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| Brand: Canon
Category: Photography
List Price: $2,300.00
Buy New: $1,248.88
You Save: $1051.12 (46%)
New (14) Refurbished (1) from $1,149.95
Rating:  26 reviews
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Optical Zoom: 2.2
Maximum Focal Length: 35
Minimum Focal Length: 16
Shipping Weight (lbs): 4
Dimensions (in): 8 x 5.5 x 5.5
Legal Disclaimer: Warranty does not cover misuse of product.
MPN: 1910B002
Model: 1910B002
UPC: 013803078596
EAN: 0013803078596
ASIN: B000NP46K2
Release Date: March 31, 2007
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
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| Customer Reviews:
 16-35mm Worth the Extra Money July 4, 2008
7 out of 7 found this review helpful
I was debating between the cheaper 17-40L and the 16-35mm 2.8 II lenses. There is a significant difference in price between the lenses. In the end, I felt that having the extra stop of light was more important than saving a few dollars. After receiving the lense, I have been nothing be astounded by the quality of photos taken with this lens. Lens build and Image Quality are top notch. While I've seen the 17-40 produce high quality pictures, I wasn't about to sacrificy the F2.8 over the F4.
For those not needing the extra stop of light and plan to do outdoor landscape photography, the 17-40 will work just as well. If you want the extra stop of light or do indoor photography, the 16-35mm is better suited for you.
Sharp as a blade June 24, 2008
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
I purchased this lens based on a recommendation from a friend and other reviews I read.
It is absolutely fantastic. From its sharpness to its build, I can not fault this lens. It is a little heavy but it's nicely balanced on a 400D Camera body with battery grip.
The price is very attractive on amazon, as you would see this lens go for around 20-30% more on ebay.
Definitely recommend it if you are serious about your photography.
As expected June 9, 2008
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
Like all "L" lenses, it is rather heavy. But that is the inconvenience you have to cope with if you want to have a superior lens. My test shots ALL came out as anticipated, fine details, sensitivity in low light conditions, and great colors. No regrets.
This Lens is worth the $$$ May 19, 2008
8 out of 8 found this review helpful
I use this lens with the Canon Mark III & Canon 40D. It was a bit $$$ but worth every penny. I have uploaded some images to the amazon gallery that are from bright sunny days to hand held at night. I also posted a shot of the milky way if you look under the Canon Mark III images.
It was a bit of an investment, but when you start seeing what you can shoot with it, you will be happy you did.
If you don't want to spend all the $$$, the Tamron SP AF17-50mm F/2.8 Di II LD Aspherical (IF) Lens. This has also gotten some great reviews.
 A wide angle to die for May 18, 2008
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
I had been contemplating which wide angle zoom to buy for some time now, I photograph weddings occasionally and need it for indoor shots as well as for street photography. I had had the kit wide angle zoom once in weddings and the pictures were substandard. The 17-40 4.0 is cheaper for sure but I decided this lens will be in heavy use for years, probably decades, so why not go for the big Kahuna. It was worth every dollar. Picture quality is as good as one can wish for, even in extreme wide end and all the way opened to 2.8! The auto focus USM engine operates like ninja, with lightning speed, precision and quietness. Why only 4 stars you ask then? The one star is missing simply because there is no IS.
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