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Your Canon EF Lens Guide
How to read MTF charts

MTF charts might look confusing at first, but they provide vital
information about lens performance.
Contrast lines above 0.8

indicate superior contrast.
Lenses that demonstrate good

edge performance have almost
horizontal lines.
Performance
1
0.9
0.8
0.7
0.6
0.5
Resolution lines above 0.6

indicate good sharpness.
0.4
The closer the Sagittal and

Meridional lines are together, the
more natural the blurred parts of
an image appear.
0.3
0.2
0.1
0
0
5
Spatial
frequency
10
Maximum aperture
S
M
15
20 (mm) Distance from

centre of frame
f/8
10 lines/mm
30 lines/mm
The more the S and M curves are in line, the more natural the
blurred image becomes
An MTF (Modulation Transfer Function) chart indicates the resolution and contrast of a lens
from the centre to the corner of an image both at the lens maximum aperture and at f/8.
The graph is calculated from the lens ability to reproduce sets of extremely fine lines both
parallel to the image diagonal (Sagittal) and perpendicular to the image diagonal (Meridional).
One set of lines is spaced with 10 lines per millimetre (lpmm) and is used to indicate contrast.
A second set, at 30 lines per millimetre, indicates resolution (sharpness).
A Canon MTF chart is made up of 8 graph lines in two colours. The 4 black lines represent
the lens performance at maximum aperture while the 4 blue lines indicate performance
at f/8. Thick lines show contrast (10 lpmm) and thin lines resolution (30 lpmm). The lines
representing sagittal detail are shown as solid lines. The lines representing meridional detail
are shown dashed.
For zoom lenses, charts are provided for both the minimum and maximum focal lengths.
The perfect lens would show both solid and dashed lines running horizontally across the top
of the chart in other words, showing 100% accuracy throughout the frame. In practice no
such lens exists, so you will see some amount of variance with even the very best lenses on
the market.
How to read mtf charts
Contents
Introduction
The EF Advantage
Choosing a Lens
Making Sense of Lens Names
11
Icons used
in this guide
? .....Glossary
31 .....Page link
.....Tip
i .....Info
EF-S Zoom Lenses
13
EF Fixed Length Lenses
21
EF Zoom Lenses
41
Macro Lenses
53
Tilt and Shift Lenses
57
Accessories
61
Specifications
65
Glossary
69
Table of Contents
EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM 1/60sec f/2.8 4
Get ready to explore

Where do you want to take your photography? Perhaps you are just starting out and exploring
the possibilities. Or maybe you have found your style and want the ideal lens to do it justice.
This guide is for everyone who loves photography. If you are looking for some direction, be
sure to read pages 6 to 11. If you are an experienced photographer, jump straight ahead to the
lenses themselves.
The breadth of the EF lens range can be overwhelming, but its also what makes the EOS
system so special. Whether you are amateur or professional, capturing panoramic vistas
or studio portraits, youll find a lens in these pages to suit your needs. From 14mm ultra
wide-angle to 800mm super telephoto, each of the 60+ models in the EF lens collection
gives a unique dimension to your photographic vision. When it comes to choice, no other
manufacturer compares. And as youll see through the sample images in this guide, EF lens
quality speaks for itself. Take a look at the options and start your journey today.
INTRODUCTION
The EF Advantage
What sets the EF lens range apart? Innovation.
Canon has been pursuing the perfect lens
for more than six decades. This pursuit has
generated a raft of pioneering technologies, the
very best of which are found in todays line-up.
Aspherical lenses
Canon was the first company to introduce aspherical
elements for SLR lenses to counteract the problem of
spherical aberration ? . These special elements play an
integral part in delivering the corner-to-corner sharpness and
clarity of top performers in the EF range.
Image Stabilizer
Pioneered by Canon in 1995, Image Stabilizer technology
uses gyro sensors to detect and compensate for unwanted
camera shake. Todays IS systems allow photographers to
shoot up to 5 stops slower with no increase in blur. Since the
Image is stabilised within the lens instead of the camera,
the IS system can be optimised for each model. Whats
more, the auto focus system has a steady image to work
with and the photographer gets a steady image through the
viewfinder.
? Spherical aberration
An optical phenomenon whereby
light rays entering at the edges of
spherical lens elements converge
at slightly different focal points to
light rays entering from the centre.
This produces soft, low contrast
images that look as if covered with
a thin veil. Aspherical lenses are
used to counteract this problem.
? Chromatic aberration
An optical phenomenon caused
by different wavelengths of light
bending at different angles when
passing through the lens, resulting
in colour distortion.
i Canons Sub Wavelength
Structure (SWC) anti-reflective
coating is what is known as
a biomimetic technology
mimicking a phenomenon found
in nature. Working at the nanoscale, the SWC coating is inspired
by features found within the eyes
of moths.
Fluorite and UD lens elements

Fluorite crystal and Ultra-low Dispersion (UD) glass elements
combat chromatic aberration ? or fringing. By virtue
of their special diffraction properties, these materials keep
colours accurate and contrast high.
Lens coatings
Light reflected off lens elements and the image sensor can
cause ghosting (secondary images) and flare to appear
in images. Canons Super Spectra coating absorbs light
rather than reflecting it. The new Subwavelength structure
coating (SWC) goes one step further, effectively eliminating
problematic reflections to ensure crisp, undistorted images.
Ultrasonic Motor
The Ultrasonic Motor (USM) was introduced with the Canon
EF 300mm f/2.8L USM lens in 1987. Silent and accurate,
USM technology powers the rapid auto focusing performance
of almost every current EF lens.
EF Lens Technology
Choosing a lens
The following pages provide a general guide
to suitable lenses for different situations.
Ultimately, the right lens is the one that
matches your creative vision.
? Aperture The adjustable lens

opening through which light
passes to the image sensor or film.
Aperture size is indicated by an
F-stop the higher the value, the
smaller the lens opening.
Sports and Wildlife

For sports and wildlife photography, two factors are
paramount: reach and speed. Whether youre shooting
lions on the Serengeti or weekend football players in the
park, you need a lens that gets up close yet allows you to
keep your distance. Generally speaking, you should be
looking at telephoto lenses between the 100mm - 300mm
focal length range. By speed, we mean lenses that focus
quickly and transmit enough light to allow for very fast
shutter speeds. A telephoto lens with a large maximum
aperture ? will give you this capability, but at a price. Here
are two recommendations to suit different budgets.
? Depth of field The zone of

sharpness in front of and behind
the subject on which the lens is
focused. Determined by aperture
size, focal length and focusing
distance.
Top lens:
EF 300mm f/2.8L IS USM 35
Mid range:
EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM 46
Portrait
The best portraits are those that approximate our human
interpretation of faces. In terms of focal length, that means
anything between 50mm and 100mm. A wide-angle lens
will accentuate extremities such as noses and ears. Telephoto
lenses will flatten the face into something two-dimensional
and uninspiring. Beyond focal length, a key consideration is
maximum aperture. Wider apertures allow you to achieve
finer depth of field ? . Distracting background detail is
blurred and the focal point of your photograph the subjects
face remains in sharp focus.
The effects of camera

movement are more noticeable
at higher focal lengths. Most
telephoto lenses feature Image
Stabilizer (IS) technology 6 to
compensate for this. If you are
shooting handheld without IS,
follow the reciprocal rule: you need
a shutter speed no slower than
1/focal length. So a focal length of
125mm would require a minimum
shutter speed of 1/125.
When choosing a portrait lens,
look for a circular aperture. The
shape of the aperture appears
in out of focus highlights and a
circular aperture leads to more
pleasing background blur.
Top lens:
EF 85mm f/1.2L II USM 30
Great budget option:
EF 50mm f1.8 II 28
Choosing a lens
Choosing a lens
Landscapes
A wide-angle lens will allow you to get more of the scene into
your photo while also giving a greater sense of depth and
distance. Aim for a focal length between 17mm and 24mm,
taking into account the crop factor ? for your camera. Most
landscape photography requires a large depth of field to get
as much of the scene as possible into focus. This means
that typically, you do not require a large maximum aperture.
What you do require is high quality optics to capture tiny
details in your scene.
Top lens:
EF 24mm 1.4L II USM 24
Mid range:
EF 17-40mm f/4L USM 42
Macro
Macro lenses allow you to capture tiny objects at life-size.
The main factor to consider when choosing a macro lens
is the focal length. Shorter focal lengths (50mm-60mm)
provide a wider field of view, which means you will typically
be capturing more background detail in the image. Since
you need to get right up close to your subject at these focal
lengths, your working distance will be shorter. Medium or
telephoto (90mm-180mm) macro lenses limit your field of
view so that the subject can take up the entire frame. You can
shoot from a greater distance useful when photographing
skittish insects.
? Crop Factor The APS-C sensor

on EOS models such as the 1000D,
450D, 500D, 40D and 50D is
smaller than a standard 36x24
millimetre frame. The smaller
sensor size has the effect of
cropping the available image area
of a standard EF lens, resulting in
a 1.6x magnification of the lens
focal length. This extra reach is
a welcome benefit for telephoto
shooting but limits the potential
of wide-angle lenses. EF-S lenses
were specifically developed to give
owners of these cameras more
wide-angle options.
One way to increase
magnification when shooting
macro subjects is to add an
extension tube between the
camera and the lens 56 . Extension
tubes dont have any glass in
them their purpose is to move
the lens further away from the
image sensor, thereby increasing
magnification and allowing
for a closer working distance.
The trade-off is that you lose the
ability to focus to infinity.
Light and compact:

EF-S 60mm f/2.8 Macro USM 54
Shoot from a distance:
EF 180mm f/3.5L Macro USM 56
Choosing a lens
Choosing a lens
Architecture
Perspective distortion is a common problem when
photographing buildings. The lines of a building tend to
converge when photographed, resulting in a slightly skewed
final image. A Tilt and Shift lens is a good solution. This is a
specialist lens that allows you to shift the lens axis away from
the centre of the frame. The vertical edges remain parallel,
achieving the same effect as specialist view cameras.
Another benefit is that the field of view is much wider than
would be possible using a normal lens of the same focal
length.
The professionals choice:
TS-E 17mm f/4L 58
Ultra wide-angle lenses (such

as the EF 14mm f/2.8L II USM) are
unsuitable for interior photography
since images at these focal lengths
often show barrel distortion at
the edges of the frame, with
straight lines appearing curved.
You can, however, correct much
of this distortion through the
lens aberration correction feature
in Digital Photo Professional
software.
When shooting interiors, use
a polarizing filter to reduce glare
from reflective surfaces.
Interiors
Interiors are notoriously tricky and require a deep
understanding of lighting and exposure techniques. You
will be working in a confined space, so look for a wide-angle
lenses to fit as much of the room into your shot as possible.
Interior shots typically require long exposures to gather
enough light. Large maximum apertures are not always
suitable due to the reduced depth of field, so a tripod is vital.
Top lens:
EF 16-35mm f/2.8L II USM 43
Good choice for EF-S mount cameras:
EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM 14
Choosing a lens
Zoom or Prime?
Zoom lenses offer several focal lengths within
a single lens. Non-zoom or prime lenses
provide a single, fixed focal length. Each has its
advantages.
i Recent developments in lens

technology are making zoom
lenses more portable than ever
before. The EF 70-300mm
f/4.5-5.6 DO IS USM, for example,
packs a wide zoom range into a
unit that is less than 10cm long.
Zoom lenses
The big benefit of a zoom lens is convenience. You can
shoot wide or at longer focal lengths without having to
change your lens mid-shoot. This is a factor to consider if you
regularly shoot in time-sensitive situations. Having several
focal lengths in one package also reduces the amount of
equipment youll need to carry.
i Super telephoto lenses are

only available as prime lenses.
The maximum focal length found
in an EF zoom is 400mm, while
prime lenses are available up to
800mm.
Prime lenses
Prime lenses generally offer a wider maximum aperture.
You can shoot in lower light, or use faster shutter speeds
when photographing action. If you like to shoot portraits,
the shallow depth of field offered by prime lenses should
be considered. Because they generally use fewer pieces
of glass, prime lenses are often sharper than their zoom
counterparts at equivalent focal lengths. A prime lens is also
a great learning tool when you are starting out: the fixed focal
length forces you to think carefully about each composition,
rather than simply zooming in on the subject.
Zoom or Prime? 10
Making Sense of Lens Names

