New 24-70 F2.8L, lens code UX05**

[Porky88]

Looking like the upgrade 24-70 F2.8L MkII is still just rumours.
Cos just saw a UX05** at one of the shops. So production is still ongoing.

[Shin Howard]

That's kind of sad. Was hoping for that they replace a new model with IS.

[Garion]

Originally Posted by Shin Howard That's kind of sad. Was hoping for that they replace a new model with IS.

I saw ur sig and seeing ur comments...well...its kinda ironic isn't it?

[ditikolon]

Originally Posted by Garion I saw ur sig and seeing ur comments...well...its kinda ironic isn't it?

HEH!

[unseenshadows]

Nice one. Plus if it had IS its price would probably shoot through the roof.

[Shin Howard]

Originally Posted by Garion I saw ur sig and seeing ur comments...well...its kinda ironic isn't it?

Guess I'm a spoilt brat.

Or am I actually waiting for the new to release then the old to drop price...?

[2evans]

Originally Posted by Shin Howard Guess I'm a spoilt brat. Or am I actually waiting for the new to release then the old to drop price...?

It would probably be similar to cars... all the new technology is cool, i.e. automatic in a traffic jam, awd in the rain or snow, but it's also nice to drive a stick shift and hammer it up and down the gears as you go through a twisty road. (All within the speed limit of course)

[jeremyteocx]

Originally Posted by unseenshadows Nice one. Plus if it had IS its price would probably shoot through the roof.

if it had IS, im not that concerned bout the price shooting through the roof ... im instead looking forward to the normal 24-70 f2.8 price to drop a little

[charlesleong]

Originally Posted by unseenshadows Nice one. Plus if it had IS its price would probably shoot through the roof.

and weight too...

[iMac08]

u can count in e 35L too.i just got a ux code too at TK.

[Snoweagle]

There was a rumour some time back that the current 24-70 f/2.8L will be replaced by the 24-85 f/2.8L IS. I suppose it's still a rumour. But if it's true, it'll be one of the ultimate FF lenses to have.

[nuanda]

Does one really need IS at 70mm?

not to mention, 24-70 already heavy and dear as it stands.

as for 24-85 rumour, will Canon issue something that overlaps with the 70-200 range (ie in the 70 to 85 portion)?

[jeremyteocx]

Originally Posted by nuanda Does one really need IS at 70mm? not to mention, 24-70 already heavy and dear as it stands. as for 24-85 rumour, will Canon issue something that overlaps with the 70-200 range (ie in the 70 to 85 portion)?

IS is useful for any focal length. who knows it may come in handy in a tricky lighting situation ...

and to answer your question, yes Canon will. if u want to see it from the point of view of overlaps, then isnt the rather new 24-105 an overlap? i guess because u'r holding the mentality of having the 24-70 alongside the 70-200 as a power combo, thats why u see it as an overlap. where as there are still many photogs out there who will appreciate the additional 70-85 range if for example they prefer primes in their collections, e.g. a 24-85 with a 135 f2?

[iMac08]

doesn't hurt to have IS. the 24-105 is good just that is an f4. if it is couple with f2.8 i think it is a lens to get man.

maybe the upgrade will come after the economy crisis...

[koljaho]

for those that are reading this thread. Please do not rush to buy when it is out if not the prices will not only be raised but SOAR! Demand and supply....... Oh well, I think nobody gotta listen to me . Is just so natural for us to rush! haha.

[KHC]

If there are release of EF 24-70 F2.8 IS.
Do you really buy it ???

Present EF 24-70 F2.8 USM SRP $2699.
For the EF 24-70 F2.8 IS may in the range of $3.6-3.8K,Base on the price estimate from 70-200 F4 and 70-200 F4 IS price difference. The IS module may cost ard $0.9-1K.
Weight may be 1.5-1.7kg or same kind of weight of 70-200 F2.8 IS.
solid lens.....
neck pain for long period of snapping...........

Wish It can be materilize.......

[Kit]

I just heard a rumour. The 24-70 f/2.8 will be discontinued after the UX05** batch runs out.

[nuanda]

Originally Posted by jeremyteocx IS is useful for any focal length. who knows it may come in handy in a tricky lighting situation ... and to answer your question, yes Canon will. if u want to see it from the point of view of overlaps, then isn't the rather new 24-105 an overlap? i guess because u'r holding the mentality of having the 24-70 alongside the 70-200 as a power combo, thats why u see it as an overlap. where as there are still many photogs out there who will appreciate the additional 70-85 range if for example they prefer primes in their collections, e.g. a 24-85 with a 135 f2?

I certainty see your point.

Given how Canon positions their lenses, it seems to me that

1. shorter lenses don't come with IS. The L primes don't get it until they hit 300mm. the shortest zoom that gets it is the 24-105 L, the focus being on the 105 end.

2. 24-70 replaced the 28-70 => is there any compelling reason why Canon would deviate from the 24/28-70 range?

3. yes, there is the 24-105 but that is an entry level L f4. It sort of stands alone as the 'professional kit lens'. Compare that with the 24-70 and 70-200 combo which as far as I can see is designed with 70mm as the cut-off point between the 2 lenses. sure many people will appreciate a longer reach of 85 (leaving aside for the moment the question of weight or any possible overlap in lens coverage) but is it in Canon's interest to create such a lens that cannibalises the 70-200mm L or 24-105L market?

Nothing right or wrong about a 24-85. Certainly there will be those that welcome. But I just don't see Canon doing it.

[Porky88]

Originally Posted by Kit I just heard a rumour. The 24-70 f/2.8 will be discontinued after the UX05** batch runs out.

A much welcomed rumour. But I think everyone's been waiting since last year.
I foresee a update year's end or next year even. And from what I was told, the 24-70 f2.8L is on allocation right now and there isn't much stock floating in the market. So maybe that's the basis for all the rumours.

[chengpenguin]

Originally Posted by nuanda I certainty see your point. Given how Canon positions their lenses, it seems to me that 1. shorter lenses don't come with IS. The L primes don't get it until they hit 300mm. the shortest zoom that gets it is the 24-105 L, the focus being on the 105 end. 2. 24-70 replaced the 28-70 => is there any compelling reason why Canon would deviate from the 24/28-70 range? 3. yes, there is the 24-105 but that is an entry level L f4. It sort of stands alone as the 'professional kit lens'. Compare that with the 24-70 and 70-200 combo which as far as I can see is designed with 70mm as the cut-off point between the 2 lenses. sure many people will appreciate a longer reach of 85 (leaving aside for the moment the question of weight or any possible overlap in lens coverage) but is it in Canon's interest to create such a lens that cannibalises the 70-200mm L market? Nothing right or wrong about a 24-85. Certainly there will be those that welcome. But I just don't see Canon doing it.

Canon do have a L prime shorter than 300mm with IS... The powerful EF 200mm F2L IS USM.