The EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III USM from Canon is a workhorse wide-angle zoom and member of the well-regarded L-series of lenses. Featuring a series of specialized elements, this lens utilizes a trio of aspherical elements and two ultra-low dispersion glass elements to control a variety of aberrations for high sharpness and clarity. Complementing its optical prowess, a ring-type Ultrasonic Motor offers fast, smooth, and near-silent autofocus performance, which is further benefitted by full-time manual focus operation and an internal focusing design. The lens is both water and dust-resistant, and fluorine coatings have also been applied to the front and rear elements to protect against fingerprints and smudges from affecting image quality. Constant f/2.8 maximum aperture offers consistent performance and excellent light transmission throughout the zoom range. Two ultra-low dispersion elements are used to minimize chromatic aberrations as well as eliminate color blurring around the edges of subjects. As a member of the esteemed L-series, this lens is sealed against dust and moisture for working in inclement environmental conditions.
Canon EF 16-35mm F/2.8L III USM Specs
Focal Length | 16 to 35mm |
Maximum Aperture | f/2.8 |
Minimum Aperture | f/22 |
Lens Mount | Canon EF |
Format Compatibility | Full-Frame |
Angle of View | 108° 10' to 63° |
Minimum Focus Distance | 11.02" / 28 cm |
Maximum Magnification | 0.22x |
Optical Design | 16 Elements in 11 Groups |
Diaphragm Blades | 9, Rounded |
Focus Type | Autofocus |
Image Stabilization | None |
Filter Size | 82 mm (Front) |
Dimensions (ø x L) | 3.48 x 5.02" / 88.5 x 127.5 mm |
Weight | 1.74 lb / 790 g |