Each EF lens is identified by a series of codes
which provide important information about its
characteristics.
Other lens codes

DO Uses Diffractive Optical
elements. 49
EF-S Designed for cameras with an
EF-S lens mount. 13
MP-E or Macro Designed for
Macro photography. 53
II or III Lens version. Lenses are
sometimes replaced with improved
models.
TS-E A specialist Tilt and Shift
lens. 57
EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS USM

100-400mm The focal length of the lens. A range of focal
lengths such as 24-105mm indicates a zoom lens.
f/4.5-5.6 The maximum aperture of the lens, expressed as
an F-stop. The smaller the F-stop, the wider the maximum
aperture. A number range indicates the maximum apertures
at each end of the zoom range.
L Indicates a professional L-series lens the ultimate in
image quality, durability and performance.
IS Indicates that the lens uses an Image Stabilizer 6 to
correct for unwanted camera shake. IS allows shooting at up
to 5 stops slower than would otherwise be possible.
USM Refers to Ultra Sonic Motor. Found in many Canon
lenses, the USM drives fast, silent and accurate autofocusing.
Making Sense of Lens Names 11
EF 24mm f/1.4L II USM 13sec f/6.3 12
EF-S 17-55 f/2.8 IS USM

Offering a constant f/2.8 aperture throughout
the zoom range and a 3-stop Image Stabilizer,
the EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM provides
outstanding performance and flexibility in low
light conditions.
With an effective focal length range of approximately
27-88mm (35 mm equivalent), the EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8
IS USM is a powerful lens that delivers remarkable image
quality. The large f/2.8 aperture provides excellent results in
low light conditions. The aperture remains constant through
the full focal length range, allowing you to use the focal
length you want without having to think about a change
in exposure. Canons 3-stop Image Stabilizer (IS) allows
you to hand hold the camera using shutter speeds of up to
3 stops slower, than usual with no perceptible increase in
image blur, making the EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM ideal for
handheld work.
FEATURES
f/2.8 aperture throughout
zoom range
3-stop Image Stabilizer
Fast, quiet auto focus
Super Spectra coating
Circular aperture for pleasing
background blur
Passes distance information
to E-TTL II
MTF Chart / LENS Diagram

EF-S
EF-S
17-55mm
17-55mm
f/2.8
f/2.8
IS IS
USM
USM WIDE
WIDE
EF-S
EF-S
17-55mm
17-55mm
f/2.8
f/2.8
IS IS
USM
USM
1 1
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ACCESSORIES
Ideal for
Lens Hood EW-83J

Soft Case LP1219
77mm Circular Polarizer
PL-C B
77mm Close-Up Lens
500D
Landscapes
Interiors
Portraits
Travel
Weddings
EF-S Zoom Lenses 15
EF-S 18-55mm f3.5-5.6 IS 1/125sec f/8
EF-S 17-85mm f/4-5.6 IS USM

Real freedom of framing in a lightweight, compact and
fast-focusing lens. The EF-S 17-85mm f/4-5.6 IS USM is an
excellent all-purpose lens for EF-S mount EOS cameras.
MTF Chart
1
EF-S EF-S
17-85mm
17-85mm
f/4-5.6
f/4-5.6
IS USM
IS USM
WIDEWIDE
EF-S EF-S
17-85mm
17-85mm
f/4-5.6
f/4-5.6
IS USM
IS USMTELETELE
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FEATURES
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10
Superb image quality

Lightweight and compact
Image Stabilizer - up to 3
stops compensation
Fast near-silent USM AF
Super Spectra coatings
Circular aperture
ACCESSORIES
Lens Hood EW-73B
Soft Case LP1116
67mm Circular
Polarizer PL-C B
Ideal for
General use
Travel
EF-S Zoom Lenses 16
EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS

Compact and affordable, the EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS is
the ideal general-purpose standard zoom. Its 4-stop Image
Stabilizer provides great performance in low light conditions.
MTF Chart
18-55mm
f/3.5-5.6
EF-S EF-S
18-55mm
f/3.5-5.6
IS IS WIDEWIDE
18-55mm
f/3.5-5.6
EF-S EF-S
18-55mm
f/3.5-5.6
IS IS TELETELE
1
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10
FEATURES
Approx. 29-88mm equivalent
focal length
Aspherical element
Super Spectra coating reduces
flare and ghosting
Circular aperture for good
bokeh
Fast auto focus with 25cm
close focusing distance
0.1
0
10
10
ACCESSORIES
33
33
Lens Hood EW-60C

Soft Case LP814
8mm Close-up
5
Lens 500D
33 58mm Circular
Polarizer PL-C B
33
EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 II

The EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 II is a standard zoom lens
specifically designed for EF-S mount digital SLRs. Its effective
focal length is equivalent to 29-88mm in 35mm film format.
MTF Chart
EF-S EF-S
18-55mm
18-55mm
f/3.5-5.6
f/3.5-5.6
II II WIDEWIDE
EF-S EF-S
18-55mm
18-55mm
f/3.5-5.6
f/3.5-5.6
II II
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TELETELE
0.1
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10
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13
FEATURES
Compact and lightweight
High image quality at all focal
lengths
Optimised lens coatings to
minimise ghosting and flare
Fast AF speed
Very close focusing distance
Lead-free optics
ACCESSORIES
Lens Hood EW-60C
Soft Case LP814
58mm Close-up
Lens 500D
58mm Circular
Polarizer PL-C B
EF-S Zoom Lenses 17
EF 100-400mm f4.5-5.6L IS USM-1/500sec. f/5.6
EF-S 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS

Compact proportions with a powerful zoom range of 11x
make this an ideal general-purpose zoom for photographers
on the go. Great low-light performance is assured by a 4-stop
Image Stabilizer.
MTF Chart
1
EF-SEF-S
18-200mm
18-200mm
f/3.5-5.6
f/3.5-5.6
IS IS WIDE
WIDE
1
EF-SEF-S
18-200mm
18-200mm
f/3.5-5.6
f/3.5-5.6
IS IS TELETELE
1
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0
FEATURES
10
10
10
10
ACCESSORIES
Lens Hood EW-78D
Soft Case LP1116

PL-C B
72mm Close-Up Lens
500D
11x zoom lens 18-200mm

4 stop Image Stabilizer
Automatic panning and tripod
detection
Close focusing distance of
0.45m
Aspherical and UD lens
elements
Super Spectra lens coatings
combat ghosting and flare
EF-S Zoom Lenses 18
EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS

With a focal length equivalent of 88-400mm
(35mm equivalent) and a 4-stop Image
Stabilizer, the EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS is
ideal for photographers seeking an affordable,
versatile lens for telephoto photography.
The large zoom range opens up new framing possibilities
for owners of EF-S mount cameras shooting wildlife, sports
and travel photography. Canons Image Stabilizer technology
allows the use of shutter speeds up to 4 times slower with no
perceptible increase in image blur dramatically expanding
the potential for low-light, handheld shooting. Photographers
normally shooting handheld at 1/250 sec can switch on
IS to obtain a similarly steady and blur-free result with a
shutter speed of just 1/15 second. Automatic panning
detection automatically turns off the Image Stabilizer in
either the horizontal or vertical direction when following
moving subjects. The lens incorporates a UD element to keep
secondary chromatic aberrations to a minimum for crisp,
high contrast results throughout the focal length range.
FEATURES
Affordable telephoto zoom
lens
88-400mm equivalent focal
length
4-stop Image Stabilizer with
automatic panning detection
UD element
Circular diaphragm

11
EF-S
EF-S55-250mm
55-250mmf/4-5.6
f/4-5.6ISIS
WIDE
WIDE
11
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00
EF-S
EF-S55-250mm
55-250mmf/4-5.6
f/4-5.6ISIS
55
10
10
00
00
55
10
10
Ideal for
ACCESSORIES
Lens Hood ET-60
Soft Case LP1019
PL-C B
58mm Close-Up Lens

500D
General use
Portraits
Travel
Wildlife
Sports
EF-S Zoom Lenses 19
EF 24mm f/1.4L II USM 3sec f/7.1 20
EF 20mm f/2.8 USM

An ultra wide-angle lens that offers good contrast and
faithful colour rendition. Easy to hold and carry at 405g,
it employs a floating rear focusing mechanism allowing
for sharp images at all subject distances.
MTF Chart
FEATURES
EF 20mm f/2.8 USM
1
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0.8
0.7
0.6
0.5
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0.1
0
10
15
20
ACCESSORIES
Lens Hood EW-75II
Soft Case LP1214

PL-C B
Lens construction:
11 elements in 9 groups
Diagonal angle of view: 94
Focus adjustment: Rear
focusing system with USM
Closest focusing distance:
0.25m / 0.8ft
Ultra wide-angle lens for serious applications.
Easy to hold and carry at 405
grams.
EF 24mm f/2.8
Highly popular wide-angle lens featuring a large aperture for
strong isolation of the subject and good performance in low
light. Floating rear focusing system corrects astigmatism and
delivers high contrast with sharp delineation.
FEATURES
MTF Chart
1
Lens construction:
focusing system with AFD
0.25m / 0.8ft
Filter size: 58mm
EF 24mm f/2.8
0.9
0.8
0.7
0.6
0.5
0.4
0.3
0.2
0.1
0
10
15
20
ACCESSORIES
Lens Hood EW-60II
Soft Case LP811
58mm Close-up Lens 500D

PL-C B
EF fixed lengtH Lenses 23
EF 24mm f/1.4L II USM

L-series optics and construction are just the
beginning of the EF 24mm f/1.4L II USM.
This wide-angle lens combines a 24mm focal length with a
large f/1.4 aperture, making it fast enough to stay effective
in a wide range of low-light situations from street reportage
to landscapes and interiors. Popular with photojournalists
for its wide-angle take on urban drama, it has also found
favour with interior photographers who value its peripheral
sharpness. The EF 24mm f/1.4L II USM incorporates several
advancements to counteract the problems commonly
associated with wide-angle lenses. Two GMo aspherical
elements control distortion and curvature of field, and
two Ultra-Low Dispersion (UD) lens elements minimise
the problem of chromatic aberration. The lens introduces
Canons Sub Wavelength Structure coating (SWC), a new
type of lens coating that is particularly effective at eliminating
ghosting and flare in wide-angle lenses.
FEATURES
Wide 24mm focal length
Fast f/1.4 aperture
elements
Sub Wavelength Structure
coating
USM focus motor with
full-time manual focus
Weather and dust seals
Ideal for
Landscapes
Interiors

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Lens Hood EW-83K
Soft Case LP1319
PL-C B
EF 28mm f/1.8 USM

The EF 28mm f/1.8 USM maintains high sharpness from the
centre to the corner of the frame, and includes an aspherical
lens element to correct spherical aberrations. The large
f/1.8 maximum aperture makes excellent background blur
possible even with a fast shutter speed.
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FEATURES
Focal length and maximum
aperture: 28 mm 1:1.8
Lens construction:
0.25m / 0.8ft
Filter size: 58mm
EF 28mm f/1.8 USM
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Lens Hood EW-63II
Soft Case LP814

