Name: EF 16-35mm f/2.8L USM
Brand: Canon
SKU: 228
Rating: 4.2 (39 reviews)

4.3

based on all reviews

Robust build quality
it easier to clean the lens-just keep a microfiber cloth handy
lens performs excellently as part of a kit

it ended up somewhat soft when shot wide open
Way too costly for only reasonable optics
disappointing sharpness

Elements: 14
Focus method: Internal
Autofocus: yes
Max format size: Full-frame (35mm)
Focal length: 16, 35 mm
Image stabilisation: no
Lens type: Telephoto

Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L USM - Pros & Cons

Robust build quality
it easier to clean the lens-just keep a microfiber cloth handy
lens performs excellently as part of a kit
a very nice handling and carrying lens
It works very well for parties such as large birthday parties
this lens Canon has produced and delivers excellent results
performs exceptionally well
Canon is faster focusing and constant with a warm tone
the zoom and focus rings operate smoothly and solidly
solid and well-built
lighter
sexier
smaller
and better glass
All are unique and excellent in their own way
make it easy to shoot compelling lifestyle images
there are plenty of more affordable alternative options available
impressively accurate and rapid
very impressive and far superior to cheaper lenses
improved AF system and top-quality optics
It feels solid and comfortable in the hand with well-placed controls
Chromatic aberrations are very well controlled (
its autofocus is exceptional
It has strong contrast and is incredibly sharp
excellent and fairly priced
solid
nicely made lens
it makes them much easier to clean as finger prints and oils don
wobbling whatsoever and smooth controls - almost perfect
Build quality Excellent
that the lens focuses smoothly and quickly not only when taking photos
The feel of the photos and videos is great
f4L IS has excellent sharpness already open
Very smooth and easily rotatable zoom ring

it ended up somewhat soft when shot wide open
Way too costly for only reasonable optics
disappointing sharpness
or lack therof
* lighting situations the image is a bit softer wide open
Corners are a little soft wide open
There is no optical stabilization
Canon does not have the best glass
this lens gets less bright on an APS-C body
It does not change on a crop camera
lens on APS-C sensors is confusing though
only an approximation quite dependent on the situation)
won't balance as well - as demonstrated by the images below
too big and bulky
have your camera mounted to a tripod
extreme corner shading passing FOUR stops
the lens has actually regressed in the area of vignette
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Canon also costs a thousand dollars more
optical negatives is pretty short
The 2x zoom range seems limited
this lens cannot only be used on full frame cameras
16mm samples require a relatively close subject distance
my 16-35 L is a tendency to overexpose
Barrel distortion enlarges the center portion of the frame and shrinks the corners
full-frame vignetting is primarily noticeable in the outer corners of the frame
the filter also does not rotate
say - the front element does not rotate during focusing or zooming operations
displays less chromatic aberration at the wider focal lengths
No Image Stabilization Big and heavy Expensive

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Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L USM - Full Specifications

Lens type	Telephoto
Lens mount	Canon EF

Aperture max	2.8
Aperture min	22
Aperture ring	no
Number of diaphragm blades	7

Elements	14
Groups	10
Special elements / coatings	3 types of aspherical elements
Power zoom	no
Zoom method	Internal

Weight	21.16 oz
Diameter	3.29 in
Length	4.06 in
Rear gelatin filter	3.03 in

Max Format size	Full-frame
Focal length	16 - 35
Focal Length 35mm Equivalent	16 - 35
Maximum magnification	0.22 x
Image stabilisation	no

Focus method	Internal
Autofocus	yes
Autofocus motor type	Ring Type Ultrasonic
Full-time Manual focusing	yes
Closest focusing distance	0.28
Distance scale	yes
Depth of field (DoF) scale	yes

Colour of product	Black
Body materials	Plastic Metal
Zoom lock	no
Tripod collar	no
Sealing	yes

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Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L USM Canon - Editorial Reviews (7)

4.4

Based on 7 reviews

Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L USM Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III lens review

DXOMARK

Published: 16.12.2016

Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III lens review

Canon has launched the 3rd iteration of its popular EF 16-35mm f/2.8L wide-angle zoom lens, predominantly for full frame press, sport and action photographers. Significant improvements to outer field sharpness on the new $2199 EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III also make it a viable option for landscape or astrophotography on the 50Mp EOS 5DS R, as well as wedding or event photography on the EOS 5D Mark IV. Although headline specifications are basically the same as its predecessor, improvements to the new lens’s durability, including water and dust resistance, equip the new lens better for the hammer of pro shooting in fast-paced, all-weather environments. Despite being specifically intended for use on full frame Canon DSLRs, the new EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III also remains compatible with Canon APS-C sensor cameras, such as the 7D Mark II, where it offers a less wide-angle and less useful 26-52mm equivalent focal range.

DustinAbbott.net

Published: 09.11.2016

Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III USM Review - DustinAbbott.net

Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III USM Review | Photographer Dustin Abbott shares a thorough, real world review of the world class Canon 16-35L III wide angle lens

Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L USM Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L USM III review

digitalcameraworld

Published: 02.03.2022

Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L USM III review

4.5

The Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L USM III ‘trinity’ zoom is a major overhaul

Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L USM Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III USM Review

PCMAG

Published: 25.06.2018

Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III USM Review

4.0

The latest version of the Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III USM lens is its best take on an f/2.8 wide zoom yet.

Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L USM Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L USM Review

Imaging Resource

Published: 17.10.2005

Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L USM Review

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Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L USM Updating a classic: Canon EF 16-35mm F2.8L III USM lens review

DPReview

Published: 19.12.2016

Updating a classic: Canon EF 16-35mm F2.8L III USM lens review

4.6

Was the third time the charm for the Canon 16-35mm F2.8L? To find out check out our full review. Read more

Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L USM Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III USM Review | Photography Blog

photographyblog.com

Published: 17.10.2016

Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III USM Review | Photography Blog

4.5

The Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III USM is the fastest wide-angle zoom in Canon's extensive lens range. Boasting a constant maximum aperture of f/2.8 and very fast and quiet auto-focusing, the new EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III USM is the successor to the wildly popular, 7-year old Mark II version. Read our in-depth Canon EF 16-35mm f/4L IS USM review, complete with full-size sample images, to find out what this new lens is capable of...