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Canon EF 17-40mm f/4L USM Ultra Wide Angle Zoom Lens for SLR Cameras
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Brand | Canon |
Focal Length Description | 17 -40 Ultra wide |
Lens Type | Wide Angle |
Compatible Mountings | Canon EF |
Camera Lens Description | 12 |
About this item
- 17 40 millimeter ultra wide angle zoom lens with f/4 maximum aperture for Canon SLR Cameras. Diagonal angle of view 104° 57° 30'
- 3 aspherical lens elements and super UD glass element create superior optics in all conditions, Closest focusing distance: 0.9 feet
- Powerful ring type ultrasonic monitor (USM) produces fast and silent autofocusing, Focuses as close as 11 inches, supports screw in 77 millimeter filters or up to 3 gel filters. Rounded seven-blade diaphragm contributes to a pleasing out of focus quality that benefits the use of shallow depth of field and selective focus techniques
- Suitable for Wedding/Nature Photography, Weather resistant construction, Water and Dust Resistant, measures 3.3 inches in diameter, 1 year warranty
- Purchase this product between May 1, 2016 and July 30, 2016 and get 13 months of free damage protection from Canon. The product must be registered within 30 days of the purchase date to be eligible
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For landscape photography | 4.9 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 4.2 | — | — |
Auto focus | 4.8 | 5.0 | 4.6 | 4.3 | — | — |
Image stabilization | 4.5 | 5.0 | 4.5 | 4.6 | — | — |
Sold By | Adorama | BHcameras | Port Hole Renewed | Amazon.com | 6ave | Minty Gadgets (we track serial numbers) |
lens type | Wide Angle | Wide Angle | Standard | Wide Angle | Zoom Lens | Wide Angle |
compatible mountings | Canon EF | Canon EF | Canon EF | Canon RF | Canon EF | Canon EF |
lens design | Zoom | Zoom | Zoom | Zoom | Zoom | Zoom |
focus type | Auto Focus | Manual Focus | Auto/Manual | — | Manual Focus, Auto Focus | automatic only, manual only |
minimum focal length | 17 millimeters | 17 millimeters | 24 millimeters | 35 millimeters | 17 millimeters | 17 millimeters |
max focal length | 40 millimeters | 40 millimeters | 105 millimeters | — | 35 millimeters | 40 millimeters |
fixed focal length | 40 millimeters | 40 millimeters | 105 millimeters | 35 millimeters | 40 millimeters | 40 millimeters |
max aperture | — | 4 f stop | 4 f stop | 35 millimeters | 2.8 f stop | 4 f stop |
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Canon EF 17-40mm f/4L USM Ultra Wide Angle Zoom Lens for Canon SLR Cameras
L-series ultra-wide-angle zoom lens that's ideal for both film and digital SLRs. Superior optics by the use of three Aspherical lens elements, in addition to a Super UD (Ultra-low Dispersion) glass element. Optical coatings are optimized for use with digital cameras. This lens focuses as close as 11 inches (0.28m), and offers both Canon's full-time manual focus and a powerful ring-type USM for fast and silent AF. It has a constant f/4 maximum aperture, and offers the choice of screw-in 77mm filters or a holder in the rear of the lens for up to three gel filters. Finally, it offers weather-resistant construction.