PL-C B
EF 28mm f/2.8
Highly portable wide-angle lens with a good price-toperformance ratio. The high-precision aspherical lens
minimizes distortion and other aberrations for sharp images
with high contrast.
FEATURES
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Lens construction:
Focus adjustment:
Overall linear extension
system with AFD
0.3m / 1ft
Filter size: 52mm
EF 28mm f/2.8
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Lens Hood EW-65II
Soft Case LP1011

PL-C B
EF 35mm f/1.4L USM

This L-series professional f/1.4 wide-angle lens is highly
regarded by photojournalists for its sharpness and contrast.
The floating system enables high picture quality to be
obtained over the entire focusing range.
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EF 35mm f/1.4L USM
FEATURES
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Lens construction:
0.3m / 1ft
Filter size: 72mm
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72mm UV Protector filter
PL-C B
EF 35mm f/2
A fast 35mm wide-angle lens with a minimum focusing
distance of only 25cm. This means you can approach the
subject closely and still obtain a more natural, wide-angle
effect. The large aperture also makes it suitable for portrait
work.
FEATURES
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aperture: 35 mm 1:2
Lens construction:
Focus adjustment:
system with AFD
0.25m / 0.8ft
Filter size: 52mm
EF 35mm f/2
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Lens Hood EW-65II
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PL-C B
EF 50mm f/1.4 USM

Small and lightweight with remarkable optical
performance, the EF 50mm f/1.4 USM is an
excellent mid-range prime for users of all EOS
Digital cameras.
Owners of full frame cameras such as the EOS 5D and 1Ds
Mark III will appreciate the ability to achieve crisp images
with minimal flare at an angle of view that corresponds to
human perspective. Mounted on a camera with an APS-C
sensor (the EOS 50D or 1000D, for example), it provides an
effective focal length of 80mm, making it ideal as a short
telephoto portrait lens. Incorporating a Micro USM to drive
fast auto-focusing without compromising on size, the EF
50mm f/1.4 USM allows full-time manual focus for exacting
situations. A close focusing distance of just 45cm provides
added flexibility.
FEATURES
Lens construction:
Focus adjustment:
system with USM
0.45m / 1.5ft
Filter size: 58mm
Ideal for
General use
Portraits

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Lens Hood EW-71II
Soft Case LP1014
PL-C B
EF 50mm f/1.2L USM

Sharing the widest aperture of any lens in the range, the
super fast EF 50mm f/1.2L USM is a consummate low-light
performer; ideal for controlling depth of field and shooting
indoors flash free.
FEATURES
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L-series construction and

optics
Large f/1.2 aperture
Fast, quiet USM auto focus
Circular aperture for excellent
background bokeh
Soft case and lens hood
EF 50mm f/1.2L USM
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PL-C B
EF 50mm f/1.8 II
Compact and high-performance, this standard lens is the
lightest in the EF range at a mere 130g. Its Gaussian optics
provide sharp delineation from near to far focusing distances.
The colour balance is excellent for a standard lens.
FEATURES
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Diagonal Angle of View: 46

Lens Construction
(elements/groups): 6/5
No. of Diaphragm blades: 5
Minimum Aperture: 22
Closest Focusing
Distance (m): 0.45
Filter size: 52mm
EF 50mm f/1.8 II
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Lens Hood ES-62
+ supplied 62 adapter
Soft Case LP1014

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EF 85mm f/1.8 USM

Small, light and remarkable value, the
EF 85mm f/1.8 USM provides superb
performance that belies its wallet-friendly
price tag.
Small in size and light in weight, the EF 85mm f/1.8 USM
is a worthy addition to any portrait photographers kit
bag. Shoot wide open at f/1.8 for strong isolation of your
subject. With an 8-blade aperture diaphragm, the lens
produces exceptionally smooth, beautiful background blur.
The large maximum aperture will also appeal to wedding
photographers, who will value the extra low-light flexibility
it gives when shooting indoors or late into the evening.
Auto focus is quick and quiet, powered by a USM which also
allows for mechanical manual focus whenever necessary.
For owners of EF-S mount cameras, the EF 85mm f/1.8 USM
provides a focal length of approximately 135mm (35mm
equivalent), making it a good medium-telephoto option for
candid portraits.
FEATURES
Lens construction:
Diagonal angle of view:
28-30
0.85m / 2.8ft
Filter size: 58mm
Ideal for
Portraits
Weddings

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Lens Hood ET-65 III
Soft Case LP1014
PL-C B
58mm Close-Up Lens

500D

The EF 85mm f/1.2L USM II is a fast lens that delivers superb
optical performance. A maximum aperture of f/1.2 makes
it the professionals choice for shooting without flash in low
light conditions.
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FEATURES

optics
Large f/1.2 aperture
background bokeh
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72mm Close-Up Lens
500D
EF 100mm f/2 USM

With its large f/2 aperture, this lens produces great
background blur for dramatic, dreamy portraits. Powered by
a USM for rapid and quiet auto focus, it also excels in indoor
situations such as sporting events.
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FEATURES
EF 100mm f/2 USM
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aperture: 100 mm 1:2
Lens construction:
0.9m / 3ft
Filter size: 58mm
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Lens Hood ET-65 III
Soft Case LP1014

PL-C B
58mm Close-Up Lens
500D
EF 135mm f/2L USM

This fast, medium telephoto L-series lens is
renowned for its uncompromising sharpness
and great low-light performance.
The EF 135mm f/2L USM is ideal for a variety of applications
where image quality is paramount. The large f/2 maximum
aperture makes this lens perfect for indoor sports venues
where light levels are low. Auto focusing stays fast and
accurate in low light thanks to the ring-type USM, which
also allows for full-time manual focusing. The 135mm focal
length places more distance between the photographer and
the subject, making the EF 135mm f/2L USM an equally
good choice for candid portraiture. With less pressure on the
model, natural expressions can be captured. The 8-blade
aperture diaphragm keeps background blur smooth and
appealing. A combination of two Ultra-low Dispersion (UD)
glass elements correct secondary spectrum aberrations to
maintain high colour accuracy with good contrast. The lens
can be used with either the EF1.4xII or EF2xII extenders to
provide a 189mm f/2.8 or 270mm f/4 lens.
FEATURES
Lens construction:
0.9m / 3ft
Filter size: 72mm
Ideal for
Candid portraits
Indoor sports
General use

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PL-C B
72mm Close-Up Lens
500D
Extender EF 1.4x II
Extender EF 2x II
EF -16-35mm f/2.8l II USM 1/250 sec f/6.3
EF 135mm f/2.8 (with Soft focus)

This telephoto lens offers two soft focus settings to allow
you to add an unusual, creative dimension to your portraits.
With soft focusing disabled, it produces sharp images as a
standard 135mm lens.
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Lens Hood ET-65 III
Soft Case LP1016

PL-C B
52mm Close-Up Lens
500D

Lens construction:
focusing system with AFD
1.3m / 4.3ft
Filter size: 52mm
EF 200mm f/2L IS USM

Ideal for indoor sports shooters, this lens
incorporates an Image Stabilizer system
that provides a groundbreaking 5-stops of
compensation.
Combined with the large f/2 maximum aperture, you can
shoot in low light and still achieve fast shutter speeds
without having to resort to using flash. To help you keep up
with the action, a convenient focus preset switch allows you
to preset a focus distance and move to it instantly no matter
where you are in the focus range. The large maximum
aperture also offers fine control over depth-of-field for
candid portrait photography, and with the circular aperture
diaphragm, background blur is smooth and consistent. Built
tough to withstand the rigours of a professional use, the lens
incorporates complete dust and moisture sealing to keep out
the elements, whatever the weather.
FEATURES
L-series construction
Large f/2 aperture
tripod detection
Ring USM auto focus with
Ideal for

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Candid portraits
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52mm Drop-in Circular
Polarizing Filter PL-C 52
Extender EF 1.4x II
Extender EF 2x II

Telephoto lens boasting high image quality and carrying
ease. With two UD-glass elements and rear focusing to
correct aberrations, image delineation is extremely sharp.
Background blur is also natural looking.
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PL-C B
Extender EF 1.4x II
Extender EF 2x II
Tripod Mount Ring A II(B)
Lens construction: 9 elements

in 7 groups
1.5m / 4.9ft
Filter size: 72mm

This EF300mm f/4L IS USM is characterized by outstanding
mobility thanks to the outstanding Image Stabilizer system.
The optics include two UD glass elements to thoroughly
eliminate secondary spectrum aberrations.
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Extender EF 1.4x II
Extender EF 2x II

Lens construction:
1.5m / 4.9ft
Filter size: 77mm
EF 300mm f/2.8L IS USM

Favoured by sports and wildlife photographers,
the EF300mm f/2.8L IS USM is one of the
sharpest lenses in the EF lens range.
Offering a useful telephoto length, wide maximum aperture,
Image Stabilizer and the fastest auto focusing available, it
is the top choice of many professionals in the field. Colour
and contrast are exceptionally good, thanks in part to the
inclusion of a fluorite lens element and two Ultra-low
Dispersion (UD) glass elements, which almost eliminate
chromatic aberrations. Specially designed for fast-moving
subjects, the auto focus system on this lens is remarkably
quick. A range of useful AF features include a focus preset
switch, which allows an instant jump to a predetermined
distance when your subject comes into the frame. The Image
Stabilizer provides the equivalent of two stops compensation,
making hand-holding possible in low-light conditions, such
as indoor sports events or at dusk on safari. A magnesium
alloy lens body keeps the weight down and with the weathersealing provides a tough exterior for the optics to survive the
rigours of heavy use. The EF300mm f/2.8L IS USM comes
supplied with a removable tripod mount.

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Diagonal Angle of View:
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Lens Construction
Closest Focusing
Distance (m): 2.5 m / 8.2 ft.
Focus adjustment: Inner
Filter size: 52 mm
Rear Drop-in
Ideal for
Sports
Wildlife
Candid portraits
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Extender EF 1.4x II
Extender EF 2x II
EF 300mm f/2.8L IS USM 1/2000sec f/4

An outstanding super telephoto L-series lens that provides
the performance and operability demanded by the worlds
top sports and nature photographers. A maximum aperture
of f/2.8 allows for fast shutter speeds at indoor sporting
events and other low-light situations.
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Extender EF 1.4x II
Extender EF 2x II

aperture: 400mm 1:2.8
Lens Construction
Closest Focusing
Distance (m): 3
Filter size: 52mm
Rear Drop-in
EF 400mm f/5.6L USM

This high-performance lens was designed with portability
and handling ease in mind. One super UD glass element
and one UD glass element effectively control chromatic
aberrations, delivering crisp results with good peripheral
sharpness.
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EF 400mm f/5.6L USM
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77mm Close-Up Lens
500D
PL-C B
Extender EF 1.4x II
Extender EF 2x II

Lens construction:
6-10
3.5m / 11.5ft
Filter size: 77mm
EF 400mm f/4 DO IS USM

The EF 400mm f/4 DO IS USM maintains exceptional optical
performance due to the inclusion of a multi-layer diffractive
optics (DO) element. This groundbreaking technology
virtually eliminates chromatic aberrations while allowing for
a significantly smaller and lighter lens.
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EF 400mm f/4 DO IS USM
FEATURES
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The worlds first multi-layer

DO element for telephoto lens
Small and light
High image quality
Image Stabilization for
equivalent effect of a shutter
speed of two stops faster
Highly resistant against dust
and moisture
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Extender EF 1.4x II
Extender EF 2x II

