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    Canon EF 50-200 mm f/ 3.5-4.5 L
    Canon EF 50-200 mm f/ 3.5-4.5 L

    Canon EF 50-200 mm f/ 3.5-4.5 L

    50–200mm · f/3.5–4.5

    Overview

    The Canon EF 50-200mm f/3.5-4.5 L is a rare, early EF-mount zoom from 1988, notable for its unique 50-200mm range and two fluorite elements. Optically, it delivers exceptional sharpness and dreamy bokeh, but suffers from soft corners, chromatic aberration, and low contrast wide open. Build is lightweight plastic with a push-pull zoom that can loosen over time; autofocus is slow and noisy. It suits collectors or those seeking a distinct, sharp rendering, but modern lenses outperform it in practicality.