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Product Dimensions | 3.82 x 3.31 x 3.31 inches |
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Item Weight | 1.1 pounds |
ASIN | B00009R6WO |
Item model number | 8806A002 |
Customer Reviews |
4.7 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #841 in SLR Camera Lenses |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | September 8, 2003 |
Manufacturer | Canon Cameras US |
Country of Origin | Japan |
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Broaden your perspective with the Canon EF 17-40mm ultra-wide-angle zoom lens. Ideal for both film and digital SLR Cameras, the lens offers three aspherical lens elements in addition to a Super UD (ultra-low dispersion) glass element, creating superior optics in all conditions. Broaden your perspective with the Canon EF 17-40mm ultra-wide-angle zoom lens. Ideal for both film and digital SLR Cameras, the lens offers three aspherical lens elements in addition to a Super UD (ultra-low dispersion) glass element, creating superior optics in all conditions. In addition, the lens focuses as close as 11 inches (0.28mm), and offers both Canon's full-time manual focus and a powerful ring-type ultra-sonic monitor (USM) that produces fast and silent autofocus. Other features include a constant f/4 maximum aperture, the choice of screw-in 77mm filters or a holder in the rear of the lens for up to three gel filters, and optical coatings optimized for use with digital Cameras. Boasting weather-resistant construction similar to other high-end L-series Cameras, the lens carries a one-year warranty. About half the price of the 16-35 f/2.8 lens, this L-series lens has an entirely new optical design with three Aspherical elements and a Super UD-glass element. The combination provides superb contrast and sharpness, even at the widest settings. It's ideal for both film and digital SLRs, and features the same weather-resistant design, rear gel filter holder, and high-speed Ultrasonic Motor as the EF 16-35mm lens. What's in the box: Canon EF 17-40mm f/4L USM Lens,E-77U 77mm Snap-On Lens Cap,Lens Dust Cap E (Rear),EW-83E Lens Hood,Lens Case LP1319 and 1-Year Warranty. Broaden your perspective with the Canon EF 17-40mm ultra-wide-angle zoom lens. Ideal for both film and digital SLR cameras, the lens offers three aspherical lens elements in addition to a Super UD (ultra-low dispersion) glass element, creating superior optics in all conditions. In addition, the lens focuses as close as 11 inches (0.28mm), and offers both Canon's full-time manual focus and a powerful ring-type ultra-sonic monitor (USM) that produces fast and silent autofocus. Other features include a constant f/4 maximum aperture, the choice of screw-in 77mm filters or a holder in the rear of the lens for up to three gel filters, and optical coatings optimized for use with digital cameras. Boasting weather-resistant construction similar to other high-end L-series cameras, the lens carries a one-year warranty. About half the price of the 16-35 f/2.8 lens, this L-series lens has an entirely new optical design with three Aspherical elements and a Super UD-glass element. The combination provides superb contrast and sharpness, even at the widest settings. It's ideal for both film and digital SLRs, and features the same weather-resistant design, rear gel filter holder, and high-speed Ultrasonic Motor as the EF 16-35mm lens. What's in the box: Canon EF 17-40mm f/4L USM Lens,E-77U 77mm Snap-On Lens Cap,Lens Dust Cap E (Rear),EW-83E Lens Hood,Lens Case LP1319 and 1-Year Warranty.
From the Manufacturer
Broaden your perspective with the Canon EF 17-40mm ultra-wide-angle zoom lens. Ideal for both film and digital SLR cameras, the lens offers three aspherical lens elements in addition to a Super UD (ultra-low dispersion) glass element, creating superior optics in all conditions. In addition, the lens focuses as close as 11 inches (0.28mm), and offers both Canon's full-time manual focus and a powerful ring-type ultra-sonic monitor (USM) that produces fast and silent autofocus. Other features include a constant f/4 maximum aperture, the choice of screw-in 77mm filters or a holder in the rear of the lens for up to three gel filters, and optical coatings optimized for use with digital cameras. Boasting weather-resistant construction similar to other high-end L-series cameras, the lens carries a one-year warranty.
- Focal length: 17-40mm
- Maximum aperture: 1:4
- Lens construction: 12 elements in 9 groups
- Diagonal angle of view: 104 to 57 degrees (at 30 feet)
- Focus adjustment: Inner focusing system with USM
- Closest focusing distance: 0.9 feet
- Zoom system: Rotating type
- Filter size: 77mm
- Dimensions: 3.3 inches in diameter, 3.8 inches long
- Weight: 1.1 pounds
About half the price of the 16-35 f/2.8 lens, this L-series lens has an entirely new optical design with three Aspherical elements and a Super UD-glass element. The combination provides superb contrast and sharpness, even at the widest settings. It's ideal for both film and digital SLRs, and features the same weather-resistant design, rear gel filter holder, and high-speed Ultrasonic Motor as the EF 16-35mm lens.