The lens at the top of every wildlife
photographers wish list, the EF500mm
f/4L IS USM lens fulfils the needs of most
wildlife shooters as well as those of many
sports photographers.
The 500mm focal length is long enough to fill the frame
with the crisp, sharp details of small animals and birds, but
still retains enough mobility to be comfortably carried over
long distances. A two-mode Image Stabilizer allows for
intentional panning effects. Fast, silent focusing is assured
by virtue of the ring-type USM, enabling accurate tracking of
birds in flight or animals on the move. The addition of the AF
stop buttons makes it easy to keep the focus on the subject
by momentarily stopping the AF when an obstruction cuts
between you and the subject. One fluorite element and two
Ultra-low Dispersion (UD) lens elements ensure the highest
image quality by effectively suppressing secondary spectrum
and chromatic aberration. One of the jewels in the EF crown,
this lens is renowned for its sharpness throughout the frame.
FEATURES
Lens Construction
Closest Focusing
Distance (m): 4.5
Filter size: 52mm Rear
Drop-in

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Extender EF 1.4x II
Extender EF 2x II

Ideal for shooting sports and wildlife subjects from a
distance, the EF 600mm f/4L IS USM delivers the L-series
hallmarks of high resolution and superb contrast.
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Extender EF 1.4x II
Extender EF 2x II

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Lens Construction
Closest Focusing
Distance (m): 5.5 m / 18 ft.
Filter size: 52mm Rear
Drop-in

The magnesium alloy construction of the EF 800mm f/5.6L
IS USM makes it a lightweight super-telephoto option.
Superior Canon optics provide excellent image quality whilst
minimising lens dimensions.
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Extender EF 1.4x II
Extender EF 2x II
L-series construction
tripod detection
Fluorite, UD and super-UD
lens elements
4.5 kg magnesium alloy build
Ring USM auto focus with
EF100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS USM-1/400sec. f/8
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EF 16-35mm f/2.8L II USM

A fast, ultra wide-angle zoom lens offering excellent
peripheral performance throughout the zoom range. With a
constant f/2.8 aperture, it is ideal for professionals shooting
in low light conditions.
MTF Chart
EF 16-35mm
f/2.8L
II USM WIDEWIDE
EF 16-35mm
f/2.8L
II USM
EF 16-35mm
f/2.8L
II USM TELETELE
EF 16-35mm
f/2.8L
II USM
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Polarizer PL-C B

optics
f/2.8 aperture throughout
zoom range
elements
bokeh
EF 24-70mm f/2.8L USM

Covering a focal length range from wide-angle to short
telephoto, the EF 24-70mm f/2.8L USM combines versatility
with professional image quality. A minimum focusing
distance of 38cm allows you to get up close when needed.
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EF 24-70mm
EF 24-70mm
f/2.8L
f/2.8L
USMUSM
WIDEWIDE
EF 24-70mm
EF 24-70mm
f/2.8L
f/2.8L
USMUSM
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7mm Close-Up Lens
7
500D
77mm Circular
Polarizer PL-C B
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High-speed AF
Optimized lens coatings
Highly resistant to dust and
water droplets
Min. focusing distance of
0.38m at all focal lengths
Front of lens does not rotate
during focusing
Manual focus is possible in
AF mode
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EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM

When manoeuvrability is important and lens quality crucial,
the L-series EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM stands alone as the
professionals lightweight standard zoom.
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EF 24-105mm
EF 24-105mm
f/4L f/4L
IS USM
IS USM WIDEWIDE
EF 24-105mm
EF 24-105mm
f/4L f/4L
IS USM
IS USM
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7mm Close-Up
7
Lens 500D
L-series optics
Lightweight 4.3x zoom
f/4 through zoom range
Super UD and aspheric lens
elements
Circular aperture provides
pleasing background blur
7mm Circular
7
Polarizer PL-C B
EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM

Delivering impressive sharpness from wide-angle to
telephoto, the EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM is an ideal
walkabout lens. The Image Stabilizer adds extra shooting
flexibility in dim conditions.
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EF 128-135mm
EF 28-135mm
f/3.5-5.6
f/3.5-5.6
IS USM
IS USM
WIDEWIDE
EF 128-135mm
EF 28-135mm
f/3.5-5.6
f/3.5-5.6
IS USM
IS USM
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Lens Hood EW-63B
Soft Case LP1116
2mm UV
7
Protector Filter
72mm Circular
Polarizer PL-C B
15
20
20
Lens construction:
75-18
Closest Focusing
Distance: 0.5m / 1.6ft
Zoom system: Rotating type
Filter size: 72mm
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EF 28-200mm f/3.5-5.6 USM

A convenient, compact zoom lens for easy subject selection
whilst travelling. A minimum focusing distance of 45cm
throughout the zoom ranges adds extra framing versatility.
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EF 28-200mm
EF 28-200mm
f/3.5-5.6
f/3.5-5.6
USMUSM
/ /
EF 28-200mm
EF 28-200mm
f/3.5-5.6
f/3.5-5.6
WIDEWIDE
EF 28-200mm
EF 28-200mm
f/3.5-5.6
f/3.5-5.6
USMUSM
/ /
EF 28-200mm
EF 28-200mm
f/3.5-5.6
f/3.5-5.6
TELETELE
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ACCESSORIES
Lens Hood EW-78D
Soft Case LP1116

75 - 12
Lens Construction:
Minimum Aperture: f/22 - 36
Closest Focusing
Distance (m): 0.45
Filter size: 72mm
2mm Circular
7
Polarizer PL-C B
72mm Close Up
Lens 500D
EF 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6L IS USM

From wide to telephoto - instantly. With an approximate
11x zoom range, the EF 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6L IS USM
is ideal for those times when one lens needs to do it all.
L-series construction and optics ensure that quality is never
compromised.
MTF Chart
1
EF 28-300mm
EF 28-300mm
f/3.5-5.6L
f/3.5-5.6L
IS USM
IS USM
WIDEWIDE
EF 28-300mm
EF 28-300mm
f/3.5-5.6L
f/3.5-5.6L
IS USM
IS USM
TELETELE
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ACCESSORIES
7mm Circular
7
Polarizer PL-C B
7m Close Up
7
Lens 500D
15
15
20
20
11x zoom
L-series quality
Image Stabilizer
Minimum focusing
distance 0.7m
Full-time manual focus
Dust-proof, drip-proof
construction
EF zoom lenses 45
EF 55-200mm f/4.5-5.6 II USM

The EF 55-200 f/4.5-5.6 II USM is a lightweight telephoto
zoom lens, redesigned to give a better grip and improved
electronic circuitry. An ideal addition to an EOS SLR
photographers arsenal.
MTF Chart
EF 55-200mm
EF 55-200mm
f/4.5-5.6
f/4.5-5.6
II USM
II USM
WIDEWIDE
EF 55-200mm
EF 55-200mm
f/4.5-5.6
f/4.5-5.6
II USM
II USMTELETELE
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Compact and lightweight

telephoto zoom lens
High-speed auto focus
Optimised lens coatings
Lead-free glass optical system
ACCESSORIES
Lens Hood ET-54
Soft Case LP1016
2mm Circular
5
Polarizer PL-C B
52m Close Up
Lens 500D
EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM

The advanced 3-stop Image Stabilizer (IS) technology of
the EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM lens makes it the ideal
telephoto zoom when shooting in lowlight and at slow
shutter speeds.
MTF Chart
1
EF 70-300mm
EF 70-300mm
f/4.5-5.6
f/4.5-5.6
IS USM
IS USM
WIDEWIDE
EF 70-300mm
EF 70-300mm
f/4.5-5.6
f/4.5-5.6
IS USM
IS USM
TELE TELE
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20
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5 10
10 15
ACCESSORIES
Lens Hood ET-65B
Soft Case LP1222
8mm Circular
5
Polarizer PL-C B
15 20
20
Affordable and powerful

UD lens element improves
image quality
suppress flare and ghosting
EF zoom lenses 46
EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM

One of the most popular zoom lenses in the
professional L-series, the EF 70-200mm
f/2.8L IS USM is a versatile performer
that is suitable for a broad range of photo
assignments.
A useful focal length range makes this lens an equally good
choice for sports, wildlife, portrait and photojournalism
work. With a wide aperture and 3-stop Image Stabilizer, it is
also perfect for indoor sports photography. A ring-type USM
powers ensures that auto focusing is fast, quiet and accurate
throughout the zoom range. The f/2.8 aperture means that
auto focus will still function when using the EF1.4x II or
EF2.0x II extender (for a 98-280mm f/4 or 140-400mm
f/5.6 lens). Optical quality is superb, with four UD elements
minimising aberrations to keep images sharp and contrast
high. The lens is built to withstand the rigours of daily
professional use, with dust and moisture seals to protect
against the elements.
FEATURES
L-series optics
f/2.8 throughout zoom range
Four UD lens elements
For photographers who

do not require the Image
Stabilizer function, the EF 70200mm f/2.8L USM is also
available.

EF70-200mm
EF70-200mmf/2.8L
f/2.8LISISUSM
USM
11
WIDE
WIDE
EF70-200mm
EF70-200mmf/2.8L
f/2.8LISISUSM
USM
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1010
1515
2020
00
00
55
1010
1515
Ideal for
ACCESSORIES
7mm Circular
7
Polarizer PL-CB
77mm Close-Up
Lens 500D
2020
Extender EF 1.4x II
Extender EF 2x II
Wildlife
Sports
Travel
Portraits
News
EF zoom lenses 47
EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM

The EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM combines
portability with performance in a lightweight,
compact package making it ideal for
photographers who need to travel light.
The constant f/4 maximum aperture ensures full control over
depth-of-field at all focal lengths. In conjunction with the
4-stop Image Stabilizer, it allows you to continue shooting
even in dim situations. The weight of the lens makes it
easy to handle when you need to respond quickly to rapidly
moving subjects. With one fluorite lens element and two
Ultra-low Dispersion (UD) elements, the optical arrangement
produces high resolution images with high contrast. As
befitting a professional lens, it is sealed against dust and
moisture to provide excellent reliability in inclement weather.
The ring-type USM in the lens drives fast, silent auto focus to
allow you to track moving subjects with ease.
FEATURES
Light and compact
f/4 through zoom range
Circular aperture for pleasing
background blur
For photographers who
do not require the Image
Stabilizer function, the EF
70-200mm f/4L USM is also
available.

