Is the 28-105 USM Mk. II lens an inferior lens compared to the 28-105 USM Mk. I lens?

I have heard that the Mark I lens in made in Japan, and the Mark II lens in made in Taiwan.

Does Canon's build quality suffer through changing the country of manufacture?

Should I expect any perceived difference in optical quality?

These lenses cost the same, and the only difference I can see from the outside is that the Mark II looks more modern and comes in a smaller box.

Thanks in advance....

-- Sam Hassall (samhassall@aol.com), August 21, 2001

Answers

Sam, it looks like you posted twice by mistake. Is it possible to delete a post? Maybe that question should be posed to Bob Atkins, our knowledgeable & friendly site moderator.

-- Hung James Wasson (HJWasson@aol.com), August 21, 2001.