For all the photographers out there....
For all the photographers out there......
This is a lens that "most" photographers (including pro's) will never get a chance to use, purchase or even see in real life !!
http://www.outdoorphotogear.com/blog/hands-on-with-the-canon-ef-1200-f5-6l-lens-296
http://www.the-digital-picture.com/Reviews/Canon-EF-1200mm-f-5.6-L-USM-Lens-Review.aspx
The EF 1200 L was available by special order with lead times running about 18 months.
Why such a long lead time?
For one reason, it takes nearly a year to grow fluorite crystals large enough to be ground and polished for use in this lens.
In addition, the lens is "virtually hand-made".
The original price was 9,800,000 yen - that was MSRP $89,579 in the USA. You can now buy a 2nd hand lens in 9+ condition for $120,000 !!!
Don't let the US $120,000 price tag put you off 
PilbaraBrad
Posts: 3628
Date Joined: 16/05/07
Wow
How good is the portrait to landscape feature,
move the camera instead of the lense, just makes sense dosnt it
tailor marc
Posts: 2979
Date Joined: 27/09/06
WTF???? and i thought i have
WTF???? and i thought i have spent alot lol
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crasny1
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Date Joined: 16/10/08
I just placed an offer to buy one, and they said sorry but your
Credit Card limit doesnt cover the freight to Australia. Would be a fantastic Perve cam on the canals in mandurah. Always had people checking u out.
Neels
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