EFEF70-200mm
70-200mmf/4L
f/4LISISUSM
USM
1 1
WIDE
WIDE
EFEF70-200mm
70-200mmf/4L
f/4LISISUSM
USM
1 1
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0.90.9
0.80.8
0.80.8
0.70.7
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TELE
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5 5
1010
1515
2020
0 0
0 0
5 5
1010
1515
Ideal for
ACCESSORIES
7mm Circular
6
Polarizer PL-C B
Extender EF 1.4x II
2020
Extender EF 2x II
Tripod Mount Ring
A II(W)
Wildlife
Sports
Travel
EF zoom lenses 48
EF-S 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 DO IS USM

The worlds first camera zoom lens with a
DO element: a triumph of precision optics
delivering compact size, low weight and
superior image quality.
The EF 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 DO IS USM is the worlds only
interchangeable zoom lens for SLRs to incorporate a DO
element. The use of a new triple-layered DO element not only
makes the lens more nimble, it delivers unrivalled imaging
performance. The DO element is combined with normal
refraction elements to compensate for colour aberration.
This achieves levels of colour aberration correction that could
previously only be achieved with the use of fluorite elements
or Ultra-low Dispersion (UD) lenses. The result: superb
image quality in an exceptionally small package. The Image
Stabilizer compensates for up to three stops, increasing
the opportunities for handheld photography. Powered by a
ring-type USM for fast and quiet auto focus, the drive pattern
of the lens is tailored to specifically match that of the latest
EOS range extracting maximum benefit from the lens
speed advantage.
FEATURES
3 layer DO element
9.99 cm in length
Image Stabilizer
Quiet, high speed AF with full
time manual focus
Circular diaphragm for
Zoom ring lock

EFEF
70-300mm
70-300mm
f/4.5-5.6
f/4.5-5.6
DODO
ISIS
USM
USM
WIDE
WIDE
1 1
EFEF
70-300mm
70-300mm
f/4.5-5.6
f/4.5-5.6
DODO
ISIS
USM
USM
0.90.9
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0 0
TELE
TELE
1 1
5 5
1010
1515
2020
0 0
0 0
5 5
1010
1515
Ideal for
ACCESSORIES
Lens Hood ET-65B
Soft Case LP1116
2020
8mm Close-up
5
Lens 500D
58mm Circular
Polarizer PL-C B
Wildlife
Sports
Travel
News
EF zoom lenses 49
EF 75-300mm f/4-5.6 III

This lens has the same optical system, construction, and
exterior design as the EF 75-300mm f/4-5.6 III USM lens but
uses a micro motor in place of the USM to drive auto focus.
MTF Chart
1
EF 75-300mm
EF 75-300mm
f/4-5.6
f/4-5.6
III USM
III USM
EF 75-300mm
EF 75-300mm
f/4-5.6
f/4-5.6
III III
WIDE
WIDE
1
EF 75-300mm
EF 75-300mm
f/4-5.6
f/4-5.6
III USM
III USM
EF 75-300mm
EF 75-300mm
f/4-5.6
f/4-5.6
III III
TELETELE
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10
10
15
15
20
20
10
10
15
15
20
20
ACCESSORIES
Lens Hood ET-60
Soft Case LP1019
8mm Close-up
5
Lens 250D
58mm Circular
Polarizer PL-C B

32 11-8 15
Lens Construction
Minimum Aperture: 32-45
Closest Focusing
Distance (m): 1.5
Maximum Magnification (x):
0.25 (at 300mm)
EF 75-300mm f/4-5.6 III USM

The compact and lightweight EF 75-300mm f/4-5.6 III USM
is an ideal all-rounder that will appeal to photographers on
a budget. A micro USM motor makes auto focusing quicker
and quieter.
MTF Chart
1
EF 75-300mm
EF 75-300mm
f/4-5.6
f/4-5.6
III USM
III USM
EF 75-300mm
EF 75-300mm
f/4-5.6
f/4-5.6
III III
WIDE
WIDE
1
EF 75-300mm
EF 75-300mm
f/4-5.6
f/4-5.6
III USM
III USM
EF 75-300mm
EF 75-300mm
f/4-5.6
f/4-5.6
III III
TELETELE
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10
10
15
15
20
20
10
10
15
ACCESSORIES
Lens Hood ET-60
Soft Case LP1019
8mm Close-up
5
Lens 500D
58mm Circular
Polarizer PL-C B
15
20
20

32 11-8 15
Lens Construction
Minimum Aperture: 32-45
Closest Focusing
Distance (m): 1.5
Maximum Magnification (x):
0.25 (at 300mm)
EF zoom lenses 50
EF 100-300mm f/4.5-5.6 USM

Practical and portable, the EF 100-300mm f/4.5-5.6 USM
offers a generous zoom range in a lens that is only 121.5mm
in length. The rear focusing mechanism ensures that filter
effects remain intact while focusing.
MTF Chart
EF 100-300mm
EF 100-300mm
f/4.5-5.6
f/4.5-5.6
USMUSM
WIDEWIDE
EF 100-300mm
EF 100-300mm
f/4.5-5.6
f/4.5-5.6
USMUSMTELETELE
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15
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20
20
ACCESSORIES
Lens Hood ET-65III
Soft Case LP1019
8mm Close-up
5
Lens 500D
58mm Circular
Polarizer PL-C B
Lens construction:
24-8-15
Focus adjustment:
Rear focusing system
with USM
Closest Focusing
Zoom system: Rotating type
Filter size: 58mm
EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS USM

An L-series super telephoto zoom lens equipped with a
two-mode Image Stabilizer to allow for intentional panning.
Fluorite and Super UD glass elements suppress secondary
spectrum, while the floating system maintains image quality
at all focal lengths.
MTF Chart
1
EF 100-400mm
EF 100-400mm
f/4.5-5.6L
f/4.5-5.6L
IS USM
IS USM
WIDE
WIDE
1
EF 100-400mm
EF 100-400mm
f/4.5-5.6L
f/4.5-5.6L
IS USM
IS USM
TELETELE
1
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10
15
15
20
20
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10
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ACCESSORIES
7mm Close-up
7
Lens 500D
77mm Circular
Polarizer PL-C B
Extender EF 1.4x II
Extender EF 2x II
20
20
Lens construction:
24-6-10
1.8m / 6ft
Zoom system:
Linear extension type
Filter size: 77mm
EF zoom lenses 51
EF-S 60mm f/2.8 Macro USM 1/60sec f/11 52
EF 50mm f/2.5 Compact Macro

A lightweight and compact macro lens for magnification
up to 0.5x, extendable to 1x with the optional Life-size
Converter EF. A large f/2.5 aperture allows for beautiful
background blur.
MTF Chart
EF 50mm f/2.5 Compact Macro
1
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0.8
0.7
0.6
FEATURES
0.5
0.4
0.3
0.2
0.1
0
10
15
20
ACCESSORIES
Soft Case LP814
52mm Circular
Polarizer PL-C B
Life-size Converter EF
Macro Ring Lite MR-14EX
Macro Twin Lite MT-24EX

Lens construction:
Focus adjustment:
Front group linear extension
system with AFD
Closest Focusing
Filter size: 52mm
MP-E 65mm f/2.8 1-5x Macro Photo

The first macro photo lens to achieve magnification greater
than 1x without additional accessories, this lens is ideal for
small subjects. UD elements suppress chromatic aberrations,
which are more apparent at high magnifications.
MTF Chart
1
MP-E 65mm f/2.8 1-5x Macro Photo
FEATURES
0.9

Lens construction:
1814
Focus adjustment: Manual
Closest Focusing Distance:
0.243m 5X
Filter size: 58mm
0.8
0.7
0.6
0.5
0.4
0.3
0.2
0.1
0
10
15
20
ACCESSORIES
Soft Case LP1216
58mm Circular
Polarizer PL-C B
acro Ring Lite MR-14EX

M
macro Lenses 55
EF 100mm f/2.8 Macro USM

Medium telephoto lens with a macro feature for
1x magnification. Fluctuations in spherical aberrations
caused by focusing are suppressed, allowing high-quality
images to be obtained at all focusing distances.
MTF Chart
1
EF 100mm f/2.8 Macro USM
0.9
0.8
0.7
0.6
0.5
0.4
FEATURES
0.3
0.2
0.1
0
10
15
20
ACCESSORIES
Lens Hood ET-67
Soft Case LP1219
PL-C B
Tripod Mount Ring B (B)


Lens Construction
Closest Focusing
Distance (m): 0.31
AF Actuator: USM
Filter size: 58mm
EF 180mm f/3.5L Macro USM

With a focal length of 180mm, this telephoto macro
lens allows you to shoot from further away perfect for
photographing insects without disturbing them. The internal
floating system minimizes fluctuations in aberrations caused
by changes in the focusing distance.
MTF Chart
1
EF 180mm f/3.5L Macro USM
0.9
0.8
0.7
0.6
FEATURES
0.5
0.4
0.3
0.2
0.1
0
10
15
20
ACCESSORIES
2mm Close-Up Lens 500D
7
72mm Circular Polarizer PL-C B
72mm UV Protector Filter
Extender EF 1.4x II
Extender EF 2x II
Macro Lite Adapter 72C
Lens construction:
13- 46
0.48m / 1.6ft
Filter size: 72mm
Lens hood and soft case
macro Lenses 56
Tilt and Shift Lenses

Take control of perspective.
tilt and shift
Canon TS-E lenses are capable of tilt and shift movements, which bring
many of the advantages of technical view cameras to the EOS system.
Tilt movements alter the angle of the plane of focus between the lens
and image sensor, making broad depth of field possible even at large
apertures. Shift movements slide the lens optical axis along the image
sensor plane, enabling you to correct or alter perspective at almost
any angle.
tilt and shift lenses 57
TS-E 17mm f/4L

With the widest view angle of any tilt and shift
lens currently available, this L-series lens is a
superb choice for architectural, landscape and
abstract photography.
Offering a 104 diagonal field of view combined with 6.5
of tilt, plus 12mm shift and 90 of rotation on both the tilt
and the shift mechanisms, the TS-E 17mm f/4L is one of the
most flexible lenses of its kind. Thanks to Canons TS rotation
system, tilt and shift direction can be rotated independently
of each other. This allows perspective and depth of field to
be controlled separately. The TS-E 17mm f/4L also features
locks on the tilt and shift mechanisms to ensure that
unwanted movements are avoided. To achieve outstanding
edge-to-edge resolution and low distortion, a large diameter
moulded glass aspherical lens is used. Chromatic aberration
common in wide-angle shooting is combated by four UD
elements. A lens cap and pouch are included in the package.
FEATURES
Ultra wide 17mm
Tilt and Shift lens
Low distortion and
high resolution
6.5 Tilt and 12mm Shift
Independent Tilt or Shift
rotation
elements
Sub wavelength structure and
super spectra coatings
Ideal for
Architecture
Landscapes
Abstracts
Products
Miniature faking

1
TS-E 17mm f/4L
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0.2
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15
20
TS-E 24mm f/3.5L II 20sec f/11
TS-E 24mm f/3.5L II

The TS-E 24 mm f/3.5L II has been refined to deliver superb
image quality to the edge of the image. Independent rotation
of the tilt and shift mechanisms allows maximum creative
freedom.
MTF Chart
1
TS-E 24mm f/3.5L II
0.9
0.8
0.7
0.6
0.5
FEATURES
0.4
0.3
0.2
0.1
0
10
15
20
ACCESSORIES
8
PL-C B
24mm Tilt and Shift lens

Low distortion and high
resolution
8.5 Tilt and 12mm Shift
Independent Tilt or Shift
rotation
elements
Sub wavelength structure and
super spectra coatings
TS-E 45mm f/2.8

This 45mm tilt and shift lens is ideal for obtaining a natural
looking perspective when photographing buildings.
The floating system and rear focusing give sharp and
stable delineation from 0.4 m to infinity.
MTF Chart
1
FEATURES
TS-E 45mm f/2.8
0.9

Lens construction: 10 elements in 9 groups
focus, rear focusing system
0.4m / 1.3ft
Filter size: 72mm
0.8
0.7
0.6
0.5
0.4
0.3
0.2
0.1
0
10
15
20
ACCESSORIES
2mm Circular
7
Polarizer PL-C B
72mm Close-up
Lens 500D
72mm UV
Protector Filter
TS-E 90mm f/2.8

Renowned for its superb edge-to-edge resolution, the
TS-E 90mm f/2.8 has found favour among commercial
architecture and product photographers alike. With its ability
to produce beautiful background blur, it is also suitable for
portrait and nature photography.
MTF Chart
1
TS-E 90mm f/2.8
FEATURES
0.9
0.8
0.7
0.6
0.5
0.4
0.3
0.2
0.1
0
10
15
20
ACCESSORIES

