One point I have to disagree here, the 180/2.8 DO make big different to me,
although I have got some sharp prints from my 200/4 but it was never as
easy as the 180/2.8 and for portrait I never have result that is as good as
my 180/2.8. I'm sure it is not focusing problem, I have a good eye for
focusing, most likely it is related to the optical quality plus the easy
shaking of 200/4. The 180/2.8's weight and the lack of aperture closing
vibration do help a lot in providing a high resolution picture.
C.H.Ling
I based my opinion mostly on Gary Reese's tests which showed 4 stops
at A or A- in center for both lenses. The 200 bested the 180 on the
edge with A- at 2 stops .
However I appreciate the feedback from someone who has both lenses
and whose judgment I also respect. Maybe I should reconsider then.
Winsor
Who can always be talked into changing his mind and spending his last dime.
--
Winsor Crosby
Long Beach, California
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