Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM Lens
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Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM Lens

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  • Min Aperture: f/22
  • Camera Format: Digital SLR
  • Focus Type: Autofocus Manual Focus
  • Lens Max Aperture: f/2.8
  • Focal Length: 17mm - 55mm
  • Lens Type: Zoom Lens
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Canon EF-S 17-55mm f2.8 IS USM - A Whole Different Kind of Animal

bysoupcraze Jul 12, 2008
29 Helpfuls 30 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Amazing Image Quality; Amazing Versatility; Very Good Build Quality; Image Stabilization
Cons Not L-Build Quality; Can't Use Onboard Flash; Not Compatible with Full-Frame Bodies;...
Recommended it? Yes

An EF-S lens. $1,000. I told myself repeatedly that I would not buy it. I mean come on, a non-L series lens for this much money? You have got to be kidding me? After killing myself over the decision between the Canon EF 24-105mm F4L IS USM and the Canon EF 24-70mm F2.8L USM lenses, I somehow ended... Read full review »

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Delivers on what it has advertized

bygvfarns May 26, 2009
13 Helpfuls 14 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Good build quality, optics, IS. EXCELLENT USM focus mechanism. Very useful focal lenth...
Cons heavy, easy to get fingerprints on, pricey
Recommended it? Yes

Like so many people, I bought this to replace my kit lens. In my case that's the 18-55mm IS associated with the XSI. The main issue I had with that lens was the variable (and small) aperature.  I wanted constant 2.8 without sacrificing zoom or IS. That's what you get here. 

The kit lens is... Read full review »

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Canon EF-S 17-55 A Great Lens for All Occasions

bywildflower2210 Jan 28, 2009
10 Helpfuls 11 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Crispness in the photos and versatility of uses.
Cons The cost is high but it is well worth it.
Recommended it? Yes

I purchased the Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM Lens primarily for my wedding photography business.  This lens has proven to be more valuable to me than I ever could have imagined.

The images it produces are very sharp.  I use this lens in my studio now because it really brings out sharp,... Read full review »

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The almost perfect lense

bydelay Sep 19, 2007
9 Helpfuls 10 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros everything in a package, wide angle, IS, fast aperture, great optics, great motor
Cons cost, range
Recommended it? Yes

This is an incredible piece of lense and I am extremely satisfied with the purchase. Its got almost everything I wanted, IS, large aperture for a zoom, ultra fast focusing with USM, superior image quality in a wide angle lense. The first day I bought it, I used it in an cocktail party with... Read full review »

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Nearly "L" quality at a full "L" price

bygunf1ghter Dec 4, 2007
8 Helpfuls 9 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Very fast, Canon's best Image stabilization, L quality color.
Cons Excessive price and weight.
Recommended it? Yes

The Canon 17-55 IS lens seems to be a bit of a conundrum. Priced in "L" territory the 17-55 falls short in a few key areas that will leave veteran photogs scratching their heads trying to figure out just what Canon was thinking.

This new lens is currently the best, professional class lens... Read full review »

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It's like my legendary Canon EF 50mm f/1.4 was stretched into a zoom!

bydjsepinions Jan 15, 2009
7 Helpfuls 8 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros All the best of the EF 50mm f/1.4 in a short range zoom.
Cons Peformance this great carries higher costs for the lens, accessories and weight.
Recommended it? Yes

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Almost, But not quite...

byandgott Mar 24, 2008
7 Helpfuls 8 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Nice range, IS
Cons Kind of expensive
Recommended it? Yes

This lens is a nice, sharp piece of glass, but for the price, you can do MUCH better in the Canon line.

If you are replacing a 'kit' lens, you will be floored by the difference- There is simply NO comparison. However, placed side by side with an "L" series, you will be disappointed. It... Read full review »

7

Expensive non-L lens

bymarketv Jun 3, 2007
7 Helpfuls 8 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Very Sharp, Super fast AF speed, IS feature
Cons Expensive! Lack of the L lens bokeh quality, built quality and packaging...only a EF-S...
Recommended it? Yes

It carries a L lens price tag and it is made of some L lens elements. Very sharp across the f/stops even wide open at 2.8... Comparable to 24-70/2.8L and 17-40/4L sharpness at the corresponding widest apreture. Focus is very fast and zoom ring is smooth.