What's in the box: Canon EF 17-40mm f/4L USM Lens,E-77U 77mm Snap-On Lens Cap,Lens Dust Cap E (Rear),EW-83E Lens Hood,Lens Case LP1319 and 1-Year Warranty.
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Customers like the quality, value, image quality and color of the camera lens. They mention that it's weather sealed, has superior build quality, and feels like a quality piece of glass. They appreciate the performance, zoom, and speed. However, some customers are mixed on sharpness.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the camera lens. They mention that it has a superior build quality, it feels like a quality piece of glass, and it's nicely machined. Customers also say that it'll be a solid replacement for a kit lens and is built like - a tank.
"...In opposite! The build quality is great. A very sturdy piece of glass, good weight to carry it around all day, attached to a big camera such as the..." Read more
"...this one is full-frame compatible, it's weather sealed, it has superior build quality, it's an L lens with that unmistakable red ring at the end,..." Read more
"...Simply beautiful images straight out of camera. The build quality is top notch as well, the zoom and focus rings are very smooth and well damped...." Read more
"...It is a solid and reliable tool, well made, and provides excellent images." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the lens. They say it is well worth the difference in price, reasonable, and a good buy overall. Customers also mention that it is an excellent option for APS-C size sensors.
"...This is in fact of the most affordable lenses by Canon. And yes, call it: BANG FOR THE BUCK...." Read more
"...I give this lens 5/5 stars, simply due to its extremely affordable price (for an L lens) and excellent performance...." Read more
"...lens (capture range from slightly wide to ultrawide) and its relatively low price for a complicated semi-specialty lens...." Read more
"...My final analysis is that this company is well worth the money they ask for this lens. The delivery was fast and perfect!..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the image quality of the lens. They mention that it produces stellar images, good close ups of objects, and amazing improvement upon image quality when moving from the 18-55mm IS. The lens is great for catching landscapes and interior shots, making for great perspective shots and closeups. Customers are also surprised to hear that the ultrawide lens can produce interesting portraits. They say it's a good close-up lens for indoor photos if you have good light.
"...The details, the saturation and the contrast are great with this lens. Moreover you can get really really close to the object...." Read more
"...I've found this lens is perfect for social gatherings and essential for group shots...." Read more
"...Simply beautiful images straight out of camera. The build quality is top notch as well, the zoom and focus rings are very smooth and well damped...." Read more
"...Some may also be surprised to hear that the ultrawide lens can produce interesting portraits when the goal is not just to show the individual, but..." Read more
Customers like the color of the camera lens. They say the color reproduction is very good, with realistic skin tones and high contrast. However, some customers report that the color and light were flat. The lens has very little flare and loss of contrast, and the kids love the distorted look when taking pictures up close.
"...looks sexy because of the red ring ;)5) Compatible with FF DLSRs (for the future)!And lastly, yes this lens does not have IS...." Read more
"...However, these are not big issues. Contrast and color with this lens is excellent...." Read more
"...One thing I love most about this lens is the contrast and color rendition. Simply beautiful images straight out of camera...." Read more
"...Pro: excellent picture quality, great picture contrast, smooth focusing motors, excellent glass quality...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the performance of the lens. They mention that it performs beautifully, is satisfied with results, and works well enough in low light. Customers also say that it works great on Canon digital cameras and that the weight, shot qualities, and high-ISO performance are perfect.
"...say is that in good to decent light conditioning this lens is performing at its best!..." Read more
"...On the 7D it's even better with the excellent high-ISO performance of that camera (I can shoot at ISO 3200 to 5000 without much concern)...." Read more
"...It still performs great and is a blast to use for dramatic perspectives. One of the most fun lenses to mount to the camera IMO...." Read more
"...It has a certain feel to it that is indescribable. Its a pleasure to use. Mounted on my Rebel Xti, it is well balanced...." Read more
Customers generally like the zoom of the lens. For example, they say it has a very useful focal lengths range, and a versatile zoom range for landscapes. The focus and zoom rings are smooth and well-damped, and the close focus distance is very useful. Overall, most are happy with the zoom and focus capabilities of the product.
