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Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM Lens

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Bullet Points Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM Lens
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  • - Versatile zoom range great for landscapes, portraits and travel
  • - Zoom across the full focal length without slowing the shutter speed thanks to the fixed f/2.8 aperture
  • - Enjoy quiet fast focusing with USM technology with full time manual focus override when needed
  • - Optimal flash metering on all shoots as this lens passes distance information to the camera’s E-TTL II flash system
  • - Avoid camera shake and shoot in low light without a flash using the 3-stop Optical Image Stabilizer technology
  • - Reduce flare and ghosting with Super Spectra coatings on the lens
  • - Smooth highlights from a 7-bladed aperture for a more natural look and feel to your images
  • - Compatible with all Canon EOS DSLR cameras with an APS-C sensor and Canon EOS M series mirrorless cameras using the EF-EOS M Mount Adapter
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EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM Lens
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Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM Lens:
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The 17-55mm zoom range delivers outstanding flexibility, producing high-quality images for landscape, portrait and travel photography. The f/2.8 aperture remains constant throughout the full focal length range, so you can zoom without slowing the shutter speed. With fast focusing in Ultra-Sonic motor (USM) technology you can roam city streets and expansive scenery, capturing subjects without interruption. The 3-stop optical Image Stabilizer and wide aperture reduces camera shake, enabling hand-held photography in low-light conditions or night photography without using a flash.

Short summary description Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM Lens:
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Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM Lens, Wide lens, 19/12, 17 - 55 mm, Image stabilizer, Canon EF-S

Long summary description Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM Lens:
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Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM Lens. Component for: SLR, Lens structure (elements/groups): 19/12, Lens type: Wide lens. Camera brands compatibility: Canon, AF actuator: Ring USM, Compatibility: EOS. Product colour: Black. Diameter: 8.35 cm, Filter size: 7.7 cm, Length: 110.6 mm. Magnification: 0.17x

