Name: EF 24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM
Brand: Canon
SKU: 194
Rating: 4.1 (44 reviews)

Canon EF 24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM angle

4.3

based on all reviews

Consumer ratings:

4.8 / 5

Flare is nicely handled and I
like color rendition with the lens was quite good
Better optics

ended up spending a lot of time in post processing
They also did not allow for full time manual override
feels less dense than some of the more premium lenses

Construction: Zoom
Elements: 17
Focus method: Internal, Extending front
Autofocus: yes
Max format size: Full-frame (35mm)
Focal length: 24, 105 mm
Image stabilisation: no
Lens type: Telephoto

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Canon EF 24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM - Pros & Cons

Flare is nicely handled and I
like color rendition with the lens was quite good
Better optics
better designs
It is sharp
the build is excellent
light and compact
The stabilization is good for a four-stop difference
The sharpness in the center is generally good
image quality is good
It works nice and silently
The focus accuracy of the tested sample was good
The rubberized zoom ring operates smoothly
smooth and quiet autofocus operation
built-in stabiliser was surprisingly efficient
this lens performs nicely from an image sharpness perspective
The rings are reasonable smooth with a proper rotation force required
nicely-sized and positioned ideally
lens focuses very accurately

ended up spending a lot of time in post processing
They also did not allow for full time manual override
feels less dense than some of the more premium lenses
there is no distance window
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A lens hood is not included
The focal plane is therefore not flat
the lens suffers from image field curvature
the corners will blur out considerably
only two positions on the slider on the lens for image stabilization
bigger
heavier and more expensive
the edges start to drop off at wider apertures
the lens is a bit prone to zoom creeping
no distance scales or depth-of-field indicators
filters will not rotate during focus operations
The lens took around a second to focus from infinity to close-focus
no direct mechanical connection between turning the ring and the
but does not ship with the lens
rectilinear distortion when uncorrected raw files
buying off-shore as overseas prices are generally higher
Bokeh was quite choppy at shorter focal lengths
Pincushion distortion had become noticeable at 105mm
to minimise ghosting and flare
isn t a bad lens
barrel was prone to wobbling when I walked around
There are no hard stops at both ends of the range
too big and bulky
Infinity focus is not available when extension tubes are mounted
max apertures become narrower as the focal length increases
magenta and cyan colors are not part of this scene
This lens is not compatible with Canon Extenders
infinity focus is not available with the 500D mounted

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Canon EF 24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM - Full Specifications

Lens type	Telephoto
Lens mount	Canon EF

Aperture max	3.5-5.6
Aperture min	22-32
Aperture ring	no
Number of diaphragm blades	7

Construction	Zoom
Elements	17
Groups	13
Power zoom	no
Zoom method	Expanding

Weight	18.52 oz
Diameter	3.28 in
Length	4.09 in
Filter size	3.03 in

Max Format size	Full-frame
Focal length	24 - 105
Maximum magnification	0.3 x
4 stops	no

Focus method	Internal Extending front
Autofocus	yes
Autofocus motor type	STP
Full-time Manual focusing	yes
Closest focusing distance	0.4
Distance scale	yes
Depth of field (DoF) scale	no
Focus distance limiter	no

Colour of product	Black
Optional accessories	Lens Pouch LP1219
Zoom lock	no
Tripod collar	no
Hood supplied	yes
Filter thread	yes
Sealing	no

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Canon EF 24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM Canon - Editorial Reviews (8)

4.1

Based on 8 reviews

Canon EF 24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM Canon EF 24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM Review | Photography Blog

photographyblog.com

Published: 14.01.2015

Canon EF 24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM Review | Photography Blog

4.5

The Canon EF 24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM is a brand new standard zoom lens for full-frame DSLR cameras. Retailing for around £450/$600, is the EF 24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 worth upgrading to from a kit lens, and is it a worthy alternative to the venerable 24-105mm f/4 L version? Read our Canon EF 24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM review to find out...

DustinAbbott.net

Published: 07.01.2015

Canon EF 24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM Review - DustinAbbott.net

Photographer Dustin Abbott shares a review of the new Canon 24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM lens - examining the lens and its places among Canon lenses.

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PCMAG

Published: 05.03.2015

Canon EF 24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM Review

4.0

The Canon EF 24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM is an inexpensive zoom lens for full-frame Canon cameras. It's quite sharp, but requires some distortion correction to get the best results.

Canon EF 24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM Canon EF 24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM lens

Photo Review

Published: 01.11.2016

Canon EF 24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM lens

4.5

An affordably-priced, lightweight 4.4x standard zoom lens for Canon's full frame cameras that provides smooth, near-silent autofocusing for shooting movies.

Imaging Resource

Published: 17.09.2014

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Canon EF 24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM review

3.5

Canon’s new standard zoom, the Canon EF 24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM, offers a lower-cost option for full-frame users. Is it a saving worth making

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Published: 15.04.2015

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Canon has launched an affordable under-$1,000 EF-mount standard zoom for enthusiasts stepping up to full-frame who can’t afford a pro lens. At just $599, the new Canon EF 24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM features image stabilization (IS) as well as Canon’s latest stepping autofocus motor (STM) for video. With results just in, let’s see how this “budget” EF-mount lens stacks up against the pricier competition.