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Canon EF 24-105mm f/4 L is USM Lens for Canon EOS SLR Cameras
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Brand | Canon |
Focal Length Description | 24-105 millimeters |
Lens Type | Telephoto |
Compatible Mountings | Canon EF |
Camera Lens Description | 4 |
About this item
- 24-105mm standard zoom lens with f/4 maximum aperture for Canon EOS SLR cameras, Macro Focus Range : 0.45 m
- 1 Super UD glass element and 3 aspherical lenses minimize chromatic aberration and distortion
- Ring-type USM system delivers silent but quick autofocus (AF); full-time manual focus
- Image Stabilizer technology steadies camera shake at up to 3 stops; weighs 23.6 ounces
- Dust- and moisture-resistant; measures 3.3 inches in diameter and 4.2 inches long; 1-year warranty
- E7Magnification - Extension Tube EF25 II - ¹ Only compatible at tele.
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Image stabilization | 4.4 | 4.5 | — | 5.0 | — | — |
Auto focus | 4.4 | 4.6 | — | 5.0 | — | — |
For landscape photography | 4.3 | 5.0 | — | 5.0 | — | — |
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lens type | Telephoto | Standard | zoom | Wide Angle, Telephoto | Telephoto | — |
compatible mountings | Canon EF | Canon EF | Canon EF | Canon RF | Canon EF | Canon EF |
lens design | Zoom | Zoom | Zoom | Zoom | Zoom | Prime |
focus type | Auto Focus | Auto/Manual | manual-and-auto-focus | Auto Focus | — | Manual Focus, Auto Focus |
minimum focal length | 24 millimeters | 24 millimeters | 105 millimeters | — | 100 millimeters | 50 millimeters |
max focal length | 105 millimeters | 105 millimeters | 24 millimeters | 105 millimeters | 400 millimeters | 50 millimeters |
fixed focal length | 105 millimeters | 105 millimeters | 105 millimeters | 105 millimeters | 400 millimeters | 50 millimeters |
model name | 0344B002 | — | EF 24-105mm f/4L IS II | 2963C002 | ef | — |
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Product Dimensions | 4.21 x 3.31 x 3.31 inches |
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Item Weight | 1.48 pounds |
ASIN | B000AZ57M6 |
Item model number | 0344B002 |
Customer Reviews |
4.4 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #87 in SLR Camera Lenses |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | September 14, 2004 |
Manufacturer | Canon |
Country of Origin | Japan |
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Product Description
Product Description
L9) Canon 24-105Mm F/4 L Is Usm Lens. The L-Series Is Canon'S Flagship Professional Lens Range, Representing The Best In Precision-Designed Ef Optics. L-Series Lenses Combine Superior Performance With Superlative Handling, And Are Resistant To Dust And Moisture. The Ef 24-105Mm F/4L Is Usm Features Canon'S Three-Stop Image Stabilizer (Is), Making It Ideal For Handheld Work. Is Permits The Use Of Shutter Speeds Up To Three Stops Slower Than Normal, With No Perceptible Increase In Image Blur From Camera Shake. E7Magnification - Extension Tube EF25 II - ¹ Only compatible at tele.
From the Manufacturer
Dust and moisture resistant and incorporating Canon's very finest standards of precision optics, the EF 24-105mm f4L IS USM is designed for reportage, event, travel, and celebrity photographers looking for a lightweight and maneuverable lens with minimal image quality compromise.
Complementing the EF 17-40mm f4L USM and EF 70-200mm f4L USM, the lens completes Canon's f4L-series zoom lens range. These lenses are designed for professional photographers requiring a light zoom lens with a fixed aperture throughout the zoom range. For outstanding camera-shake reduction, Image Stabilizer allows shutter speeds of 3 stops slower than would otherwise be possible, with no perceptible increase in image blur.
The L-series is Canon's flagship professional lens range, designed to include outstanding image performance, ultimate operability, and weather resistance. The EF 24-105mm f4L IS USM offers a lightweight alternative to the renowned EF 24-70mm f2.8L USM.
