Canon EF 28mm f/1.8 USM

Canon EF 28mm f/1.8 USM

Lens Summary

Brand: Canon

Also Known As: Canon 28mm f/1.8

Lens Type: Prime Lens

Format: Full Frame / FX

Focus: Autofocus

Lens Mount: Canon EF

Release Date: 1995-01-01

MSRP Price: $449

Made in: Japan

Infrared Rating: Good

Production Status: In Production

Lens Description: With the large maximum aperture, excellent background blur is possible even with a fast shutter speed. The aspherical lens element makes the lens compact and corrects spherical aberrations. The image is sharp even at the edges. Lead-free glass is used.


Canon EF 28mm f/1.8 USM Specifications

Lens Specifications
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Lens TypePrime Lens
Focal Length28mm
Mount TypeCanon EF
FormatFull Frame / FX
Compatible Format(s)35mm Film / Full-Frame Digital Sensor Canon (APS-C)
Compatible with TeleconvertersNo
Maximum Reproduction Ratio1:5.6
Image Stabilizer (Image Stabilization)No
Aperture Information
Aperture RingNo
Maximim Aperturef/1.8
Minimum Aperturef/22
Maximum Angle of View (Full frame or larger format)75.4°
Optical Information
Lens Elements10
Lens Groups9
Diaphragm Blades7
Focus Information
FocusAutofocus
Built-in Focus MotorYes
UltraSonic Motor (USM)Yes
Rear FocusingYes
Minimum Focus Distance0.25 meters
Distance InformationYes
Filter Information
Filter Size58mm
Accepts Filter TypeScrew-on
Physical Characteristics
Weather / Dust SealingNo
Mount MaterialMetal
Dimensions74 x 56mm
Weight310g
Other Information
Available in ColorsBlack
Supplied AccessoriesHard Case LHP-C10 Soft Case ES-C9 / LP814(Optional)
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Franjo Glavina

Sharp even at the edges? Really? Are u sure?