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Hi Benlui,

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I have the CL-4, and the specs says:<br>

<b>Flash durations:</b>

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<li>In M mode approx. 1/300 second at full light output

<li>At 1/2 light output approx. 1/1000 second

<li>At 1/4 light output approx. 1/2500 second

<li>In winder mode approx. 1/10000 second

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The CL-1 should be somewhat similar.

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I would say that there are no real differences in image quality, but can't compare them really because of the focal length difference.

Yes, I agree that the 100mm macro one of the sharpest non-L lenses.

Moi Sami,

I do have the 200mm f/2.8L and the 100mm f/2.8 Macro (and the 17-40 f/4L). Both are quite new purchases, but already have good results with both of them. My subject is mainly the same as you described above.

I use them equally, but for different purposes. Practically they are not limiting me in case of still subjects, I can recommend both lenses. Also consider buying the tele-extenders.

Do you have a tripod? A tripod and a 200mm on a crop body is a good combination IMHO.