Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L USM

Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L USM

Lens Summary

Brand: Canon

Also Known As: Canon 16-35mm f/2.8L

Lens Type: Zoom Lens

Format: Full Frame / FX

Focus: Autofocus

Lens Mount: Canon EF

Release Date: 2001-09-26

MSRP Price: $850

Made in: Japan

Infrared Rating: Poor

Production Status: Discontinued

Lens Description: To meet the growing demand of digital SLR owners, this ultra-wide-angle zoom offers a broader view, fast aperture, and closer focusing down to 11 in. (.28m). 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.


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

Lens Specifications
* Supplied accessories may differ depending on country or area 
Lens TypeZoom Lens
Focal Length16-35mm
Mount TypeCanon EF
FormatFull Frame / FX
Compatible Format(s)35mm Film / Full-Frame Digital Sensor Canon (APS-C)
Compatible with TeleconvertersNo
Zoom Ratio2.1x
Maximum Reproduction Ratio1:4.5
Image Stabilizer (Image Stabilization)No
Aperture Information
Aperture RingNo
Maximim Aperturef/2.8
Minimum Aperturef/22
Maximum Angle of View (APS-C or smaller format)63
Minimum Angle of View (APS-C or smaller format)108
Optical Information
Lens Elements14
Lens Groups10
Diaphragm Blades7
Aspherical Elements3 types of aspherical elements(ground, replicated and Gmo [glass molded])
Super Spectra CoatingYes
Focus Information
FocusAutofocus
Built-in Focus MotorYes
UltraSonic Motor (USM)Yes
Internal FocusingYes
Minimum Focus Distance0.28m
Distance InformationYes
Filter Information
Filter Size82mm
Accepts Filter TypeScrew-on
Physical Characteristics
Weather / Dust SealingYes
Mount MaterialMetal
Dimensions84x103mm
Weight600g
Other Information
Available in ColorsBlack
Supplied Accessoriesear drop-in gelatin filter holde

Lens Construction

Canon EF 16-35mm f2.8L USM (2)

MTF Chart

Canon EF 16-35mm f2.8L USM ef_16-35_28mtf2

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