To meet the growing demand of digital SLR owners, this ultra-wide-angle zoom offers a broader view, fast aperture, and closer focusing down to 11 in. (.28m). The first EF wide-angle zoom to combine three Aspherical elements and Canon’s UD glass, the lens remains compact while providing superior image quality across its range. Constructed to pro standards, it’s also highly resistant to dust and moisture.
| Lens type Zoom lens |
| Max Format size 35mm FF |
| Focal length 16–35 mm |
| Image stabilization No |
| Lens mount Canon EF |
| Aperture |
| Maximum aperture F2.8 |
| Minimum aperture F22 |
| Aperture ring No |
| Number of diaphragm blades 7 |
| Optics |
| Elements 14 |
| Groups 10 |
| Special elements / coatings 3 types of aspherical elements (ground, replicated and Gmo [glass molded]) |
| Focus |
| Minimum focus 0.28 m (11.02″) |
| Maximum magnification 0.22× |
| Autofocus Yes |
| Motor type Ring-type ultrasonic |
| Full time manual Yes |
| Focus method Internal |
| Distance scale Yes |
| DoF scale Yes |
| Physical |
| Weight 600 g (1.32 lb) |
| Diameter 84 mm (3.29″) |
| Length 103 mm (4.06″) |
| Materials Plastic barrel, metal mount |
| Sealing Yes |
| Colour Black |
| Zoom method Rotary (internal) |
| Power zoom No |
| Zoom lock No |
| Filter thread 77 mm |
| Filter notes Rear drop-in gelatin filter holder |
| Hood product code EW-83E |
| Tripod collar No |
