Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L II USM Reviews

EF 16-35mm f/2.8L II USM

Ultra-Wide Zoom

The EF 16-35mm f/2.8L II USM is a high performance, water-resistant, and ultra wide-angle Canon L-series lens. It has been specifically designed for improved edge-to-edge image quality that will meet the strict requirements of professional and high-end amateur photographers. It features 3 high-precision aspherical lens elements, each of a different type: ground, replica and GMo for even better image quality than the original EF 16-35mm f/2.8L USM. The circular aperture produces a beautiful and natural background blur when shooting at wider apertures. Other features include internal focusing, a ring type USM (Ultra Sonic Monitor), and new AF algorithms for fast and quiet autofocusing.

To meet the growing demands of digital SLR owners, this ultra-wide-angle zoom offers a broader view, fast aperture, and closer focusing down to 11". The first EF wide-angle zoom to combine three aspherical elements and Canon's UD glass, the lens remains compact while providing superior image quality across its range. Constructed to pro standards, it's also highly resistant to dust and moisture.

Specifications

Focal Length & Maximum Aperture: 16-35mm f/2.8
Lens Construction: 16 elements in 12 groups
Diagonal Angle of View: 108°10'-63°
Focus Adjustment: AF with full-time manual
Closest Focusing Distance: 0.92 ft./0.28m
Filter Size: 82mm, P=0.75mm/1 filter
Max. Diameter x Length, Weight: 3.5 in. x 4.4 in./88.5mm x 111.6mm, 640g