Image Stabilizer
Image Stabilizer (IS) dramatically reduces image blur caused by camera shake. Gyro sensors detect unwanted vibrations, triggering the corresponding movement of a correcting lens group perpendicular to the optical axis. This alters the light path, returning the image to its correct position on the sensor or film plane.
The 3-stop advantage means that photographers normally shooting a 105mm lens handheld at 1/125 second can obtain a shake free result with a shutter speed as low as 1/15 second, for vastly extended options in low light conditions.
Superb autofocus
The ring-type USM motor found in the EF 24-105mm f4L IS USM employs ultra-sonic frequency vibrations to drive autofocus with unrivalled speed and near-silent operation. A powerful CPU and improved AF algorithm contribute to speed performance. Good holding torque stops the lens with precision and accuracy, the instant it arrives at the correct focus point and without overshoot. Photographers can choose manual focus instantly and at any time simply by moving the manual focus ring without first having to switch out of autofocus mode.
Constant f4 aperture from 24 to 105mm
The EF 24-105mm f4L IS USM offers the highest possible optical quality with no change in aperture over the full focal range of the lens. This allows photographers to set exposure at the widest aperture and zoom all the way through to 105mm without having to vary the shutter speed. It is the perfect lens for professional photographers looking for a lightweight and extended zoom alternative to its EF 24-70mm f2.8L USM counterpart. The lens employs an almost perfectly circular barrel aperture, helping create attractive, defocused backgrounds.
Image quality
To limit lens size and improve image clarity over the total image area, an Ultra-Low Dispersion glass (UD) element is used to eliminate the secondary chromatic aberrations that otherwise reduce sharpness and introduce color fringing. Aspherical lens elements correct spherical aberration for crisp, high-contrast, corner-to-corner quality. By optimizing Super Spectra lens coatings and lens element shaping, Canon's engineers have been effective in suppressing flare and ghosting--more prone to occur with digital cameras due to reflection off the image sensor. By increasing light absorption, coatings reduce reflections off lens element surfaces to deliver crisp, undistorted images with natural color balance.
EOS system integration
The EF 24-105mm f4L IS USM includes distance metering information, providing compatibility with the E-TTL II flash system of late-model cameras such as the EOS-1D Mark II N and EOS 5D. When used in conjunction with Canon's range of EX Speedlite flash units, the lens passes distance information to the flash algorithm for markedly improved flash exposure metering. To match the weather resistance afforded by EOS-1 professional camera bodies, an O-ring seals the lens against the lens mount and numerous seals around the lens' moving components provide protection against the ingress of dust and moisture.
AF Mode and IS switches have been reshaped, making them less susceptible to being engaged or disengaged accidentally.
The EF 24-105mm f4L IS USM comes with a bayonet mount lens hood EW-83H and soft lens pouch LP1219. In keeping with Canon's Kyosei philosophy of living in harmony with the environment, the lens features only lead-free glass.
What's in the box
Canon 24-105mm f/4L IS EF USM AF Lens, E-77U 77mm Snap-On Lens Cap, Lens Dust Cap E (Rear), EW-83H Lens Hood, LP1219 Soft Lens Case, 1-Year Warranty.
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Customers like the sharpness, quality and image quality of the lens. For example, they mention it's a great all-purpose lens, takes good photos in all light conditions and produces sharp images. Customers are also impresseded with the performance, saying the IS works well and does all the little things quite well.
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Customers are satisfied with the sharpness of the lens. They mention that it is supper sharp, delivers images razor-sharp, and has good sturdy build. Some say that they have not found any problems with sharpness on their lens from end to end. They also mention that the detail and sharpness are incredible, with super tack-shape at the center and very little softness at the extreme edges. Overall, most are happy with the quality and performance of this lens.
