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Black Canon EF 16-35mm f/4L IS USM zoom lens with barrel markings

Canon

Canon EF 16-35mm f/4L IS USM Camera Lens

SKU CH-VMAR-T46A6

Wide-angle zoom with 16-35mm range, constant f/4 aperture and image stabilisation for DSLR cameras

  • Focus systemAuto/Manual
  • Product typeZoom Lens
  • Compatible withDSLR Camera
  • Product colorBlack
  • Wide-angle versatility from 16 to 35 mm focal length
  • Sharp images across the zoom range with two ultra-low dispersion elements
  • Steady handheld shooting thanks to built-in image stabilisation
  • Pleasing background blur from rounded 9-blade diaphragm
  • Precise manual focus override available at any time in AF mode

Wide-angle zoom for full-frame DSLRs

The Canon EF 16-35mm f/4L IS USM is a constant-aperture wide-angle zoom built for Canon full-frame and APS-C DSLR bodies. Its L-series optical formula includes two ultra-low dispersion elements and a rounded nine-blade diaphragm to reduce colour fringing and produce smooth background rendering. Image stabilisation assists hand-held shooting at slower shutter speeds, and full-time manual focus override allows precise adjustments without leaving autofocus mode.

Suited to landscape, architecture and event work

Photographers who need a versatile wide-angle range with a fixed f/4 aperture across the zoom will benefit from this lens. It is not intended for buyers who require a wider maximum aperture such as f/2.8 for low-light isolation, nor for users of Canon RF-mount mirrorless systems without an appropriate adapter.

Optical formula with two ultra-low dispersion

The inclusion of two ultra-low dispersion elements in the lens construction directly controls chromatic aberration throughout the 16-35 mm zoom range. This specification determines whether the lens meets the image-quality demands of professional wide-angle work where colour fringing at the frame edges must be minimised.

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Price $895.99
Pricier than about 74% of the 2,570 comparable items (median $546.49).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameCanon International
Model nameNot Available
Product typeZoom Lens
Product colorBlack
Audio & video
Focus systemAuto/Manual
Compatibility
Compatible withDSLR Camera

Questions about this item

Should I pick the 16-35mm zoom or a single focal length?

The 16-35mm zoom covers 108° 10' at 16mm down to 63° at 35mm, so one lens handles ultra-wide to moderate wide without swapping.

How does the constant f/4 aperture behave when I zoom?

The maximum aperture stays f/4 from 16mm to 35mm, so exposure settings remain consistent across the whole range.

What does the EF mount limit on a mirrorless body?

An EF-to-RF adapter is required; the lens then works fully but adds length and cannot use native RF-only features.

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