"...Nice, smooth Bokeh!2) The build quality..." Read more
"...With one in place, the zoom extension is completely internal, so there's no change in length when zooming from wide to the long end...." Read more
"...The build quality is top notch as well, the zoom and focus rings are very smooth and well damped...." Read more
"...Pro: excellent picture quality, great picture contrast, smooth focusing motors, excellent glass quality...." Read more
Customers like the speed of the camera lens. They mention that it has an ultra-fast, quiet auto focus that allows them to shoot fast and get a crisp image. They also say that the lens is solidly built and light.
"...The focus and zoom rings couldn't be smoother and AF is fast...." Read more
"...The delivery was fast and perfect!10 out of 10 stars!" Read more
"...Extremely fast lens, it works with the Autofocus on the 5D in the sub-second range, letting you use it almost as a point and shoot...." Read more
"...When focusing it's very quick and quite, also a nice perk is its ability to zoom without having to extend out of the tube...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the sharpness of the lens. Some mention it's extremely sharp, while others say it produces no better pictures. Some say the lens is not great with portraits and the background blur is not as good.
"...While it is reasonably sharp at f4 across the focal range, it is not as sharp as when stopped down to f5.6...." Read more
"...24-70mm f/2.8 L - extremely fast, extremely sharp. Sharp as a tack!..." Read more
"...gets mixed reviews for the most part mainly due to poor corner and edge resolution wide open...." Read more
"...This lens is lighter and just as sharp. THE ONLY THING that you get out of the 16-35 is the extra millimeter and the extra stop...." Read more
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About the delivery/service: (skip this part if you are only interest in the lens review :) )
Usually I am very content with amazon's service. They respond fast and if something goes wrong, they compensate one.
Unfortunately this time, things weren't as great. And to be honest I was just disappointed of the service.
I have an Amazon-Prime account and therefore 2days delivery was 'guaranteed' (cite) since I have purchased this item from amazon. If it was not amazon prime and if it was just delayed for a day, I wouldn't bother mentioning it. Yet this time, the delivery was all confusing. I received daily messages that the item was out for delivery and a couple hours later that the item has to be sent back because of a wrong location. The lens ended up coming late about one week. All wouldn't be as but if I didn't have work to do and a travel for the weekend, for which I both bought this lens for. It is not the fact that it came late which disappoints me so much, it was the fact that amazon guaranteed
two day shipping and as they were usually reliable, I sold my other lens, expecting this one to come on time (It should have come on Wednesday, so I did calculate a possible two day delay...). It is moreover the opportunity costs I had to pay because I did not have a lens in this range neither for work, nor for my journey.
Amazon did offer me some kind of compensation on the first day of delay, a $15 certificate for the next purchase from amazon.com. To be honest with you, this was not worth even a tiny bit of what I missed due to the delay. And until now, I haven't received any information about the further process yet. In this case they should have kept better contact with their delivery/supply chain.
Now we come to the hot part :D
As you can see I still gave the lens 5 stars, because the lens itself is a great piece of glass. I got the lens while it was still on a very good deal!
I just got my copy of this lens today and tried it out right away and I am already happy with this lens! And as you can see I wasn't able to wait to share my excitement (which was quite dampened by the delay though)
Just look at the pictures which were uploaded. This thing is just great!
1) Overall first impression and optical quality:
I am currently using a Canon 7D. My other lenses are: Canon 70-200mm f/4 L, Canon 50mm f/1.8 and Rokinon 8mm f/3.5 fisheye.
The Canon 17-40mm f/4 L just completes my kit.
I haven't had the opportunity to fully tet the lens yet. What I can say is that in good to decent light conditioning this lens is performing at its best! The details, the saturation and the contrast are great with this lens. Moreover you can get really really close to the object. I have the feeling that you could use this one even as a macro lens. I might be one of the lucky person who got a very good copy of this lens, but I am very pleased with Canon so far and think, that their Quality control is really good.
