Used Canon EF 70-200mm f4 L IS II USM Lens

  • 70-200mm
  • Telephoto
  • Canon EF Mount
Sale price£849.00

£849 The only one we have

Only 1 left

Condition report

Checked in Harrogate
Condition Like new

Little or no sign of use. Optics and sensor clean.

How we grade
Like new
Little or no sign of use. Optics and sensor clean.
Excellent
Light signs of careful use, only visible up close. Optics and sensor clean.
Very good
Some light marks or wear from normal use. Nothing that affects how it works or its pictures.
Good
Clearly used, with visible wear. Works properly and takes good pictures.
Fair
Heavy signs of use, or a flaw described in our notes. Fully working, priced to match.

Every graded item is fully working and tested in our Harrogate shop. Any haze, fungus or marks on the glass are always written in the notes, and cap the grade at Fair.

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Testing
Fully tested
Warranty
12 months
In the box
Boxede/Complete

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Insured UK delivery £5.99, or collect free from our Harrogate shop

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Questions about this one?

Ask the people who tested it. We’ll check any detail or send extra photos before you buy.

The details

At a glance: Compact f/4 constant-aperture L-series 70-200 with 5-stop IS - full-frame Canon EF, around half the weight of the f/2.8 version.

About this lens

The Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS II USM is a professional-grade telephoto zoom covering the classic 70-200mm range with a constant f/4 aperture. Released in 2018 as the second-generation update, it adds five stops of image stabilisation and improved optical performance over the original 2006 model.

Build & handling

Image stabilisation Yes - up to 5 stops (IS II)
Minimum focus distance 1.0m
Filter thread 72mm
Weight 780g
Construction L-series weather-sealed, fluorine coating on front element

Works with

  • Canon EF-mount full-frame DSLRs (5D series, 6D, 1D series)
  • Canon EF-mount APS-C DSLRs (acts as ~112-320mm equivalent)
  • Canon RF mirrorless via EF-EOS R adapter - AF and IS preserved

Best for

Well-regarded as a lighter, sharper alternative to the f/2.8 version, the f/4L IS II is a favourite among landscape and wildlife photographers who prioritise portability without sacrificing L-series build quality or constant aperture. Fully compatible with Canon EF-mount full-frame and APS-C DSLRs, and with Canon RF-mount mirrorless bodies via the EF-EOS R adapter.

Frequently asked questions

How does it compare to the f/2.8 version?

Same focal range, one stop slower aperture (f/4 vs f/2.8), about half the weight, and in the IS II version an extra stop of stabilisation (5 stops vs 4). Optically very sharp - often preferred by landscape and wildlife photographers who value portability.

Does this lens have image stabilisation?

Yes — up to 5 stops (IS II).

Will it work on Canon RF mirrorless bodies?

Yes, via the Canon EF-EOS R adapter. Autofocus and IS are preserved, and the lens functions normally on R, R5, R6, R7, R8, R50 and other RF bodies.

Why buy from Bass & Bligh

Bought from a real shop, not a warehouse.

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