07-03-2016, 05:48 PM
Quote:The IS version is weather sealed, has a tad faster AF, and is sharper. The old non-IS version is better at MFD and past MFD (extension tubes), and it renders smoother hence the nicer bokeh.
So, unless IS is needed, I do prefer the non-L. It is a personal choice.
I completely agree. This is my experience exactly. And it always is a personal choice, indeed.
BTW, the 135L is a great lens for macro as well.
Kind regards, Wim
Gear: Canon EOS R with 3 primes and 2 zooms, 4 EF-R adapters, Canon EOS 5 (analog), 9 Canon EF primes, a lone Canon EF zoom, 2 extenders, 2 converters, tubes; Olympus OM-D 1 Mk II & Pen F with 12 primes, 6 zooms, and 3 Metabones EF-MFT adapters ....