Lens system
Component for *
SLR
Lens type *
Wide lens
Lens structure (elements/groups) *
19/12
Lens viewing angle, diagonal
78.5 - 27.85°
Focal length range
17 - 55 mm
Number of diaphragm blades
7
Closest focusing distance *
0.35 m
Maximum aperture number *
22
Focal length (35mm film equivalent)
27 - 88 mm
Minimum focal length (35mm film equiv)
27 mm
Maximum focal length (35mm film equiv)
88 mm
Image sensor format
APS-C
Lens mount interface *
Canon EF-S
Lens system
Image stabilizer
Yes
Image stabilizer number of stops
3
Performance
AF actuator
Ring USM
Camera brands compatibility *
Canon
Ultrasonic motor (USM)
Yes
Compatibility
EOS
Design
Product colour
Black
Weight & dimensions
Length
110.6 mm
Weight
645 g
Diameter *
8.35 cm
Filter size *
7.7 cm
Other features
Magnification
0.17x
Source Testseek summary Average rating
Reviews
Updated:
2019-12-01 15:03:32
Uk has collected 25 expert reviews for Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM Lens and the average expert rating is 78 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community’s view on this product. Click below and use Uk to see all ratings, product awards and conclusions.
78%
Source Review comments Score
photoreview.com.au
Updated:
2019-12-01 15:03:23
This versatile standard zoom lens can cover everything from landscapes and cityscapes through to group, full-body and head-and-shoulders portraits. Although larger and heavier than Canon's cheaper EF-S kit zooms, it affords greater control over depth of f...
Bottom line SPECSPicture angle: 78  degrees 30 minutes to 27 degrees 50 minutes Minimum aperture: f/22Lens construction: 19 elements in 12 groups (including 3 aspherical elements and 2 UD glass elements)Lens mounts: Canon EF-SDiaphragm Blades: 7 (circular aperture)F...
88%
practicalphotography.com
Updated:
2019-12-01 15:03:28
With image stabilisation (IS), a solid f/2.8 throughout the zoom range and USM focusing, the Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM is about as close to a pro lens as many Canon users will be able to afford...
60%
digitalcameraworld.com
Updated:
2019-12-01 15:03:23
Dating back to 2006, the Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM is the most up-market standard zoom that Canon has ever made for its APS-C format cameras. As such, it has a relatively fast f/2.8 aperture rating, which remains constant throughout the entire zoom...
Good Fast, consistent, accurate autofocus, Generous f/2.8 maximum aperture...
Bad Big for an APS-C lens, No weather seals...
Bottom line The Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS gives APS-C shooters a taste of the premium lifestyle, with a smooth constant f/2.8 aperture and a generously wide zoom range for a standard lens. It's getting a little old in the tooth and does show its age in a few ways...
90%
dxomark.com
Updated:
2019-12-01 15:03:23
This is the second and final part of our comprehensive lens recommendations for the new entry-level Canon EOS Rebel T5 / 1200D. This time we've assessed zoom lenses from both the Canon and third party makers to see how well they perform on the camera, and...
26%
Slrgear.com
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2019-12-01 15:03:23
Test NotesIt's great to see the camera manufacturers making more and more lenses optimized for their sub-frame DSLRs. A great example of this trend is the Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS, a really excellent wide-to-medium range zoom with image stabilization...
89%
photographyblog.com
Updated:
2019-12-01 15:03:23
The Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM is the fastest standard focal length zoom lens for for Canon EF–S mount DSLR cameras. Featuring an equivalent focal length of 27-88mm, the Canon EF-S 17-55mm offers a fast constant aperture of f/2.8 throughtout the...
Bottom line The Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM is the fastest standard zoom dedicated to Canon's APS-C DSLRs, and is designed to be an upgrade for disgruntled kit lens owners who want better image quality. In many ways this 7-year old lens succeeds in its aim, alth...
80%
whatdigitalcamera.com
Updated:
2019-12-01 15:03:23
Constant f/2.8 aperture * Fast AF with internal focussing * 3.3x zoom range * Image stabilisation system * Compatible with E-TTL II flashguns Canon's APS-C format 17-55mm zoom is the most expensive of four lenses that cover the same format and share ap...
Good Peak resolution...
Bad Some colour fringing...
87%
pcmag.com
Updated:
2019-12-01 15:03:24
The Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM ($1,179 direct)$879.00 at Buydig.com is the top-end standard zoom lens for Canon APS-C cameras. Rebel D-SLRs are generally bundled with the EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II$199.00 at Amazon lens that, while quite...
Good Very sharp at wider angles. Fast aperture. Minimal distortion.
Bad Big. Expensive. Soft at 55mm...
Bottom line If you're looking to upgrade your 18-55mm kit lens, the Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM is a good, but expensive, way to go...
80%
bobatkins.com
Updated:
2019-12-01 15:03:27
The Canon EF-S 17-55/2.8 IS USM and Sigma 17-50/2.8 EX DC OS HSM are both fast wide-to-short telephoto zooms designed for use on crop sensor digital cameras. On such cameras they approximate the same angle of view that you'd get from something like...
0%
photozone.de
Updated:
2019-12-01 15:03:27
The EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 USM IS is Canons APS-C standard zoom lens solution for the broad "prosumer" market. The lens has a price tag similar to Canon L zoom lenses but obviously Canon decided to keep this designation limited to high-end full format le...
Bottom line The Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 USM IS is not a perfect lens but it lives quite well up to the very high expectations of the user base. The resolution figures are among the very best for an APS-C standard zoom lens. The center resolution is generally exc...
0%
photo.net
Updated:
2019-12-01 15:03:27
If you want a high-quality Canon-brand mid-range zoom for your Canon small-sensor digital SLR, you have a choice between the Canon 17-55/2.8 and... nothing. Fortunately, this is a very high quality lens indeed, with a constant f/2.8 aperture and image-...
0%
cameralabs.com
Updated:
2019-12-01 15:03:31
Canon’s EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM is a premium zoom lens designed for EF-S bodies and announced alongside the EOS-30D digital SLR in February 2006. Boasting a constant f2.8 aperture throughout the range, it’s the fastest standard focal length...
Good Bright f2.8 aperture throughout zoom range, Effective anti-shake IS capability, Fast and quiet USM focusing motor, Superb low-light performance...
Bad Relatively expensive, Construction not Canon L standard yet, Range shorter than cheaper EF-S 17-85mm, Lens hood and pouch are not included...
Bottom line Canon EF-S 17-55mm verdict Canon’s EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM is the optically fastest lens the company has produced for EF-S digital SLRs. The big question for EF-S body owners though is why they should pay extra for an f2.8 lens when they could enj...
79%
Wlcastleman.com
Updated:
2019-12-01 15:03:31
Performance Comparison Review of Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS and EF-S 17-85mm f/4.0-5.6 ISversusTamron 17-50mm f/2.8 XR LD and Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 DC MacroPerformance with a Canon APS-C digital camera (EOS-20D) Review In Progress This is the initial dr...
0%
Kenrockwell.com
Updated:
2019-12-01 15:03:31
In a Nutshell This is Canons most expensive midrange zoom designed exclusively for the 1.6x sensor cameras. It only works on the 30D, 20D and the Digital Rebels (Rebel (EOS 300), Rebel XT (EOS 350) and Rebel XTi (EOS 400). Forget it for film cameras...
0%
The-digital-picture.com
Updated:
2019-12-01 15:03:31
The Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM Lens, with a fast, fixed f/2.8 aperture, very high image quality, 3-stop Image Stabilization and a very popular focal length range, is one of the best general/multi-purpose lenses available. Since EF-S lenses only m...
0%
bobatkins.com
Updated:
2019-12-01 15:03:32
Summary: A good lens with a very effective Image Stabilization system. Perhaps the best "one lens" choice for the Digital Rebel XT and EOS 20D/30D. The Canon EF-S 17-85/3.5-5.6 IS USM is designed for use on the Canon EOS Digital Rebel, Digital Rebe...
0%
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