lens brightness

[Nicholas Wright]

I have heard remarks that a 200/2.8 prime will transmit more light than an
80-200/2.8 zoom. Is this true? I thought a 200/2.8 was a 200/2.8 whether it
be a prime or part of a zoom. Thanks for any help.

Nick
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