"...-frame camera it's a great all-purpose walk-around as well as a great portrait lens...." Read more
"...While both are comparably sharp at both ends of the focal length, for me the image stabilizer made quite a difference...." Read more
"...This one, however, will be an excellent anchor lens for most small-number lens sets...." Read more
"...It's very sharp and the colors are great. You can tell a difference in the colors of photos taken with this lens and cheaper lenses...." Read more
Customers like the quality of the lens. They say it is a great all-around lens that is suitable for full-frame cameras. The lens has a nice build and is an amazing all-purpose lens. It has use in many different shooting situations and is perfect as a walk-around.
"...On a full-frame camera it's a great all-purpose walk-around as well as a great portrait lens...." Read more
"...Its build quality is simply amazing - it is literally built like a tank and its zoom and focus rings are smoother than ever...." Read more
"...It is cheaper than the 24-70 and more versatile too. I had no issues about the f4, I have other faster lenses in my arsenal...." Read more
"...I feel like this lens gives the most versatility for someone who wants amazing photos and also wants to shoot occasional handheld videos...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the image quality of the lens. They mention that it produces crisp, colorful, and full of detail images. They also say that it is excellent for landscape photography and that it improves clarity and color over the Canon EF 28-135mm I. Customers also say it is great for portrait or event photography.
"...The EF 24-105L not only takes good photos, it takes beautiful ones, notably nicer than several other well-regarded lenses in the same price..." Read more
"...The images are sharp, with awesome colors. They have an almost 3-D like quality about them!..." Read more
"...And I remember why.This is great for portrait or event photography. I also like to take nature and fauna pictures...." Read more
"...as the wide angle is really a wide angle, and the picture quality is just awesome. There critics! What do you have to say now?" Read more
Customers like the performance of the lens. They say the IS works well, the optical quality is excellent, and the movements are smooth. The lens does all the little things quite well under decent conditions, and customers are pleased with the results. It performs well as an all-round lens and works flawlessly on both cameras. The auto focus works and is amazing for landscape photography. It works reasonably well on mirrorless with an adapter, and is very good at a lot of things.
"...The IS works well and is much quieter than the newer IS in the Canon EF-S 17-55mm...." Read more
"...factor, this lens is wide enough for indoor shots, and the IS has been undeniably helpful. The images are sharp, with awesome colors...." Read more
"...Over all, I love it; it worked fine with my 6D." Read more
"...The circular aperture of this camera works well and allows you to get the depth of field you want with out the annoying jagged edges in out of focus..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the range of the lens. For example, they mention it has a great zoom range, providing enough opportunities to capture great photos. That said, they say it's a good lens for everyday use, and good for general wide-angle work up through short telephoto. Customers also say it has enough reach to get nice shots from a bit of a distance. Overall, they're happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...for 80% of the price of the EF24-105L. It's lighter-weight and has a wider angle, and the IS is a newer generation, but pictures were less rich and..." Read more
"...Even with the 1.6x crop factor, this lens is wide enough for indoor shots, and the IS has been undeniably helpful...." Read more
"...It is good for general wide-angle work up through short telephoto (ideal for portraits), and it even has a limited "macro" ability to shoot close-ups..." Read more
"...lens and was awhite box lens it's still a great lens and the zoom on it is very nice I really bought this lens for my vacation this year and with..." Read more
Customers like the color of the lens. They say the colors and contrast are excellent, and the L series quality produces great colors. The bokeh on this lens is impressive, and it has very crisp images.
"...puts into L lenses makes your pictures more saturated and true to life in color, and the L lenses will deliver professional results...." Read more
"...The images are sharp, with awesome colors. They have an almost 3-D like quality about them!..." Read more
"...Speaking of F4 it lets in a fair amount of light, I have not noticed any Vingeting at any focal length, but shooting on a 1.6 sensor crops out the..." Read more
"...It's very sharp and the colors are great. You can tell a difference in the colors of photos taken with this lens and cheaper lenses...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the lens. Some mention that it's light weight compared to its 24-70 f/2.8 cousin, and produces great image sharpness. They also say that it retains its value well. However, others say that the weight is 10 oz heavier, the 70mm feels limiting for portraits, and it can also get heavy if you're carrying it around all day.
