All I\'ve seen and read so far would indicate that we have an excellent lens here.
It continues with the high IQ tradition of 100mm f/2.8 lens versions, has the latest generation IS, and probably the AF drive was accelerated a bit in the non-macro focal distance range.
Although the lens is much more expensive than the IQ equivalent old version, the new lens is certainly one of the cheaper L lenses, the way Canon prices stack up these days. Therefore, if one is looking to get the highest performing telephoto around 100mm, there are two lenses at the top of the heap: 100 f/2.8 IS and 135L. One can do macro and has IS, the other one is faster, both AF and aperture. Take your pick.
Lastly, if one is happy with the old 100 f/2.8, then there is probably no compelling reason to spend the extra money on new and improved stuff. I fail to see a photographic rationale for constantly upgrading to the latest version of every lens/camera type in our possession. However, it is great to have such good lens model options available for different budgets.
Oct 24, 2009 at 07:23 AM
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