IS on this lens is very useful... Read full review »

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Love this lens!

bynicoleinfl Dec 15, 2008
4 Helpfuls 5 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros I/S, durable, excellent for low light shots.
Cons heavy, pricy, lens hood not included.
Recommended it? Yes

I purchased this lens to use with my 40D. It is the only lens I have right now. I did a lot of research before purchasing it as the price tag was rather steep. I can honestly say I have no regrets. This lens, due its wide angle and zoom, is a great all purpose lens. My primary uses are... Read full review »

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great canon USM lens

byClassyabby92 Apr 28, 2010
Helpful? 1 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Good Quality, Fast Focus, Quality Construction
Cons None submitted
Recommended it? Yes

I love this camera lens so much.it shows so clearly and its density is amazing.I would tell anyone to purchase it. Read full review »

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Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM Ultra Wide Angle Zoom Lens for for 40D, 30D, 20D, & Digital Rebel Cameras Only - U.S.A. Warranty

The EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM offers image quality on a par with Canon's highly regarded L-series lenses. It has a large maximum aperture which, combined with higher shutter speeds can minimize subject motion blur. Shallow depth-of-field separation of a subject from its background is much easier to achieve and the f/2.8 maximum aperture allows a bright finder and extremely precise focusing with f/2.8 compatible AF sensors. The internal stabilization has a sharpness benefit equivalent to a three-stop faster shutter speed, making this lens outstanding in low light situations. Smaller and lighter than lenses of similar specifications, the EF-S 17-55 mm f/2.8 IS USM lens has a 35mm equivalent focal length of 27-88mm Please Note: This lens is compatible only with the EOS 20D, EOS 30D, EOS 40D, EOS 50D, 7D and all EOS Rebel and EOS Digital Rebel models with APS-C sized sensors Not suitable for 35mm film SLR cameras, or for 35mm size "full-frame" digital cameras, e.g. 1Ds or Kodak Pro SLR/c.

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Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM Lens for Canon DSLR Cameras

To meet user demands for a fast EF-S zoom lens, Canon has specially designed a new lens with a large aperture of f/2.8 for select Canon Digital SLR cameras.* The large circular aperture produces a shallow depth-of-field, creating background blur that draws attention to the photographic subject. The lens construction includes UD and aspherical elements, which deliver impressive image quality throughout the entire zoom range. Image Stabilizer lens groups shift to compensate for camera movement so that the image appears steady on the image plane, ensuring clear, crisp images, even in dim light. With a Ring-type USM, inner focusing and new AF algorithms, this lens achieves autofocus quickly and quietly, and with full-time mechanical manual focusing, manually adjusting the focus is possible even in AF mode.

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Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM Zoom Lens + Bower Professional 77mm Lens Hood + Giottos Anti-Static Microfiber Cleaning Pouch + Lens Pen Cleaning System + Giotto's Super Rocket Air Blower + Professional 77mm multi-Coated 3pc Essential Filter Kit and Much More! Willoughby's Est. 1898 Canon Lens Bundle

To meet user demands for a fast EF-S zoom lens, Canon has specially designed a new lens with a large aperture of f/2.8 for select Canon Digital SLR cameras.* The large circular aperture produces a shallow depth-of-field, creating background blur that draws attention to the photographic subject. The lens construction includes UD and aspherical elements, which deliver impressive image quality throughout the entire zoom range. Image Stabilizer lens groups shift to compensate for camera movement so that the image appears steady on the image plane, ensuring clear, crisp images, even in dim light. With a Ring-type USM, inner focusing and new AF algorithms, this lens achieves autofocus quickly and quietly, and with full-time mechanical manual focusing, manually adjusting the focus is possible even in AF mode. The Willoughby's Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM Zoom Lens Kit Includes: 1. Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM Zoom Lens. 2. Canon Front and Rear Lens Caps. 3. Bower Professional 77mm Lens Hood. 4. Giottos Anti-Static Microfiber Cleaning Pouch. 5. Lens Pen Cleaning System. 6. Lens Cap Holder. 7. Professional 77mm Multi-Coated 3pc Essential Filter Kit. 8. Giotto's Super Rocket Air Blower. 9. Willoughby's Exclusive Micro Fiber Cleaning Cloth. *1-Year Warranty.

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