"...Although not cheap, to me it's well worth every penny." Read more
"...the oomph I'd expect for 80% of the price of the EF24-105L. It's lighter-weight and has a wider angle, and the IS is a newer generation, but..." Read more
"...However, two things worked against it for me. It was much heavier than I thought I would be able to handle for a full day, and the extra speed would..." Read more
"...This lens is very light, you can wear the camera with this lens around your neck for a whole day without much discomfort, provided you have a good..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the focus of the camera. Some mention that it has a quick focus and adequate autofocus, while others say that it's slow and has shaky focusing.
"...Both the IS and autofocus features can be turned off in response to special photographic circumstances...." Read more
"...USM is very silent, you won't hear it moving, but it has a hard time locking on to focus in low light if you don't have a good contrast...." Read more
"...I see no degradation as of yet when using this filter. Focusing is swift and quiet...." Read more
"...The only benefit of it is it's low minimum focus distance, but I plan to get a set of extension tubes next for the 50mm prime for macro photography...." Read more
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As an avid amateur, I don't make a living from my camera, but the results matter a great deal to me. After reading every review I could find, I bought three well-regarded lenses to try on my Canon Rebel T1i . This EF24-105L, the new Canon EF-S 15-85mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM UD , and the very-well reviewed Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM . Both of the EF-S lenses are newer models than the EF 24-105L and are designed for cropped-sensor cameras.
The short: The 24-105 turned out warmer, more beautiful photos in both indoor and outdoor usage, capturing vibrant, accurate colors. The IS works well and is much quieter than the newer IS in the Canon EF-S 17-55mm . While some sort of external stabilization is necessary, it works reasonably well for low-light photography. And the colors...grasses are green, skin tones look healthy, my cat's fur gleams, and every color pops. The best results of any lens I've tried on my Canon DSLR so far.
On my cropped-sensor camera, there's very little visible fall-off in sharpness at max aperture of f/4 (although there is some softness); never enough that I found myself dialing down the aperture for that reason.
As for the other lenses, I really wanted to like the Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM , but it seemed to take unusually few "keepers" in similar shooting situations to the EF24-105L. The captured colors were a little cooler, and the IS comparatively very loud (audible without putting your ear to the lens). All of this was enough to offset the wider-angle and the bigger aperture, so back it went (at the thousand-buck mark, I want my glass to impress me!).
The Canon EF-S 15-85mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM UD was solid all-around but without the oomph I'd expect for 80% of the price of the EF24-105L. It's lighter-weight and has a wider angle, and the IS is a newer generation, but pictures were less rich and didn't pop the way the 24-105L's do. A great walk-around lens if I didn't have the direct comparison to the 24-105L, but only worthwhile if the price difference (or few ounces weight-difference) is make-or-break. I kept this one as a backup (or for travel), but find I never want to swap it in place of the 24-105L.
I also considered the well-reviewed Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L USM , but its lack of IS and much greater weight turned me away since much of my usage is handheld.
And since the EF24-105 is an L series, Canon includes a lens-hood and a structured storage bag, both nice quality.
The cons are what you'd expect: it's a large, heavy, expensive lens, with only a maximum aperture of f/4. It's big enough to draw comments when you take it out in casual settings. But, it's much lighter than other L lenses, and only few ounces heavier than EF-S lenses I tried. The aperture is a limiting factor in low-light photography (tripod or flash or other method required, even with the IS), but the results are consistently very good when properly stabilized. I've used it in a number of bars and other low-light situations.
The EF 24-105L has pretty constantly stayed on my camera since I've had it, turning into my walk-around lens, my portrait lens, my landscape lens.
Very well worth its price. Highly recommended.
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Reviewed in Mexico on December 9, 2019
Excellent carry-on lens, just be aware that it's much larger and heavier that a kit lens!