5
PL-C B

Lens construction:
focus, overall linear extension
system
0.5m / 1.6ft
Filter size: 58mm
Accessories
Products to protect your EF lenses and expand their
potential.
accessories
Canon EF lens accessories are optimised for use with Canon EF lenses.
The range includes items to keep your lens protected such as soft
and hard cases as well as products that add extra capability, such as
extenders and extension tubes.
accessories 61
Extenders
Extender is Canons name for a teleconverter.
These high-performance accessories multiply
the effective focal length of an attached lens
by 1.4x or 2x. For example, a 200mm lens
with Extender 1.4x has an effective focal
length of 280mm: with the Extender 2x, this
increases to 400mm. The price you pay for
this extension is a reduction in aperture, since
the light has to travel through an extra piece
of glass before hitting the image sensor.
Extender EF 1.4x II
Extends the focal length by 1.4x, with an effective 1-stop
reduction in aperture.
Extender EF 2.0x II
Doubles the focal length of an attached lens, with an
effective 2-stop reduction in aperture.
Extension Tubes
The effect of using an extension tube is that the distance
from the back of the lens to the image sensor is longer,
allowing you to focus up closer to the subject. Extension
tubes are typically used for macro photography but can also
be suitable for close-up portraits.
i Extenders and extension tubes are not compatible with
all lenses. Check the specifications chart 64 for compatibility
with individual models.
accessories 62
Filters
Canon provides several type of filters to give
you added control over your image as you are
shooting.
Polarising Filter
Commonly used to reduce glare and reflections from water,
glass and shiny surfaces. Also great for enhancing contrast in
cloudy skies and increasing colour saturation.
UV Filter
Reduces the effects of ultraviolet haze, which can affect
contrast on sunny days. UV filters are mostly transparent to
visible light, so they are often left on the lens to protect the
lens surface.
Close-up Filter
Used primarily for macro photography, these filters contain
lenses that magnifies the image while also allowing you to
get closer to the subject.
Cases
Soft cases are available for all Canon EF lenses. Customised
hard cases are also available for some lenses in the range.
Check the specifications chart 64 to find the appropriate case
for your lens.
Hoods
Extremely helpful when telephoto shooting in bright sunlight,
lens hoods blocks light rays from hitting the lens surface
from the sides, which can reduce contrast and cause lens
flare.
i Check the specifications chart 64 for compatible
accessories for each lens.
accessories 63
Specifications
Macro lenses
EF Fixed length lenses
No. of
diaphragm blades
Minimum aperture
Closest focussing
distance (m)
Maximum
magnification (x)
Distance
Information
communication
Image stabilizer
AF Motor
Dust/moisture
resistant4
20
-, -, 180
8/7
22
0.2
0.14
AFD
22
18 104 , 81 ,114 14/11
22
0.2
0.15
Provided
32
26
84, 62, 94 11/9
22
.25
0.14
Provided
38
31
74, 53, 84 13/10
22
0.25
0.17
Provided
38
31
74, 53, 84 10/10
22
0.25
0.16
45
36
65, 46, 75 10/9
22
0.25
0.18
Provided
45
36
65, 46, 75
5/5
22
0.3
0.13
56
45
54, 38, 63 11/9
22
0.3
0.18
Provided
56
45
54 , 38 , 63
22
0.25
0.23
7/5
80
65
40, 27,46
8/6
16
0.45
0.15
Provided
80
65
40, 27,46
7/6
22
0.45
0.15
40 , 27 ,46
6/5
22
0.45
0.15
8/7
16
0.95
0.11
Yes
9/7
22
0./85
0.13
Yes
80
65
136
111
136
111
160
130
20 , 14 , 24
8/6
22
0.9
0.14
Yes
216
175
15, 10, 18 10/8
32
0.9
0.19
Yes
216
175
15, 10, 18
32
1.3
0.12
320
260
10, 7, 12 17/12
32
1.9m
0.12
Provided
5-stops
320
260
10, 7, 12
9/7
32
1.5
0.16
Provided
480
390
17/13
32
2.5
0.13
Provided
3-stops
480
390
15/11
32
1.5
0.24
Provided
3-stops
640
520
17/13
32
0.15
Provided
3-stops
640
520
17/13
32
3.5
0.12
Provided
3-stops
640
520
800
650
24, 16,
28 30'
24, 16,
28 30'
650', 435',
815'
650', 435',
815'
510', 330',
610'
510', 330',
610'
510', 330',
610'
7/6
7/6
4, 245', 5 17/13
330', 220',
17/13
410'
2 35, 1 40,
18/14
1280 1040
3 5
960
780
32
3.5
0.12
Provided
32
4.5
0.12
Provided
3-stops
32
5.5
0.12
Provided
3-stops
Ring
USM3
Ring
USM3
Ring
USM3
Yes
Filter
Holder
Filter
Holder
72
Yes
77
AFD
58
Ring
USM3
58
AFD
52
Ring
USM3
72
AFD
52
Yes
72
58
52
72
58
58
72
52
Yes
52
Drop in
72
Yes
52
Drop in
Ring
USM3
Ring
USM3
Micro
Motor
Ring
USM3
Ring
USM3
Ring
USM3
Ring
USM3
AFD
Ring
USM3
Ring
USM3
Ring
USM3
Ring
USM3
Ring
USM3
Ring
USM3
Ring
USM3
Ring
USM3
Ring
USM3
Ring
USM3
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
77
52
Drop in
52
Drop in
77
52
Drop in
52
Drop in
52
Drop in
32
6m
0.14
Provided
4-stops
Extender EF 1.4x II
-,-,-
5/4
Yes
Extender EF 2x II
-,-,-
7/5
Yes
80
40, 27, 46
9/8
32
0.23
0.5
AFD
52
-, -, -
4/3
0.24
160
20, 14, 24 12/8
32
0.31
Provided
58
32
0.48
Provided
72
16
0.24
Provided
58
EF 50mm f/2.5
Compact Macro
Life-size
Converter EF
EF 100mm
f/2.8 Macro USM
EF 180mm f/3.5L
Macro USM
MP-E 65mm f/2.8
1-5x Macro Photo
288
104
65
130
1125', 740',
14/12
234
1340'
1540', 1035',
10/8
85
18 40'
Image Circle 67.2mm 2 Minimum aperture if using 1/3stop increments 3 Full time Manual focus
Lenses with dust/moisture resistance are fitted with a rubber ring on the lens mount which may cause sligth abrasion of the camera mount.
This in no way effects either the lens or camera performance. 5 Not compatible at wide angles
Ring
USM3
Ring
USM3
-
73 x
62.6
Weight (g)
Lens construction
(elements/groups)
24
Max. diameter x
length (mm)
Angle of view
(horzntl, vertl,
diagnl)
Filter diameter
(mm)
APS-H apparant
focal length (mm)
Physical Specifications
APS-C apparant
focal length (mm)
EF 15mm
f/2.8 Fisheye
EF 14mm
f/2.8L II USM
EF 20mm
f/2.8 USM
EF 24mm
f/1.4L USM II
EF 24mm
f/2.8
EF 28mm
f/1.8 USM
EF 28mm
f/2.8
EF 35mm
f/1.4L USM
EF 35mm
f/2
EF 50mm
f/1.2L USM
EF 50mm
f/1.4 USM
EF 50mm
f/1.8 II
EF 85mm
f/1.2L II USM
EF 85mm
f/1.8 USM
EF 100mm
f/2 USM
EF 135mm
f/2L USM
EF 135mm
f.2.8 (Softfocus)
EF 200mm
f/2L IS USM
EF 200mm
f/2.8L II USM
EF 300mm
f/2.8L IS USM
EF 300mm
f/4L IS USM
EF 400mm
f/2.8L IS USM
EF 400mm
f/4 DO IS USM
EF 400mm
f/5.6L USM
EF 500mm
f/4L IS USM
EF 600mm
f/4L IS USM
EF 800mm
f/5.6L IS USM
Optical Features/Specifications
APS-C
format only
Lens
330
80 x 94 645
77.5 x
70.6
93.5 x
86.9
67.5 x
48.5
73.6 x
55.6
67.4 x
42.5
405
650
270
310
185
79 x 86 580
67.4 x
42.5
85.8 x
65.5
73.8 x
50.5
68.2
x 41
91.5 x
84.0
75 x
71.5
75 x
73.5
82.5 x
112
69.2 x
98.4
128 x
208
83.2 x
136.2
128 x
252
210
590
290
130
1025
425
460
750
390
2520
765
2550
90 x 221 1190
163 x
349
128 x
232.7
90 x
256.5
146 x
387
168 x
456
163 x
461
72.8 x
27.2
71.8 x
57.9
67.6
x 63
67.6 x
34.9
78.6 x
118.6
82.5 x
186.6
5370
1940
1250
3870
5360
4500
220
265
280
160
580
1090
81 x 98 710
1
4
Specifications 64
Specifications
Macro lenses
Extender EF 2x II
EF 50mm f/2.5
Compact Macro
Life-size Converter EF
EF 100mm f/2.8
Macro USM
EF 180mm f/3.5L
Macro USM
MP-E 65mm f/2.8
1-5x Macro Photo
Magnification with
Extension Tube
EF12 II
Magnification with
Extension Tube EF25 II
Extender
Compatiblity
Focal Length
Maximum Aperture
Maximum
Magnification
AF Possible
IS
Focal Length
Maximum Aperture
Maximum
Magnification
AF Possible
IS
Exclusive Built-in
Lens Cap
Built-in
14
Specifications with EF 2x II
Lens case/pouch
Lens hood
Lens Cap
EF Fixed length lenses
EF 15mm
f/2.8 Fisheye
EF 14mm
f/2.8L II USM
EF 20mm
f/2.8 USM
EF 24mm
f/1.4L USM II
EF 24mm
f/2.8
EF 28mm
f/1.8 USM
EF 28mm
f/2.8
EF 35mm
f/1.4L USM
EF 35mm
f/2
EF 50mm
f/1.2L USM
EF 50mm
f/1.4 USM
EF 50mm
f/1.8 II
EF 85mm
f/1.2L II USM
EF 85mm
f/1.8 USM
EF 100mm
f/2 USM
EF 135mm
f/2L USM
EF 135mm
f.2.8 (Softfocus)
EF 200mm
f/2L IS USM
EF 200mm
f/2.8L II USM
EF 300mm
f/2.8L IS USM
EF 300mm
f/4L IS USM
EF 400mm
f/2.8L IS USM
EF 400mm
f/4 DO IS USM
EF 400mm
f/5.6L USM
EF 500mm
f/4L IS USM
EF 600mm
f/4L IS USM
EF 800mm
f/5.6L IS USM
Extender
EF 1.4x II
Specifications with EF 1.4x II
LP814
NC
LP1016
NC
E-72U
EW-75II
LP1214
0.72-0.60
NC
E-77U
EW-83K
LP1319 0.669-0.50
NC
E-58
EW-60 II
LP811
0.64-0.50
E58-U
EW-63 II
LP814
0.61-0.43
E-52
EW-65 II LP1011
0.56-0.43
E-72U
EW-78C
LP1214
0.54-0.36
E-52
EW-65 II LP1011
0.58-0.35
E-72U
ES-78
LP1214
0.39-0.24
E-58U
ES-71 II
LP1014
0.39-0.24
E-52
ES62+ADP
LP1014
0.39-0.24
E-72U
ES-79 II
LP1219
0.25-.015
E-58U
ET-65 III
LP1014
0.27-0.15
E-58U
ET-65 III
LP1014
0.27-0.13
E-72U
ET-78 II
LP1219
0.29-0.09
E-52
ET-65 III
LP1016
0.29-0.09
E-145B ET-120B
E-72U
E-145
E-77U
E-180C
E-145
E-77U
E-163
E-185
Lens case
0.19-0.6
200
ET-83B II LP1222
ET-120
Built in
0.23-0.06
Lens Case
0.18-0.04
300
LZ1128
0.30-0.04
Lens Case
0.19-0.03
400
Lens Case
ET-120
0.16-0.03
400B
ET-155
Built-in
LZ1132
0.16-0.03
Lens Case
0.15-0.03
500
Lens Case
ET-160
0.14-0.02
600
Lens case
ET-155
0.16-0.02
800
ET-138
1.221.11
1.130.96
1.090.95
0.970.79
1.000.77
0.670.53
0.680.53
0.680.53
0.420.33
0.440.32
0.420.28
0.410.20
0.330.20
0.260.14
0.320.14
0.240.09
0.370.09
0.230.06
0.200.07
0.210.07
0.180.05
0.170.05
0.190.04
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
0.27
Yes
270
4-64
0.38
Yes
Compatible 189 2.8-45

