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Would you still buy the EF-S 17-55mm 2.8 IS USM?

Started Jan 16, 2018 | Discussions thread
MikeJ9116 Veteran Member • Posts: 6,957
Re: Would you still buy the EF-S 17-55mm 2.8 IS USM?

Pepege wrote:

Recently I bought a Sigma Art 18-35mm 1.8 to improve the low light capabilities. But unfortunately it didn't work with DPAF on my 80D. A second copy had the same problems, so I gave it back with a heavy heart. It is such a nice, fast and optically great lens. Why can't they solve these annoying AF problems in their lenses...?

The only lens, that comes near to Sigma's 18-35 is Canon's EF-S 17-55 2.8. Introduced in 2006 I think it is due for an update. Or would you still buy it for new???

What would you like to have in an updated EF-S 17-55?

  • Faster?
  • 4-stop IS?
  • STM or nano USM?
  • Better sealing against dust?

Personally, I don't think Canon if offer something as fast as Sigma on their ASP-C lineup. But a mk II with improved IS and STM would be nice, wouldn't it?

I would rather see an update to the EF-S 15-85mm before the EF-S 17-55mm although both need an update.  The 15-85mm range is more useful to me.  I have owned the EF-S 17-55mm since the 60D came out and it has served me very well.  It is not meant for video but it is tack sharp and is an "L" lens in all but build quality, IMO.

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