Canon EF-S 17-85mm f/4.0-5.6 IS USM
Optical design
Full frame equivalent focal length is 25.5-127.5 mm. 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, Has 6 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle.Physical characteristics
Weights 475 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary. 92 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag. With a lens filter diameter of 67 mm commonly filter size, provides a range of filter options.Canon EF-S 17-85mm f/4.0-5.6 IS USM purchase historyStable
Prices have held steady across 22 months of tracked sales — pay around the $89.00 fair value and watch for outliers below it.
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338 of 676 tracked sales (50%) closed at or under the $89.00 fair value.
- May 6, 2025$13.00$-76.00 / typical
- May 6, 2025$14.00$-75.00 / typical
- Jul 4, 2025$15.00$-74.00 / typical
- Oct 21, 2024$16.00$-73.00 / typical
- Oct 21, 2024$17.00$-72.00 / typical
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High Distortion but “Sharp” The EF-S 17-85 4-5.6 IS USM devalued its price greatly due to the fact that it has high reputation of providing distortion at every focal lengths vastly from -4.5 to +3.5!!!! Otherwise, it is a good lens, sharpness, build, IS, USM, size and its look, are perfect. Get one. It is cheap these days. You ll get nice pictures from it for sure. If you r not a pro or serious architecture photographer, so worth using.
Canon EF-S 17-85mm f/4-5.6 IS USM (SKU:1064847) Lens works great. Unable to use the auto focus. has hard time focusing. have to manual focus which is okay. still take great pictures.
Excellent Zoom Range 17 to 85 MM This particular lens is great to do Candid Photography. The range is Perfect.. The lens has a Terrible Downside,,, it is Not Durable at all.. Do, Expect,, for it to break,, and that you will purchase another because it has such a great range. This is my Favorite lens to use,, but it's Construction is,, Junk.. I have purchased SIX of them,,, I would have been better off Purchasing a Professional lens.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Canon EF-S 17-85mm f/4.0-5.6 IS USM?
Canon EF-S 17-85mm f/4.0-5.6 IS USM is a camera lens with 17-85mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/4.0 - 5.6/22, for the Canon EF, Canon EF-S mount, supporting the Aps-c format, weighing 475g.
What mount is the Canon EF-S 17-85mm f/4.0-5.6 IS USM compatible with?
Canon EF-S 17-85mm f/4.0-5.6 IS USM uses a Canon EF, Canon EF-S mount and supports the Aps-c format.
How much does the Canon EF-S 17-85mm f/4.0-5.6 IS USM cost?
Based on recent eBay sold listings the Canon EF-S 17-85mm f/4.0-5.6 IS USM typically sells for around $13.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.
Is the Canon EF-S 17-85mm f/4.0-5.6 IS USM a good lens?
Canon EF-S 17-85mm f/4.0-5.6 IS USM has a community rating of 4.5/5 from 36 review(s).
Which lenses are similar to the Canon EF-S 17-85mm f/4.0-5.6 IS USM?
Similar lenses include Canon EF-S 15-85mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM, Sigma DC 17-70mm f/2.8-4.5 Macro, Sigma DC 17-70mm F 2.8-4 Macro OS HSM.