Canon lens caps [new models] are now shipping

Canon has followed the lead of other lens manufacturers by offering lens caps, in different sizes, that are much easier to use when a lens hood is in place. These ‘center pinch’ style lens caps are much easier to use because the catch mechanism is in the center of the cap, making it easier to reach into the lens hood when the lens hood is in place and on the lens. This is awesome. Here are some links below if you are interested in picking some up.

Canon lens caps at B&H:

• 52mm
• 58mm
• 67mm
• 72mm
• 77mm
• 82mm

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Canon 300mm and 400mm f/2.8L IS Version 2 Lenses are now shipping to dealers

Great news, folks. For those who have been waiting for the new Canon 300mm f/2.8 and 400mm f/2.8L IS II lenses, they are now shipping to select dealers. The new lenses have been redesigned optical systems as well as the latest Image Stabilization (IS). Get on the list ASAP if you ever anticipate wanting one in the next 3 to 6 months, as I anticipate a very tight supply.

Canon EF 300mm f/2.8L IS II lens is US$7,299 over at B&H

Canon EF 400mm f/2.8L IS II lens is US$11,499 over at B&H

Canon's new 200-400mm f/4 L IS lens

Well, Canon finally did it. They are bringing a 200-400mm f/4 lens to the market, supposedly before the end of 2011. This is excellent news for wildlife photographers! I have been waiting for a Canon lens like this for many years, and the main reason why I switched to Nikon 2 years ago. What makes this lens so unique is that the new lens has a 1.4x teleconverter built-in. What you say? Yes, there is a small, mechanical switch near the top of the rear of the lens that can move a 1.4x teleconverter into place when needed. This makes the lens a 280-560mm f/5.6. Very very cool and a nice feature.

So, the question of the day: will I move back to Canon? Possibly. I have enjoyed my time with Nikon, however most of my customers are Canon shooters. I do love my Nikon D3x camera, which is a better camera than the Canon 1DsMk3, however neither of these two cameras shoots video. My intention is to shoot more video, and Canon does rule the roost in this area right now. We shall see. What pains me is that Nikon doesn’t have an answer to Canon’s 100-400mm, which was a workhorse for me for many years. The Nikon 80-400mm is extremely slow when focusing, which makes it a non-starter for my own needs.