Canon EF 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6L IS USM

Canon EF 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6L IS USM

Lens Summary

Brand: Canon

Also Known As: Canon 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6L IS

Lens Type: Zoom Lens

Format: Full Frame / FX

Focus: Autofocus

Lens Mount: Canon EF

Release Date: 2004-01-29

MSRP Price: $2554

Made in: Japan

Infrared Rating: Good

Production Status: In Production

Lens Description: A handy, compact zoom lens for versatile and easy subject selection while travelling, etc. The highest optical performance in its class, plus the convenience of focusing as close as 2.3 feet over the entire zooming range. A powerful ring-type USM drive provides silent, high-speed autofocusing, plus the wide zooming range provides an easy, enjoyable picture-taking experience


Canon EF 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6L IS USM Specifications

Lens Specifications
Lens TypeZoom Lens
Focal Length28-300mm
Mount TypeCanon EF
FormatFull Frame / FX
Compatible Format(s)35mm Film / Full-Frame Digital Sensor Canon (APS-C)
Compatible with TeleconvertersYes
Zoom Ratio10.7x
Maximum Reproduction Ratio1:3.3
Image Stabilizer (Image Stabilization)Yes
Aperture Information
Aperture RingNo
Maximim Aperturef/3.5-5.6
Minimum Aperturef/22-40
Maximum Angle of View (Full frame or larger format)75° - 8°
Optical Information
Lens Elements23
Lens Groups16
Diaphragm Blades8
Focus Information
FocusAutofocus
Built-in Focus MotorYes
UltraSonic Motor (USM)Yes
Internal FocusingYes
Minimum Focus Distance0.70m
Distance InformationYes
Filter Information
Filter Size77mm
Accepts Filter TypeScrew-on
Physical Characteristics
Weather / Dust SealingYes
Mount MaterialMetal
Tripod CollarYes
Dimensions9.14 x 18.29 cm
Weight1.66kg
Other Information
Available in ColorsWhite

Lens Construction

Canon EF 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6L IS USM diagram

MTF Chart

Canon EF 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6L IS USM chart 28mm Canon EF 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6L IS USM chart 300mm

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shann knott

I just would like to know how much this lens is going for

Mohammad Shifa

I am an enthusiast for wildlife photography, want to get 28-300mm lens. can i use it with extenders.