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5 |
GREAT EVERYDAY LENS
- Pros: Perfect zoom range for an everyday lens, for me anyway. Very wide and 85mm zoom is more powerful than I expected. IS is great and makes this lens so much more versatile. Incredibly fast focus. IS is pretty fast acting also.
- Cons: Not as big of an improvement in focus and crispness as I expected. But I'm viewing on a computer screen only and suspect I need to print these to really see the sharpness. LENS CREEP AFTER A FEW WEEKS AND NO ZOOM LOCK LIKE MY CHEAPER SIGMA LENS. If you grab the camera and try to snap off a quick shot, occasionally you'll catch IS right as it snaps into place causing a lot of blur. You won't notice this except when you're in a big hurry.
- Other Thoughts: I think they quit making this lens. Get one while you still can.
Best kit lens replacement
- Pros: wide zoom range 17-85mm
Image Stabilizer
Quality optics/construction
Fast focus
- Cons: Chromatic abbreviation in some cases at lower than 35mm
Not a f2.8
No optional extras (lens hood, UV filter)
Heavy compared to kit lens and a lot larger
- Other Thoughts: If you're not sure if buying a camera for 500 bucks and then paying the same for the lens is worth it, think no more.
This lens is an absolute bargain, loaded with great optics, optical image stabilizer and ultrasonic motor it is worth every penny. A lot better image sharpness / quality compared to kit lens, better zoom, fast focus, stabilizer for low light conditions/ macro jut make this lens the best kit replacement. Like others said, it is a dust magnet so pick up a UV filter just to keep the dust off. This one is half as much as the 17-55mm IS USM f2.8 and though it does perform better in low light settings, it's not worth the price as it offers the same picture quality as the 17-85mm IS USM.
Bottom line: If you're not sure if it's worth it, save up for it, pick it up and just see the difference. You won't want to return to the stock lens. Ever again.
best walkaround lens for the price
- Pros: Best walkaround lens for the price for a cropped body (Canon 20D,30D,40D,XT,XTi,XS,XSi). Even though I have several L-lenses, I still go back to this lens for those casual family photos and outings.
- Cons: It is a dust magnet. Put a lens filter on this lens and you'll prevent most of the dust from entering into the lens.
- Other Thoughts: If you could afford the more expensive EF-S 17-55/2.8 IS USM lens (also available here at NewEgg), that is a noticeably faster lens (fixed f/2.8 opening).
| Model |
| Brand |
Canon |
| Model |
EF-S 17-85mm f/4-5.6 IS USM |
| Type |
Zoom Lens |
| Spec |
| Diameter |
67mm |
| Compatibility |
EF-S lens mount |
| Specifications |
Focal Length & Maximum Aperture: 17 - 85mm; 1:4-5.6
Lens Construction: 17 elements in 12 groups
Diagonal Angle of View: 78° 30' - 18° 25'
Focus Adjustment: Inner focusing system, with focusing cam
Closest Focusing Distance: 0.35m - 1.15 ft.
Zoom System: Ring USM
Max. Diameter x Length, Weight: 3.1" x 3.6", 16.8 oz. / 78.5 x 92mm, 475g |
| Features |
| Features |
Compact, lightweight design with a 5x zoom ratio -- 28 to 135mm equivalent
Excellent optical quality: Aspheric element with two Aspherical surfaces utilized
Close-focusing to 1.15 feet -- at 135mm, fills the frame with subject 3 x 4.4 inches
Ring-type Ultrasonic motor for superior AF performance; allows full-time MF
Image Stabilization extends the lens's usefulness in low-light levels
Circular aperture design -- natural highlights, even stopped down two stops
Non-rotating front element; lens length does not change during focusing |
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Reviewed By: bmcassagne on 10/13/2009
Tech Level: high - Ownership: 1 week to 1 month