NC
0.18
Yes
Compatible 280
4-45
0.22
Yes
Compatible 420
4-45
0.19
Yes
Yes 400
-
4-64
0.24
Yes
Yes
400
5.6-64
0.32
Yes
Yes 600
5.6-64
0.28
Yes
Yes
0.33
Yes
Yes 600
8-64
0.47
Yes
Yes
Compatible 560
0.22
Yes
Yes 800
5.6-64
0.31
Yes
Yes
0.17
Yes
Yes 800
8-64
0.24
Yes
Yes
-
4-45
0.18
Yes
800
11-64
0.25
Not
Possible
0.17
Yes
Yes 1000
8-64
0.25
Yes
Yes
0.17
Yes
Yes 1200
8-64
0.24
Yes
Yes
Yes
Compatible 560
8-45
8-45
0.2
Yes
0.28
Not
Possible
LP811
NC
LP811
NC
E-52
LP814
0.74-0.24
1.040.54
NC
R-F-3
LP811
NC
E-58U
ET-67
LP1219
1.19-0.12
1.4
Yes (0.8infinity)
Not
Possible
E-180C
Extender
Cap EII
Extender
Cap EII
E-72U
ET-78 II
LZ1324
E-58 Exclusive LP1216
1.09-0.07
Compatible 1120
1.39NC
0.26
1.214.5-45
Compatible 252
0.15
(5-45)5
NC
Yes 1600 11-6 4
6.7-64
360
(71-64)
1
4
Specifications 65
specifications
Accessories
Lens
Specifications
EF-S Zoom lenses
EF Zoom lenses
21-45
27-64
22-52
38-112
31-91
38-168 31-136
42-216 36-176
45-320 36-260
45-480 36-390
88-320 72-260
112-320 91-260
112-320 91-260
112-320 91-260
112-320 91-260
112-320 91-260
112-480 91-390
112-480 91-390
120-480 98-390
120-480 98-390
160-480 130-390
160-640 130-520
Yes
96
Yes
16-35
Yes
27-88
Yes 27-136
Yes
29-88
Yes
29-88
Yes 29-320
Yes 88-400
20 40', 14 10', 24 30'
97 10' - 54 30', 74 10'37 50', 107 30' - 63 30'

68 40' - 23 20', 48 - 15
40', 78 30' - 27 50'
68 40' - 15 25', 48 - 10
25', 78 30' - 18 25'
64 30' - 23 20', 45 30'15 40', 74 20' - 27 50'
64 30' - 23 20', 45 30'15 40', 74 20' - 27 50'
64 30' - 6 30', 45 30' 4 20', 74 20' - 7 50'
23 20 - 5 20, 15 40 3 30, 27 50 - 6 15
22
0.25
0.14
Provided
16/11
22
0.21
0.34
Provided
82
10/9
22
0.4
0.16
72
6/5
32
0.5
0.29
58
16/12
22
0.28
Yes
82
12/9
22
0.28
Yes
77
16/13
22
0.38
(Macro)
Yes
77
18/13
22
0.45
Yes
77
16/12
0.5
22-36
(Macro)
16/12
22-36
23/16
13/13
23/18
2238(40)2
2227(29)2
32
0.45
0.7
1.2
1.4
0.22 (at
Provided 35mm)
0.24 (at
Provided 40mm)
0.29 (at
Provided 70mm)
0.23 (at
3Provided
105mm)
stops
30.19 Provided
stops
Ring
USM3
Ring
USM3
Ring
USM3
Ring
USM3
Ring
USM3
Micro
0.28 Provided USM
3Ring
0.3 (at
Provided
stops USM3
300mm)
0.21 (at
Micro
200mm)
USM
0.17 (at
3Ring
Provided
200mm)
stops USM3
Provided
18/15
20/15
16/13
15/10
18/12
13/9
13/9
13/10
17/14
0.16 (at
32
1.5
Provided
200mm)
0.21 (at
32
1.2
Provided
200mm)
0.21 (at
32
1.2
Provided
200mm)
0.26 (at
32-45
1.5
Provided
300mm)
0.19 (at
321.4
Provided
2
300mm)
38(40)
0.25 (at
32-45
1.5
300mm)
0.25 (at
32-45
1.5
300mm)
1.5
0.2 (at
32Provided
38(40)2 (Macro) 300mm)
0.2 (at
321.8
Provided
400mm)
38(40)2
12/8
13/10
19/12
22
0.35
17/12
22 - 32
0.35
11/9
11/9
16/12
12/10
32
0.2
220.24
27(29)2
22 0.25
38(36)2
22 0.28
38(36)2
22 0.45
38(36)2
22-32
1.1
Provided
0.17 (at
Provided
22mm)
0.17 (at
Provided
55mm)
0.20 (at
Provided
85mm)
0.34 (at
Provided
55mm)
0.28 (at
Provided
55mm)
0.24 (at
Provided
200mm)
0.31 (at
Provided
250mm)
72
72
Yes
77
52
Yes
77
88.9 x
106.7
88.5 x
106.9
81 x
90
73.6 x
88
88.5 x
111.6
83.5 x
96.8
83.2 x
123.5
83.5 x
107
78.4 x
96.8
78.4 x
89.6
92x
184
70.4 x
97
86.2 x
197
Weight (g)
26-56
18/12
Max. diameter x
length (mm)
Filter diameter (mm)
117
Dust/moisture
resistant4
144
AF Motor
Image stabilizer
59
Distance Information
communication
31
72
Maximum
magnification (x)
38
Closest focussing
distance (m)
93, 70 30', 104

(Without Tilt or Shift)1
74, 53, 84
44, 30, 51
2237', 1511', 27
98 - 54, 74 10 - 38,
108 10 - 63
93 - 49, 7030' - 34,
104 - 5730'
74 - 29. 53 - 1930',
84 - 34
74 - 19 20', 53 - 13,
84 - 23 20'
65 - 15, 46 - 10,
75 - 18
65 - 10, 46 - 7,
75 - 12
65 - 650', 46 - 435',
75 - 815'
36 - 10, 25 - 7,
43 - 12
29 - 10, 1930' - 7,
34 - 12
29 - 10, 1930' - 7,
34 - 12
29 - 10, 1930' - 7,
34 - 12
29 - 10, 19 30' - 7,
34 - 12
29 - 10, 19 30' - 7,
34 - 12
29 - 6 50', 19 30' - 4
35', 34 - 8 15'
29 - 6 50', 19 30' - 4
35', 34 - 8 15'
27 - 650', 1811' - 435',
3211' - 815'
27 - 650', 1811' - 435',
3211' - 815'
20 - 650', 14 - 435',
24 - 815'
20 - 510', 14 - 330',
24 - 610'
Minimum aperture
22
No. of
diaphragm blades
27
Lens construction
(elements/groups)
APS-H apparant
focal length (mm)
Angle of view
(horzntl, vertl, diagnl)
APS-C apparant
focal length (mm)
TS-E17mm
f/4L
TS-E 24mm
f/3.5L II
TS-E 45mm
f/2.8
TS-E 90mm
f/2.8
EF 16-35mm
f/2.8L II USM
EF 17-40mm
f/4L USM
EF 24-70mm
f/2.8L USM
EF 24-105mm
f/4L IS USM
EF 28-135mm
f/3.5-5.6 IS USM
EF 28-200mm
f/3.5-5.6 USM
EF 28-300mm
f/3.5-5.6L IS USM
EF 55-200mm
f/4.5-5.6 II USM
EF 70-200mm
f/2.8L IS USM
EF 70-200mm
f/2.8L IS II USM
EF 70-200mm
f/2.8L USM
EF 70-200mm
f/4L IS USM
EF 70-200mm
f/4L USM
EF 70-300mm
f/4-5.6 IS USM
EF 70-300mm
f/4.5-5.6 DO IS USM
EF 75-300mm
f/4-5.6 III USM
EF 75-300mm
f/4-5.6 III
EF 100-300mm
f/4.5-5.6 USM
EF 100-400mm
f/4.5-5.6L IS USM
EF-S 60mm f/2.8
Macro USM
EF-S 10-22mm
f/3.5-4.5 USM
EF-S 17-55mm
f/2.8 IS USM
EF-S 17-85mm
f/4-5.6 IS USM
EF-S 18-55mm
f/3.5-5.6 IS
EF-S 18-55mm
f/3.5-5.6 II
EF-S 18-200mm
f/3.5-5.6 IS
EF-S 55-250mm
f/4-5.6 IS
Physical
Specifications
Optical Features/Specifications
APS-C format only

Tilt and Shift
lenses
Lens
820
780
645
565
640
475
950
670
540
500
1670
310
1470
Yes
4stops
3stops
3stops
3stops
3stops
3stops
4stops
4stops
4stops
Ring
USM3
Ring
USM3
Ring
USM3
Micro
USM
Ring
USM3
Micro
USM
Micro
Motor
Ring
USM3
Ring
USM3
Ring
USM3
Ring
USM3
Ring
USM3
Ring
USM3
Micro
Motor
Micro
Motor
Micro
Motor
Micro
Motor
77
Yes
67
67
58
58
58
58
58
77
52
77
77
67
58
58
72
58
84.6 x
193.6
76 x
172
76 x
172
76.5 x
142.8
82.4 x
99.9
71 x
122
71 x
122
73 x
121.5
92 x
189
73 x
69.8
83.5 x
89.8
83.5 x
110.6
78.5 x
92
68.5 x
70
68.5 x
66
78.6 x
102
70 x
108
1310
760
705
630
720
480
480
540
1380
335
385
645
475
200
190
595
390
1
4
Specifications 66
Specifications
Extender
Compatiblity
Focal Length
Maximum Aperture
Maximum
Magnification
AF Possible
IS
Focal Length
Maximum Aperture
Maximum
Magnification
AF Possible
IS
NC
EW-88B LP1319 0.85-0.51

