Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L II USM Review

It may be pricey, but the Canon 16-35mm full-frame lens is well established. What Digital Camera's Canon 16-35mm lens review finds out if it's still worth splashing out for

Product Overview

Overall rating:

91%

Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L II USM

Image Quality:90%
Performance:90%
Value:90%
Overall score:91%
Design:95%
Features:90%

Pros:

  • Proven pedigree

Cons:

  • Showing its age slightly

Product:

Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L II USM Review

Manufacturer:

Price as reviewed:

£1,129.00

sample images

Verdict

Overall the Canon 16-35mm optic is a fine lens, though there is no escaping that it’s beginning to show its age. The observed areas of weakness can most likely be traced to previous poor handling.

Details

Focal Length:16-35mm
Dimensions:88 x 112mm
Weight:635g
Maximum Aperture:f/2.8 (constant)
Lens Construction:16 elements in 12 groups
Minimum Focus:0.28m
Other:Full-Frame, 3 aspherical profiles and 2 UD elements
Filter Thread:82mm
Optional Accessories:Lens hood plus soft case included
Lens Mount:Canon
Minimum Aperture:f/22 (constant)
Sample Photos:view sample images
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