p.2 #4 · Please post images taken with Canon 24-70mm Mark II
artsupreme wrote:
Is everyones 24-70II much sharper wide open @ 70mm than the original version? I like the size/weight reductions but I'm hearing mixed reviews on how much better the IQ is compared to the old version.
Don't know, but one copy is REALLY sharp at 70mm f/2.8 center frame, WAY sharper than say a 70-200 f/4 IS 70mm, f/4, hard to fathom that is not well much sharper than the 24-70 I at 70mm f/2.8. The other is somewhat less sharp but still very sharp and easily sharper than a 70-200 f/4 IS. Another copy was noticeably less sharp there than the best and maybe equal to 70-200 f/4 IS 70mm f/4.
p.2 #9 · Please post images taken with Canon 24-70mm Mark II
Wonderful photos!!! (also some of my favorite places!) Can't wait to get this lens…on the wait list…but these sure have whetted my appetite, though I know it's the person behind the lens that really counts! Great jobs!
p.2 #11 · Please post images taken with Canon 24-70mm Mark II
Thank you so very much, everyone. I really appreciate the kind words.
Please, please post your images taken with that lens.
artsupreme wrote:
Is everyones 24-70II much sharper wide open @ 70mm than the original version? I like the size/weight reductions but I'm hearing mixed reviews on how much better the IQ is compared to the old version.
I sold mine long time ago. So, i cannot give you any side-by-side comparison info. Based on my recollection though the answer to your question from me is a "yes". Sharp or sharper is also a relative term. So, it depends on the individual evaluating it. To me the difference is similar like that of the 70-200mm Mark I and Mark II. My Mark I was no slouch but the Mark II was clearly better and that goes for both lenses .
p.2 #18 · Please post images taken with Canon 24-70mm Mark II
Great fall color shots, Ben! The four corner area was really great in the fall.
TheWengler wrote:
Is that Mesa arch shot a blend? Says f/8, but the sunstar looks more like f/22. Great shots!
Thanks! The Mesa Arch shot was just a single exposure. The sunburst definitely shows up at wider aperture settings on that lens.
onesickpuppy wrote:
Great shots....mine shows up Friday.
Quick question of the hands on users......which filter did you go with Slim or regular?
Thanks! The only threaded filter I use is a CPL and that only rarely and yes, I use a thin version since it will be for my 16-35mm Mark II, as well. I did use a soft graduated ND filter in the first two shots of the fall colors in the second group but for that I just removed the lenshood and just held the filter at the lens without any holder in one hand. I used the other hand to operate the remote control. The camera was on tripod and in Live View mode for most static shots.
p.2 #20 · Please post images taken with Canon 24-70mm Mark II
onesickpuppy wrote:
Great shots....mine shows up Friday.
Quick question of the hands on users......which filter did you go with Slim or regular?
I use the Lee foundation kit with a 4x4 linear polarizer. I have it for my 17TSE already and had an 82mm ring for my 24TSE so I did not need to buy anything. Can't af with this filter, but that not a problem for me. It doesn't come close to vignetting on this lens.
Yep, it's quite a nice large sandbox to play in. 
Slim or regular