The Canon EF 14mm f/2.8 L II USM Lens press release was included as part of the Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III Digital SLR press release.
Following is the lens-specific subset of this release ...
Canon EF 14mm f/2.8 L II USM Lens
Designed primarily for discerning landscape and architectural photographers,
the Canon EF 14mm f/2.8 L II USM lens is ideally suited to the EOS-1Ds Mark III's full-frame capability.
Measuring 3.7 inches in length and weighing in at under 23 ounces, this ultra-wide angle L-series prime lens is
well corrected for rectilinear distortion, provides a 114-degree diagonal angle of view, and
delivers high-speed autofocus with higher image quality overall including superior peripheral image quality,
compared to its predecessor, the stalwart EF 14mm f/2.8 L USM lens.
While its large diameter, high-precision aspherical and UD elements, optimized lens element positioning,
and flare and ghost-reducing lens coating ensure that this lens delivers the top optical performance in its professional class,
Canon has added other features photographers have been asking for - improved dust and water resistance incorporated around the mount,
switch panel and focusing ring, and a round aperture that creates a nice background blur and makes it easier to recognize
an out-of-focus scene in less than brightly lit conditions. Furthermore, Canon has created a new lens cap specifically for the EF 14mm f/2.8L II USM that is held to the lens by a stopper. The Canon EF14mm f/2.8L II USM lens is scheduled to begin shipping to stores in October at an estimated selling price of $2,199†.
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