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    Canon EF 17-40mm f/4 L USM

    4.1
    (1 reviews)
    Optical: 4.1
    Mechanical: 4.7
    Value: 3.6
    Focal Length
    17-40mm
    Aperture
    f/4-22
    Mount
    Canon EF, Canon EF-S
    Weight
    500g
    Canon EF 17-40mm f/4 L USM is a auto focus prime zoom lens for full frame cameras.

    Optical design

    Average brightness in this league 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. 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

    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. 96 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag. Weights 500 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary.

    Canon EF 17-40mm f/4 L USM purchase historyStable

    eBay Price HistoryeBay Auction (high-low)Linear trend

    Prices have held steady across 50 months of tracked sales — pay around the $340.00 fair value and watch for outliers below it.

    Fair value (90-day)
    $340.00
    Don't exceed (P75)
    $379.50
    All-time low
    $15.00
    Latest sale
    $384.00

    Best deals

    1450 of 2892 tracked sales (50%) closed at or under the $340.00 fair value.

    • Dec 25, 2024$15.00$-325.00 / typical
    • Dec 25, 2024$16.00$-324.00 / typical
    • Dec 25, 2024$17.00$-323.00 / typical
    • Oct 17, 2024$71.00$-269.00 / typical
    • Oct 17, 2024$72.00$-268.00 / typical

    eBay Auctions

    No active auctions found.

    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length17-40mm
    Aperturef/4-22
    Min Focus Distance0.28m
    FocusingAuto Focus
    Physical
    Weight500g
    Length96.8mm
    Filter Thread77mm
    MountCanon EF, Canon EF-S
    FormatFull frame

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    Reviews

    Emma Krüger4.1/5

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Canon EF 17-40mm f/4 L USM?

    Canon EF 17-40mm f/4 L USM is a camera lens with 17-40mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/4/22, for the Canon EF, Canon EF-S mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 500g.

    What mount is the Canon EF 17-40mm f/4 L USM compatible with?

    Canon EF 17-40mm f/4 L USM uses a Canon EF, Canon EF-S mount and supports the Full frame format.

    How much does the Canon EF 17-40mm f/4 L USM cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Canon EF 17-40mm f/4 L USM typically sells for around $15.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Is the Canon EF 17-40mm f/4 L USM a good lens?

    Canon EF 17-40mm f/4 L USM has a community rating of 4.1/5 from 1 review(s).

    Which lenses are similar to the Canon EF 17-40mm f/4 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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    Review Summary

    Overall Rating
    4.1
    Optical4.1/5
    Mechanical4.7/5
    Value3.6/5
    Bokeh3.3/5
    Usability4.6/5
    Based on 11 reviewers

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