It's a big heavy lens with a huge front element, but optically very good. One of the few FD lenses I have that can live with my modern EF 'L' glass. I took some of my all time favourite FD shots with this lump of glass.

It also works beautifully as part of my core travel set with the 20-35 f/3.5L, 28-85 f/4 and 2x converter 'B' which gives a handy 270mm f/4 for thos occasional telephoto shots.

I echo the other comments on this lens, lovely at full aperture, sharp as a tack closed down...but why would you want to!

If you can't afford the 85mm 1.2L, go for this lens, it will give similar bokeh effect for less money.

What a Lens!
I bought it for 230 € in Germany in very good used condition.
If I´m on Tour, this lens is in my bag.
In my opinion, this lens gives you the highest picture quality when you need a 135mm lens attached on a 35mm SLR camera.
Thank you Canon for making this outstanding optical jewel.

Best regards,
Horst Franke

I bought this lens for € 200 in Germany off Ebay.

When it came, is was in absolute mint condition.

It's a big lens, with 72 mm filter. Not lightweight. If you look down into it, you see the greenish reflections of a good multilayer coating.

This is an awesome lens. In fact, I think it deserves the 'L' predicate.

Very sharp, very good bokeh. The build is superb.

It comes really complete with a built - in sun shade.

If you don't have the money to buy the 85mm F1.2, go for this lens.

Dirk Dom.