“Those quirks and other ergonomic concerns ultimately give the lens a niche appeal.”
Critical Assessment
What Critics Praise
- Telephoto power
- Internal zoom design
- Dual Nano USM motors
- Dust, splash, and smudge protection
- Up to 8 stops of stabilization
- Crisp sun-star rendering
Points of Contention
- Bulky and expensive
- Aperture ring non-functional in stills mode
- Tripod foot incompatible with Arca mounts
- Some bokeh texture issues
Professional Reviews
1 review from 1 critic70
Jim Fisher
PCMag
