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    Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8 L USM

    3.3
    (1 reviews)
    Optical: 3.4
    Mechanical: 3.8
    Value: 1.8
    Focal Length
    16-35mm
    Aperture
    f/2.8-22
    Mount
    Canon EF, Canon EF-S
    Weight
    600g
    Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8 L USM is a auto focus wide angle zoom lens for full frame cameras.

    Optical design

    Has 7 aperture blades, mid-grade lenses usually have this amount of blades. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle. Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value Ultrasonic motor converts ultrasonic vibration energy into rotational force to move the lens. this is the currently the fastest focusing motor in the canon range,

    Physical characteristics

    103 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag. Weights 600 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary. With a lens filter diameter of 77 mm this lens deserves a good quality filter, this is commonly filter size, gives you a variety of filter options.

    Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8 L USM purchase historyStable

    eBay Price HistoryeBay Auction (high-low)Linear trend

    Prices have held steady across 41 months of tracked sales — pay around the $426.00 fair value and watch for outliers below it.

    Fair value (90-day)
    $426.00
    Don't exceed (P75)
    $614.00
    All-time low
    $24.00
    Latest sale
    $305.00

    Best deals

    2672 of 5312 tracked sales (50%) closed at or under the $426.00 fair value.

    • Jul 11, 2025$24.00$-402.00 / typical
    • Jan 26, 2025$60.00$-366.00 / typical
    • Jan 26, 2025$61.00$-365.00 / typical
    • Jan 26, 2025$65.00$-361.00 / typical
    • Dec 29, 2024$80.00$-346.00 / typical

    Auction insight

    1 of 1 auction closes (100%) landed below the $426.00 fair value — averaging $121.00 under. All-time auction floor: $305.00.

    eBay Auctions

    No active auctions found.

    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length16-35mm
    Aperturef/2.8-22
    Min Focus Distance0.28m
    FocusingAuto Focus
    Physical
    Weight600g
    Length103mm
    Filter Thread77mm
    MountCanon EF, Canon EF-S
    FormatFull frame

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    Reviews

    Francisco Garcia3.3/5

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8 L USM?

    Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8 L USM is a camera lens with 16-35mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/2.8/22, for the Canon EF, Canon EF-S mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 600g.

    What mount is the Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8 L USM compatible with?

    Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8 L USM uses a Canon EF, Canon EF-S mount and supports the Full frame format.

    How much does the Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8 L USM cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8 L USM typically sells for around $24.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Is the Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8 L USM a good lens?

    Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8 L USM has a community rating of 3.3/5 from 1 review(s).

    Which lenses are similar to the Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8 L USM?

    Similar lenses include Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8 L II USM, Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8 L III USM, Canon EF 16-35mm f/4 L IS USM.

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    Latest Price
    €305.00
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    Review Summary

    Overall Rating
    3.3
    Optical3.4/5
    Mechanical3.8/5
    Value1.8/5
    Bokeh3.4/5
    Usability4.2/5
    Based on 5 reviewers

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