Canon EF 28-105mm f/3.5-4.5 II USM Standard Zoom Lens for Canon SLR Cameras | 
 enlarge | Brand: Canon
Category: Photography
List Price: $390.00
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Rating:  72 reviews
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Optical Zoom: 3.8
Maximum Focal Length: 105
Minimum Focal Length: 28
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2
Dimensions (in): 5.3 x 4.4 x 4.2
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MPN: 6469A005
Model: 6469A005
UPC: 082966214394
EAN: 0082966214394
ASIN: B00004YZQ8
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| Features:
| • | 28-105mm standard zoom lens with f/3.5-4.5 maximum aperture for Canon SLR cameras | | • | Ring-type ultra-sonic monitor (USM) provides silent, high-speed autofocusing | | • | 1.6-foot close focusing distance; rotating zoom system; 58mm filter size | | • | Ideal for Canon EOS A2/Aw3 or ELAN 7 series cameras with built-in flashes | | • | Measures 2.8 inches in diameter and 3 inches long; weighs 13.2 ounces |
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Amazon.com Product Description
The Canon EF 28-105mm standard zoom lens retains the optical capability of Canon's previous EF 28-105mm USM lens but with a refined exterior design. The lens is distinguished by a ring-type ultra-sonic monitor (USM) drive that provides silent, high-speed autofocusing, along with full-time manual focusing. The 1.6-foot close-focusing distance, meanwhile, lets you take great close-up portraits and nature shots. A good match for the Canon EOS A2/A2e or ELAN 7 series cameras with built-in flashes, the EF 28-105mm lens is an excellent zoom lens for everyday use. The lens carries a one-year warranty. - Focal length: 28-105mm
- Maximum aperture: 1:3.5-4.5
- Lens construction: 15 elements in 12 groups
- Diagonal angle of view: 75 to 23 degrees (at 30 feet)
- Focus adjustment: Inner focusing system with USM
- Closest focusing distance: 1.6 feet
- Zoom system: Rotating type
- Filter size: 58mm
- Dimensions: 2.8 inches in diameter, 3 inches long
- Weight: 13.2 ounces
Product Description
The EF28-105mm f/3.5-4.5 II USM retains the optical capability of the highly popular EF 28-105mm f/3.5-4.5 USM lens, with a refined exterior design. Includes ring-type USM drive for silent, high-speed autofocusing, plus full-time manual focusing. The compact design is a good match for the EOS A2/A2E or ELAN 7/7E with built-in flash. An excellent zoom lens for everyday use.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 67 more reviews...
 Nice all-around zoom lens January 3, 2009
S. Lauber (CA)
I bought this lens as a step-up from the kit lens on my Canon Rebel XTI. I needed the extra distance it offers. It works great for my purposes and the price is definitely right. The USM motor is a great feature. The AF is pretty good and it's not too bulky. There is no IS, but that has not been a problem for me.
I've used this lens for close-up shots, outdoor photography, and aquarium photography. It works pretty well in low-light situations (such as in an aquarium) and has produced some excellent shots.
This is an excellent all-around zoom lens and is a great upgrade to the kit lens that comes with the Canon XTI. Recommended!
 Amazing addition for the price December 21, 2008
Jeremiah D. Trombly (Niceville, FL)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
While this is obviously not an L lens, it still has great quality for the price. The auto-focus is second to none in most situations and the pictures are very crisp. It is extremely well constructed, and if your on a budget like me, is the best lens to upgrade from the basic 18-55mm lens. The ability to Manually focus while still on Auto-focus is great for those shots you can't get it to perfectly pick up on. All in all a great Canon product. For the money its definitely 5 stars, but in the grand scheme of things a 4 is more appropriate.
It's just amazing! December 3, 2008
M. Robertson (Waretown, NJ USA)
I got my first slr camera recently and I ordered this lens beforehand. I ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT!
For a standard zoom lens the focus on it is great. And I am so happy I searched for a great lens like this.!!
I recommend this for everyone!
Great next step November 25, 2008
M. Kane
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
One thing I've learned from the reviews here is that it would be easier to weight comments if you knew more about the reviewer. I am still a relative newbie, and have progressed from an old Pentax film SLR, through the basic point and shoot digitals, to a more advanced point and shoot, and about 18 months ago I bought a used Rebel XT from a friend. I thought the kit lens was a huge step up from the p-s cameras, and was amazed by the image quality of this lens. Most of my comparisons are to the Canon 28-135mm f3.5-5.6 IS USM lens, which was the other lens I was considering when I made this purchase. I have had the chance to use both, and am still happy with the choice I made.
The lens makes beautiful photos throughout its zoom range, although it likes natural light better than artificial. It is the best first upgrade I can imagine for anyone who isn't a professional, but then... you aren't really considering this lens if you are. If you do more of your shooting indoors, consider spending the extra $$ for the 28-135 IS USM, which handles low light better. Outdoors I find that this lens works better than the 28-135, producing sharper images especially when you are able to shoot at f7.1 or higher. Images are sharp, colors are true and beautiful, and this lens is capable of some stunning bokeh effects if you take the time to experiment with it. I am able to get sharp images all the way to f4.5 at 105mm, unlike some of the other reviewers here... maybe differences in copies of the lens? I'm not sure why, it just works.
Having said all that, lately I have had the opportunity to spend time shooting with different lenses, borrowing from a friend who is something of a semi-pro, and I am starting to see the weaknesses of this lens. As I mentioned before, it tends to focus slowly in low light situations, and images tend to be underexposed in tungsten light. It can be compensated for once you know about it, but the 28-135 IS is easier to use indoors. If you don't mind using flash it's no big deal, but it's worth mentioning. It's also a little short for my liking lately. I'm finding I prefer to sit outside the action where my presence won't influence the shot, and 105mm is sometimes a little short for that. That's more an issue of suitability rather than a weakness in this lens though.
In summary, this is the lens to get for the first upgrade from the kit lens. It works great as an every day lens, giving up only a little at the wide end compared to the kit lens, but capable of far sharper, brighter images everywhere. For the money you can't beat it. Would I replace it if lost or broken? You bet.
Nice lense for the money November 22, 2008
Leigh Ann Smith
I like the lens, it seems to be a good value. The focal range is pretty good, but I'd like a touch more on the wide end for my 40D as the wide end equates to 44.8MM on the small sensor, but overall I have enjoyed the lens and it has produced good quality results.
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