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Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III USM

Canon EF

A stabilised telephoto zoom for sport, ceremonies and tightly framed portraits.

Long lenses compress the scene and blur backgrounds strongly. Use a faster shutter speed — roughly 1/200s or quicker at 200mm.

Focal length

70-200mm

Widest opening

f/2.8

Stabilisation

Yes

Strengths

  • Reach without moving
  • Constant f/2.8
  • Stabilised

Limitations

  • Big and heavy
  • Needs distance
  • Expensive

Best for

Fits these cameras

A Canon EF lens only fits Canon EF cameras — check the compatibility guide before buying used gear.