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A tremendously flexible standard zoom for APS-C-format DSLRs, the EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM from Canon pairs the 27.2-88mm equivalent focal length range with a bright f/2.8 constant maximum aperture. Benefitting this design is a sophisticated optical layout, which includes both Ultra-Low Dispersion glass and aspherical elements to significantly reduce chromatic and spherical aberrations for improved clarity and sharpness throughout the zoom range. A Super Spectra coating has also been applied to individual elements to suppress flare and ghosting for increased contrast when working in bright environments.
Beyond the optical attributes, this 17-55mm is also characterized by its advanced three stop-effective Image Stabilizer system to minimize the appearance of camera shake. Also complementing handling is a sophisticated ring-type USM, which provides quick, quiet, and accurate autofocus performance along with full-time manual focus override.
Focal Length | 17 to 55mm (35mm Equivalent Focal Length: 27.2 to 88mm) |
Maximum Aperture | f/2.8 |
Minimum Aperture | f/22 |
Lens Mount | Canon EF-S |
Lens Format Coverage | APS-C |
Angle of View | 78° 30' to 27° 50' |
Minimum Focus Distance | 1.15' / 35 cm |
Maximum Magnification | 0.17x |
Optical Design | 19 Elements in 12 Groups |
Diaphragm Blades | 7, Rounded |
Focus Type | Autofocus |
Image Stabilization | Yes |
Filter Size | 77 mm (Front) |
Dimensions (ø x L) | 3.29 x 4.35" / 83.5 x 110.6 mm |
Length at Maximum Extension | 5.55" / 141 mm |
Weight | 1.42 lb / 645 g |
Lens mount | Canon EF-S |
Lens Format Coverage | APS-C |
Lens Design | Zoom Lenses |
Lens focus length, mm | 17-55 |
Focus Type | Autofocus |
Image Stabilization | Yes |
Lens type | medium-format |
Maximum Aperture | f/2.8 |