And yes - this thing is BOKEHLICOUS :) Nice, smooth Bokeh!
2) The build quality
Those who had the pleasure to use L lenses before can tell that the build quality and ergonomic of these or second to none.
And the 17-40mm f/4 L is no exception. In fact, this lens is one of the lightest Canon L lenses. But lighter does not mean cheaper. In opposite! The build quality is great. A very sturdy piece of glass, good weight to carry it around all day, attached to a big camera such as the 7D or 5D MarkII without getting tired.
One also has to mention that this lens is weather sealed. IMPORTANT NOTICE: The weather sealing is only complete when you mount a 77mm UV Filter onto it (I decided to buy Hoya . very good quality, reasonable price. No flare at all.)
3) The price
This is in fact of the most affordable lenses by Canon. And yes, call it: BANG FOR THE BUCK. Of course, everything has to be regarded in relative terms. Whoever can really call around $700 to be cheap probably doesn't have quite a tight wallet as most of us.
But in terms of L lenses, yes, this one is one of the most inexpensive glasses you can get. And don't be fooled by the price, this has nothing to do with the quality!
4) What's great about it?
a) It is an L lens
b) Resale price does not drop significantly over time
c) comes with leather lens-bag and hood (for ASP-C DSLRs one has to be another hood though, since this is actually a FF lens)
4) looks sexy because of the red ring ;)
5) Compatible with FF DLSRs (for the future)!
And lastly, yes this lens does not have IS. But at this wide angle one usually does not need one.
And yes, this lens only has an aperture of f4. But as always, ask yourself what you really need and if you really need the extra stop to f2.8 which costs you almost $1000 more. For me, this lens is all fine. Shooting in really poor light conditions might be a little tough, but that's when you should use a flash and/or a monopod/tripod. But even handheld I did not have a huge problem with this lens, most of all because of the ability of the newer cameras such as the Canon 7D to perform quite well in low light in terms of dealing with high ISO.
An update will be coming soon, which will include more about the performance in normal and also in low light!
This lens is a fixed f4. If you buy the lens with the understanding it is not an f2.8 and will not get you the lower ISO and/or faster shutter speed of an f2.8, the lens does very well in most shooting situations. On the 7D it's even better with the excellent high-ISO performance of that camera (I can shoot at ISO 3200 to 5000 without much concern). While it is reasonably sharp at f4 across the focal range, it is not as sharp as when stopped down to f5.6. Also, boarder sharpness falls-off a bit wide open and close to 40mm. However, these are not big issues. Contrast and color with this lens is excellent. My only caution from experience is to be careful when adjusting the point-of-focus to depth-of-field balance with the micro AF adjust on the camera (if you have that feature). What may appear to be a correct adjustment with a focus scale sheet that uses the center of the field, may end up causing excessive edge softness of your images due to the edge of the frame starting to fall out of the depth of field. I believe this may be due to the field curvature characteristic of a wide angle lens where the focal plane is not equidistant from the camera lens but slightly curved. I spent some time setting the correct AF micro adjustment by photographing a large bulletin board with very small lettering and symbols across both dimensions while making sure the camera was pointed square to the center so that all corners were equal distance from the camera. Once you have this dialed-in, you can test the center-to-corner sharpness of your lens at different focal lengths and apertures and determine whether you may have any sharpness issues with your copy. Initially I thought I had a bad lens copy that was soft and de-centered, but after getting this procedure right, the lens proved to be sharp.
While there are other excellent options such as the Canon 17-55 EF-S f2.8 lens, this one is full-frame compatible, it's weather sealed, it has superior build quality, it's an L lens with that unmistakable red ring at the end, and it's the next greatest lens bargain second to the 70-200 f4L. While the hood may look odd, remember that it was intended for a full-frame camera where this lens would be a true 17-40mm - making a shallow hood necessary.
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