Message from discussion Which Lens?

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From: "Roger N. Clark (change username to rnclark)" <usern...@qwest.net>
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Subject: Re: Which Lens?
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Date: Fri, 03 Sep 2004 06:30:05 -0600
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Dimitris wrote:
> Hello NG,
> 
> I'm looking for a relatively fast zoom lens for my 10D, trying to decide
> between the Canon EF 70-200 f4L and the Sigma 70-200 f2.8 EX.
> 
> I've found both lenses at similar prices (Canon slightly more expensive),
> and on paper it seems the Sigma is the way to go (as it gives you a couple
> of f-stops more) but wanted to hear from people who've used these lenses and
> what they think of them.
> 

It would be worth saving for the IS version (70-200 f/2.8 L IS).
Roger