The EF 16–35 mm lens is a family of professional wide-angle lenses made by Canon Inc. The original version, the EF 16-35mm f/2.8L USM, replaced the EF 17-35mm f/2.8L USM lens, which had itself replaced the EF 20-35mm f/2.8L lens.

The Canon EF 16–35mm f/4L IS USM lens with its included EW-82 hood

The lens has an EF mount to work with the EOS line of cameras. Other than the front element, it is sealed against dust and water, and features a diaphragm which remains nearly circular from f/2.8 to f/5.6.[1]

The EF 16-35mm f/2.8L USM was replaced by the EF 16-35mm f/2.8L II USM early in 2007. The main change saw the lens adopt a new optical design featuring 16 elements in 12 groups.[1] Other changes include a 35 g increase in weight, a larger 82 mm filter diameter and a longer length.[1]

The model II lens has garnered favorable to excellent reviews,[2][3][4][5] and has been used in independent feature films like Marianne which was shot using a Canon EOS 7D.[citation needed]

The next member of the family, the EF 16-35mm f/4L IS USM, was announced in May 2014. While it is one stop slower than the other 16–35 mm versions, it is the first L-series wide-angle zoom to offer image stabilization.[6][7]

Canon announced an upgraded EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III USM in August 2016, with retail availability expected in October of that year.[8] Canon claims that the Mk III version is more durable than the Mk II version, and according to Digital Photography Review, "the Mark III clearly addresses one of its predecessor's largest shortcomings — poor off-center performance".[9]

Specifications

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Attribute f/2.8L USM f/2.8L II USM f/4L IS USM f/2.8L III USM
Image        
Key features
Full-frame compatible   Yes
Image stabilizer   No   Yes   No
Environmental Sealing   Yes   Yes (when using a screw-in filter)   Yes
Ultrasonic Motor   Yes
L-series   Yes
Diffractive Optics   No
Technical data
Aperture (max–min) f/2.8–f/22 f/4–f/22 f/2.8–f/22
Construction 10 groups / 14 elements 12 groups / 16 elements 11 groups / 16 elements
# of diaphragm blades 7 9
Closest focusing distance 0.28 m (0.92 ft)
Max. magnification 0.22× 0.23× 0.25×
Horizontal viewing angle 98°–54°
Diagonal viewing angle 108°10'–63°
Vertical viewing angle 74°10'–38°
Physical data
Weight 600 g (1.3 lb) 640 g (1.41 lb) 615 g (1.356 lb) 790 g (1.74 lb)
Maximum diameter 84 mm (3.3 in) 89 mm (3.5 in) 83 mm (3.3 in) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Length 103 mm (4.1 in) 112 mm (4.4 in) 114 mm (4.5 in) 128 mm (5.0 in)
Filter diameter 77 mm 82 mm 77 mm 82 mm
Accessories
Lens hood EW-83E EW-88 EW-82 EW-88D
Retail information
Release date September 2001 April 2007 May 2014 August 2016
Currently in production?   No   Yes
MSRP US$ $1,939 (230,000 yen) $1,599 $1,099 $2,199

Similar lenses

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EF mount lenses
  • EF 11–24 mm f/4L USM – an ultra wide angle lens that provides a wider field of view than the 16-35 mm lenses
  • EF 17-35mm f/2.8L USM – replaced the EF 20-35mm lens f/2.8L and was replaced by the EF 16-35mm f/2.8L USM
  • EF 17–40mm f/4L – classified as an L-series lens, but is less expensive than any version of the 16–35
  • EF 20-35mm f/2.8L – Canon's first wide angle zoom lens, preceded the EF 16-35mm f/2.8L USM
  • EF 20-35mm f/3.5-4.5 USM – a consumer-level lens: significantly lower quality and less expensive than the L-series lenses
EF-S mount lenses

References

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  1. ^ a b c "EF 16-35mm f/2.8L II USM - [Canon Hongkong Company Limited]".
  2. ^ "Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L II USM Lens Review".
  3. ^ "Canon EF 16-35/2.8L II USM Lens Review - photo.net". Archived from the original on 2010-07-24. Retrieved 2011-01-03.
  4. ^ "Canon 16-35mm L II Review".
  5. ^ "Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8 USM L II (full format) - Review / Test Report - Sample Images & Verdict".
  6. ^ "Canon Broadens Its Imaging Lineup with Two New EF Ultra Wide-Angle Zoom Lenses and White EOS Rebel SL1 Digital SLR Camera" (Press release). Canon U.S.A., Inc. May 13, 2014. Retrieved May 13, 2014.
  7. ^ "Canon EF 16-35mm f/4 L IS USM Lens Review". Retrieved June 30, 2014.
  8. ^ "It's Finally Here: Canon U.S.A. Announces The Highly Anticipated EOS 5D Mark IV DSLR Camera And New L-Series Lenses" (Press release). Canon U.S.A., Inc. August 25, 2016. Retrieved August 25, 2016.
  9. ^ "Canon introduces EF 16-35mm F2.8L III USM and EF 24-105mm F4L IS II USM L-series glass". Digital Photography Review. August 25, 2016. Retrieved August 25, 2016.
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