70-200 2.8 Should I buy? Reliability seems ???

[Gary_Voth]

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FYI.
The Non IS is sharper!
I've seen a test on those lenses.
Best,
Willem.

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Well, I've owned both lenses. The IS version is tack sharp, and in no way takes a back seat to the non-IS version.

Modern AF lenses, particularly zooms, do exhibit some sample variability though. I do recommend testing a new lens to your satisfaction and arranging an exchange or return privelege before purchase.

[DeniseWall]

Here's a comparison of sharpness between the IS and non-IS versions:

http://wlcastleman.com/equip/reviews/70_200/index.htm

[Stephen_Scharf]

Looking at the testing results from Denise's link seems to bear my my anecdotal thoughts.
Makes sense to me....less elements do add up to less flare, etc. I know that many feel that the 300/f4 non-IS is quite a bit sharper than the IS version.

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