In the case of the Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM, you get what you pay for. At least that's the verdict of DP Review in their post, Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM review. Bestowing a Gold Award on the $2,100 pro zoom, Andy Westlake writes:

"...quite simply the Canon offers such exceptionally good optics that, if you're after the very best, there's simply no other choice."

Personally, there is much about this lens that I admire. But for my photography, I want image stabilization for that large of an investment.

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