weeks82 wrote:
I'd say $7k minimum, wouldn't be surprised to see it go as high as $9k though.
yeah sad to say, you'd like to think it could be $3500 but hah this sounds much neater than the nikon and that one is twice $3500 so I think you are correct
actually thinking about it i dont think this is the new 100-400, the size, price are just in differnt leagues
maybe pick 6 lottery numbers 6,6,6 6,6,6 would be the deal that would manage something like this
wickerprints wrote:
Please reconsider and keep the 300? I can understand selling the others--they're no faster than the new lens--but the 300 is still a full stop faster. I love this lens so much I have a hard time imagining anyone else wanting to sell theirs Though if I'm lowballing the MSRP, I think you still might not break even if you sold all three.
London, UK, 7th February 2011 – Canon today announces the development of a telephoto zoom lens featuring an integrated focal length extender – the EF 200-400mm f/4L IS USM EXTENDER 1.4x. The lens will be displayed for the first time during CP+, held in Yokohama, Japan.
Designed for Canon’s leading range of EOS Digital SLR cameras, the new lens will be an ideal addition for sports and wildlife photographers, offering exceptional flexibility with a built-in 1.4x extender that creates an increased focal range of 280 – 560mm.
Perfect for photographers who require high performance, fast aperture and a flexible telephoto range, the EF 200-400mm f/4L IS USM EXTENDER 1.4× will enable photographers to shoot a greater breadth of subjects using a single lens, delivering the best possible image quality at all focal lengths.
Developed as a new addition to Canon’s acclaimed L-series of professional lenses, the new lens will offer an unsurpassed combination of versatility, first-class optical performance and an enhanced weather-proof construction. The model will be released as part of Canon’s continued development of its EF lens line-up, offering enhanced performance and improved functions that cater for the needs of photographers from beginners through to professionals.
The EF 200-400mm f/4L IS USM EXTENDER 1.4x is scheduled for launch during 2011.
It will be at least as expensive as the Nikon -- likely more, since it has the integrated TC.
Probably very nice and sharp. Entirely out of my budget. To those who need it and can afford
it, this looks to be a very nice release.
Canon continues to take care of its white-lens users.
As much as I welcome the announcement, I personally don't have much use for this lens. It's going to be heavy, expensive, and it won't replace my 300, since I find f/2.8 is a lifesaver. I'm mostly a prime shooter, anyway.
Still, it's good to see Canon addressing the perceived gaps in their EF lineup, to compete against Nikon's offerings. This lens might become the new favorite airshow lens for the tripod shooters, given its focal length flexibility (200-560mm). I think the built-in extender is a nice (though not entirely new) development, a welcome first for the EF mount. I hope to see more innovations in the near future.
Now Canon zoom shooters can cover a huge focal length range with four lenses: EF 16-35/2.8L II, 24-70/2.8L, 70-200/2.8L IS II, 200-400/4L IS 1.4x, giving every focal length from 16/2.8 to 560/5.6. If Canon were to develop a 14-24/2.8, that would be even more impressive. And if we throw in the 8-15/4L fisheye....
wickerprints wrote:
As much as I welcome the announcement, I personally don't have much use for this lens. It's going to be heavy, expensive, and it won't replace my 300, since I find f/2.8 is a lifesaver. I'm mostly a prime shooter, anyway.
Still, it's good to see Canon addressing the perceived gaps in their EF lineup, to compete against Nikon's offerings. This lens might become the new favorite airshow lens for the tripod shooters, given its focal length flexibility (200-560mm). I think the built-in extender is a nice (though not entirely new) development, a welcome first for the EF mount. I hope to see more innovations in the near future.
Now Canon zoom shooters can cover a huge focal length range with four lenses: EF 16-35/2.8L II, 24-70/2.8L, 70-200/2.8L IS II, 200-400/4L IS 1.4x, giving every focal length from 16/2.8 to 560/5.6. If Canon were to develop a 14-24/2.8, that would be even more impressive. And if we throw in the 8-15/4L fisheye.......Show more →
Yes, it's nice to see the innovation. I'm not sure it counters the laws of physics, but an extender design that DIDN'T lose a stop of light would be remarkable.
VERY nice... How far do ya think we will have to bend over though :-/ On my wish list for sure... but once I see the price I will have to remove it :-(
realmunseen wrote:
London, UK, 7th February 2011 – Canon today announces the development of a telephoto zoom lens featuring an integrated focal length extender – the EF 200-400mm f/4L IS USM EXTENDER 1.4x. The lens will be displayed for the first time during CP+, held in Yokohama, Japan.
Designed for Canon’s leading range of EOS Digital SLR cameras, the new lens will be an ideal addition for sports and wildlife photographers, offering exceptional flexibility with a built-in 1.4x extender that creates an increased focal range of 280 – 560mm.
Perfect for photographers who require high performance, fast aperture and a flexible telephoto range, the EF 200-400mm f/4L IS USM EXTENDER 1.4× will enable photographers to shoot a greater breadth of subjects using a single lens, delivering the best possible image quality at all focal lengths.
Developed as a new addition to Canon’s acclaimed L-series of professional lenses, the new lens will offer an unsurpassed combination of versatility, first-class optical performance and an enhanced weather-proof construction. The model will be released as part of Canon’s continued development of its EF lens line-up, offering enhanced performance and improved functions that cater for the needs of photographers from beginners through to professionals.
The EF 200-400mm f/4L IS USM EXTENDER 1.4x is scheduled for launch during 2011.
wickerprints wrote:
Now Canon zoom shooters can cover a huge focal length range with four lenses: EF 16-35/2.8L II, 24-70/2.8L, 70-200/2.8L IS II, 200-400/4L IS 1.4x, giving every focal length from 16/2.8 to 560/5.6. If Canon were to develop a 14-24/2.8, that would be even more impressive. And if we throw in the 8-15/4L fisheye....
Currently, I'm on the Sigma 12-24, 24-70L, 70-200 f/2.8 ISL. An additional 200-400 f/4 would make my zoom focal range more than adequate for non-specialised situations !
BUT ... that is assuming I can afford this new monster !
Sweet! New toys are always nice...with the newer super tele primes and zoom coming out means more people will be selling their mark1 super tele's in fluxing the used market. Hoping the mark 1's go for more affordable prices as they are still pretty top notch glass.
I would think it's possible to dump the 300/2.8 for this lens. The Nikon guys are able to keep their shutters up with their 200-400 and the high-ISO capabilities of the D3s. We have the MKIV which isn't that far behind in terms of ISO. Having the ability to zoom in and fill the frame will often throw out the background as well/better than f/2.8. The IQ from the Nikon zoom is excellent and Canon's 70-200 MKII shows us Canon can make a prime-rivaling zoom.
Although this lens may make the 300/2.8 seem like a flyweight.
Though if I'm lowballing the MSRP, I think you still might not break even if you sold all three. 
