peterm1 wrote:
> I have read the posts comparing these two lenses, but I have yet to
> see any comparison samples of the SAME image showing the
> differences in bokeh and color between these two lenses. When I
> see nice shots from the 35 1.4L I just wonder if the 35 f/2 could
> have done the same thing.
>
> I have the 35 f/2, and am looking at getting the 1.4L, but before I
> believe all the hype about the beautiful bokeh, etc., I would just
> like to see ONE sample showing the difference.
>
> Of course, I am putting aside the build quality, focusing speed,
> and wider aperture of the 1.4L. For me, while very nice, these
> aren't enough in and of themselves to justify spending that much
> more for the 1.4L, but if there is a discernable difference in
> bokeh, sharpness or color wide open, this may push me over the edge.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Peter

I can't show you a side by side comparison, but I have a whole booklet of FTM test from CI of the whole Canon lens collection.
here is a resume :

Distorsion is the same in both primes (very low), vignetting is the same on both lens at the same aperture (low at F2,8 and undedectable at F4).
The F1,4 is sharper from F2 to F4 in the corners (similary the same in the center) and there is almost no difference at F5,6 and F8 (both are excellent).
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I love the crop factor