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Canon EF 16-35mm F2.8L USM

Announced Sep 26, 2001 •
Wideangle zoom lens | Canon EF
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Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L USM Ultra Wide Angle Zoom Lens for Canon SLR Cameras (Discontinued by Manufacturer)
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Announced Sep 26, 2001
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Manufacturer description: To meet the growing demand of digital SLR owners, this ultra-wide-angle zoom offers a broader view, fast aperture, and closer focusing down to 11 in. (.28m). The first EF wide-angle zoom to combine three Aspherical elements and Canon’s UD glass, the lens remains compact while providing superior image quality across its range. Constructed to pro standards, it’s also highly resistant to dust and moisture.

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Quick specs
Lens type Zoom lens
Focal length 16–35 mm
Image stab. No
Lens mount Canon EF
Max aperture F2.8
Min aperture F22
Min focus 0.28 m (11.02″)
Max magnification 0.22×
Weight 600 g (1.32 lb)
Length 103 mm (4.06″)

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