Originally posted by Reportage of particular interest in within the same price range like 70-200
L vs DA* 300mm...
in the above situation, is Prime lens IQ still superior to Zoom lens IQ?
Well, I'd pit the DA* 50-135 against the Canon L 70-200. Not the DA* 300 as that is a different type of lens.
I've used the DA* 50-135 and it is nothing short of amazing. The Canon L 70-200 also has that reputation however, I have not used it. There are 4 types of L 70-200. A f/4 non-IS, a f/4 with IS, a f/2.8 non-IS and a f/2.8 IS. The price ranges from $600 to $1800 between those 4 models. The DA* is $900ish (all Canadian $). To add, all are sharp, the L 70-200 f/4 IS is probably the best 'value' and is extremely sharp. It all boils down to what your needs are and then buying the best you can afford.