EW79B II
LP1216 0.44-0.27
ES-65 III LP1016 0.43-0.14

EW-88 LP1319 0.62-0.36
EW-83E LP1319 0.83-0.32

EW-83F LP1219 0.63-0.18
EW-83H LP1219 0.40-0.12
EW78B II
Specifications with EF 2x II
Magnification with
Extension Tube EF25 II
Not
LP1219
Available
Specifications with EF 1.4x II
Magnification with
Extension Tube
EF12 II
Lens hood
Lens Cap
Tilt and Shift
lenses
EF Zoom lenses
EF-S Zoom lenses
TS-E17mm
Lens cap
f/4L
17
TS-E 24mm
E-82
f/3.5L II
TS-E 45mm
E-72
f/2.8
TS-E 90mm
E-58
f/2.8
EF 16-35mm
E-82U
f/2.8L II USM
EF 17-40mm
E-77U
f/4L USM
EF 24-70mm
E-77U
f/2.8L USM
EF 24-105mm
E-77U
f/4L IS USM
EF 28-135mm
E-72U
f/3.5-5.6 IS USM
EF 28-200mm
E-72U
f/3.5-5.6 USM
EF 28-300mm
E-77U
f/3.5-5.6L IS USM
EF 55-200mm
E-52U
f/4.5-5.6 II USM
EF 70-200mm
E-77U
f/2.8L IS USM
EF 70-200mm
f/2.8L IS II USM
EF 70-200mm
E-77U
f/2.8L USM
EF 70-200mm
E-67U
f/4L IS USM
EF 70-200mm
E-67U
f/4L USM
EF 70-300mm
E-58U
f/4-5.6 IS USM
EF 70-300mm
E-58U
f/4.5-5.6 DO IS USM
EF 75-300mm
E-58
f/4-5.6 III USM
EF 75-300mm
E-58
f/4-5.6 III
EF 100-300mm
E-58U
f/4.5-5.6 USM
EF 100-400mm
E-77U
f/4.5-5.6L IS USM
EF-S 60mm f/2.8
E-52U
Macro USM
EF-S 10-22mm
E-77U
f/3.5-4.5 USM
EF-S 17-55mm
E-77U
f/2.8 IS USM
EF-S 17-85mm
E-67U
f/4-5.6 IS USM
EF-S 18-55mm
E-58
f/3.5-5.6 IS
EF-S 18-55mm
E-58
f/3.5-5.6 II
EF-S 18-200mm
E-72
f/3.5-5.6 IS
EF-S 55-250mm
E-58
f/4-5.6 IS
Lens case/pouch
Accessories
Lens
LP1116 0.53-0.09
EW-78D LP1116 0.54-0.06

EW-83G LZ1234 0.50-0.04
ET-54
LP1016 0.29-0.06
ET-86
LZ1324 0.24 - 0.06
ET-83 II LZ1324 0.22-0.06

ET-74
LP1224 0.28-0.06
ET-74
LP1224 0.29-0.06
ET-65B LP1222 0.32-0.04

ET-65B LP1116 0.26-0.04
ET-60
LP1019 0.31-0.04
ET-60
LP1019 0.31-0.04
ET-65 III LP1019 0.26-0.04

ET-83C LZ1324 0.25-0.03
ET-67B LP1016 1.28-0.20
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
0.600.31
1.110.805
1.020.705
0.750.405
0.610.275
1.090.21
1.100.14
0.500.095
0.500.14
0.41 0.14
0.410.14
0.420.14
0.390.13
0.400.09
0.460.09
0.390.09
0.390.09
0.370.09
0.350.07
1.610.44
NC
NC
NC
NC
Compatible
98280
4-45
0.24
Yes
Yes
140400
5.6-64
0.36
Yes
Yes
4-45
0.22
Yes
Yes
5.6-45
0.31
Yes
Yes
5.6-45
0.31
Yes
98280
98Compatible
280
98Compatible
280
Compatible
140400
140400
140400
5.6-64
0.33
Yes
8-64
0.45
Yes
Yes
8-64
0.45
Yes
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
Yes
Yes
200800
9.5-76
(9-81)5
0.41
Not
Possible
Yes
Compatible
140- 6.7-54
0.28
560 (6.3-57)5
NC
EW-83E LP1319 0.77-0.585
NC
EW-83J LP1219 0.45-0.235
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
EW-73B
EW-60C
EW-60C
EW-78D
ET-60
0.72 LP1116 0.43-0.14

0.335
1.00LP814 0.64-0.235
0.515
0.92LP814 0.81-0.23
0.515
0.565
LP1116 0.39-0.06
0.145
0.47LP1019 0.6-0.05
0.11
5
1
4
Specifications 67
Glossary of Lens Terms

A
Focusing ring
Distance
scale
Zoom ring
? Arc form drive (AFD) Used by

some older EF lenses the AFD motor
drives the lenses autofocus system.
An arc form drive is basically a
conventional small motor unit, but
shaped to fit inside the curved barrel
of a lens.
? Angle of view The area of a
scene that can be covered by the
lens, measured in degrees. The
angle of view is determined by the
focal length of the lens. Smaller focal
lengths give a wider angle of view.
? Aperture The adjustable lens
opening through which light passes
to the image sensor or film. Aperture
size is indicated by an F-stop the
higher the value, the smaller the lens
opening.
? Aspherical lens An element used
to counteract the problem of
spherical aberration. A special
non-spherical surface converges
central and peripheral light rays at a
single focal point to help maintain
uniform sharpness over the whole
image area.
B
? Bokeh Refers to the way in
which out of focus points of light
are rendered in an image. Derived
from the Japanese word boke,
meaning fuzzy. Blur that comprises
of smooth, uniformly circular points
of light is considered good bokeh.
C
? Chromatic aberration An optical
phenomenon caused by different
wavelengths of light bending at
different angles when passing through
the lens, resulting in colour distortion.
Lens mount index

Hood mount
Focus mode switch
An EF lens showing its different controls and features
? Contrast The range of difference

between the light and dark areas of
an image.
? Crop factor The APS-C sensor on
EOS models such as the 1000D,
450D, 500D, 40D and 50D is
smaller than a standard 36x24
millimetre frame. The smaller sensor
size has the effect of cropping the
available image area of a standard
EF lens, resulting in a 1.6x
magnification of the lens focal
length. This extra reach is a welcome
benefit for telephoto shooting but
limits the potential of wide-angle
lenses. EF-S lenses were specifically
developed to give owners of these
cameras more wide-angle options.
to vary at different wavelengths,

resulting in chromatic aberration.
? Distortion An optical aberration

whereby straight lines are not
rendered perfectly straight in the
focused image. Barrel distortion
occurs when straight lines at the
corners of the image are bent
inwards, a problem that affects some
ultra wide-angle lenses. Pincushion
distortion occurs when those lines
are bent outwards (relative to the rest
of the image).
D
? Depth of field The zone of
sharpness in front of and behind the
subject on which the lens is focused.
Determined by aperture size, focal
length and focusing distance.
? Diaphragm Another word for
Aperture, an adjustable opening in
the lens that allows the photographer
to control the amount of light that
hits the image sensor or film frame.
? Dispersion The property of optical
materials that causes light refraction
GLOSSARY 68
Glossary
Canon EF lens mount The

electronic contacts (gold-plated)
of an EF mount lens.
? Flare Lens flare occurs when light

from a bright source enters the lens
at an angle and reflects off the
internal elements in the lens. It is
typically characterised by sunspots
and areas of low contrast.
? Image Stabilizer (IS) A

lens-based technology developed
by Canon to detect and compensate
for camera shake. Allowing
photographers to shoot using
shutter speeds up to 5 stops slower
than would normally be possible,
IS significantly increases the
potential for lowlight and handheld
shooting.
? Micro motor A tiny motor which

replaced the use of AFD auto focus
motors.
? Focal length Distance between

the image sensor (or film) and the
optical centre of the lens when
focused to infinity.
? F-stop A number that represents
the relative size of the lens opening,
or aperture. The lower the f-stop,
the wider the aperture.
G
? Ghosting Secondary images
caused by light reflecting off
elements within the lens. Canon lens
coatings effectively eliminate the
problem of ghosting.
? Internal focusing A system

whereby only the internal lens group
shifts during focusing with no
change in the physical length of the
lens. An added benefit is that the
front of the lens does not rotate,
maintaining the effect of any
attached filter.
L
? Lens distance information
Data regarding the distance
from he lens to the subject.
This information is measured within
the lens and passed back to the
camera, where it is used by the
E-TTL II flash algorithm when
calculating the correct flash exposure
for a scene. Most EF lenses are
capable of providing lens distance
information.
GLOSSARY 69
glossary
? Fluorite A material which exhibits

extremely low dispersion of light,
dramatically reducing the problem of
chromatic aberration. Canon
pioneered the use of artificial crystal
fluorite elements in photographic
lenses.
? Micro USM A type of Ultrasonic

Motor (USM) that is used in some
EF lenses. The micro USM uses an
electronic micromotor which allows
for a very compact lens design. Micro
USM motors allow fast AF
performance than the standard micro
motor found in some EF lenses.
Some Micro USMs support full-time
manual focusing in AF mode.
Glossary
R
? Rear focusing A method of
internal focusing in which only the
lens elements closest to the rear of
the lens are moved. Allows for faster
and smoother focusing.
? Resolution A measure of a lens
ability to discern detail.
? Ring-type USM A type of
Ultrasonic Motor (USM) found in
most EF lenses. One of the key
advantages of the ring-type USM is
that it allows for full-time manual
focus in AF mode. This means that
focusing can be fine-tuned manually
after auto focusing has finished,
without having to switch to manual
focusing mode.
S
? Spherical aberration An optical
phenomenon whereby light rays
entering at the edges of spherical
lens elements converge at slightly
different focal points to light rays
entering from the centre. This
produces soft, low contrast images
that look as if covered with a thin veil.
Aspherical lenses are used to
counteract this problem.
? Subwavelength structure
coating (SWC) A new anti-reflective
coating that effectively eliminates
ghosting and flare by aligning
wedge-shaped structures on the
surface of a camera lens, which are
smaller than the wavelength of
visible light.
? Super Spectra coating
A multilayer anti-reflective coating
developed by Canon to minimise
ghosting and flare.
? Super UD glass Super UD is
an improved version of Ultra-low
Distance scale of an EF lens.
Dispersion (UD) glass, exhibiting

a lower dispersion of light. Used
in many professional L-series
lenses.
T
? Telephoto A lens that brings
distant subjects up close. Typically,
any lens with a focal length above
50mm.
Focus mode, and focusing

range switches.
Wide-angle lenses are more likely to

suffer from vignetting.
W
? Wide-angle A lens that has a
shorter focal length and wider field of
view than a standard 50mm lens.
? Working distance The distance
from the front of the lens to the
subject, an important factor in macro
photography. A longer focal length
will give a greater working distance.
? Ultra-low Dispersion (UD) glass

An optical material that exhibits
low dispersion of light, developed
by Canon to minimise chromatic
aberration.
? USM Ultrasonic Motor.
A lens-based technology which
drives fast, accurate and virtually
silent auto focus. Canon provides
two types of USM ring-type USM
and micro USM.
V
? Vignetting A fall-off in brightness
at the edges of an image causing the
corners of an image to appear dark.
GLOSSARY 70

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EF 24mm f/1.4L II USM 13sec f/6.3 12

EF-S 17-55 f/2.8 IS USM

MTF Chart / LENS Diagram

Lens Hood EW-83J

EF-S Zoom Lenses 15

EF-S 18-55mm f3.5-5.6 IS 1/125sec f/8

EF-S 17-85mm f/4-5.6 IS USM

Superb image quality

EF-S Zoom Lenses 16

EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS

Lens Hood EW-60C

EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 II

EF 100-400mm f4.5-5.6L IS USM-1/500sec. f/5.6

EF-S 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS

72mm Circular Polarizer

11x zoom lens 18-200mm

EF-S Zoom Lenses 18

EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS

MTF Chart / LENS Diagram

58mm Close-Up Lens

EF-S Zoom Lenses 19

EF 24mm f/1.4L II USM 3sec f/7.1 20

EF 20mm f/2.8 USM

EF 20mm f/2.8 USM

72mm Circular Polarizer

58mm Close-up Lens 500D

EF 24mm f/1.4L II USM

MTF Chart / LENS Diagram

EF 24mm f/1.4L II USM

EF fixed lengtH Lenses 24

EF 28mm f/1.8 USM

EF 28mm f/1.8 USM

58mm Close-up Lens 500D

Focal length and maximum

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