM Lens Review

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Canon EF 70-200F2.8L IS II USM Lens Review

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Mar 24, 2010

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On March 19th, 2010, Canon released the updated version of their famed workhorse, the EF 70-200mm F2.8L IS II USM lens. I have spent the last three days taking mine through its paces, and today I'm going to share my findings.

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Canon EF 70-200F2.8L IS II USM Lens Review

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