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Canon EF 24-105mm f/4 L IS USM Lens for Canon EOS SLR Cameras | 
 enlarge | Brand: Canon
Category: Photography
List Price: $1,249.00
Buy New: $874.00
You Save: $375.00 (30%)
New (26) Used (15) Refurbished (2) from $795.00
Rating:  123 reviews
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Optical Zoom: 4.4
Maximum Focal Length: 105
Minimum Focal Length: 24
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.5
Dimensions (in): 6 x 2 x 2
MPN: 0344B006
Model: 0344B006
UPC: 013803050844
EAN: 0013803050844
Release Date: November 1, 2005
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | 24-105mm standard zoom lens with f/4 maximum aperture for Canon EOS SLR cameras | | • | 1 Super UD glass element and 3 aspherical lenses minimize chromatic aberration and distortion | | • | Ring-type USM system delivers silent but quick autofocus (AF); full-time manual focus | | • | Image Stabilizer technology steadies camera shake at up to 3 stops; weighs 23.6 ounces | | • | Dust- and moisture-resistant; measures 3.3 inches in diameter and 4.2 inches long; 1-year warranty |
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Product Description
The L-series is Canon's flagship professional lens range, designed to include outstanding image performance, ultimate operability and weather resistance. The EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM offers a lightweight alternative to the renowned EF 24-70mm f/2.8L USM. offers the highest possible optical quality with no change in aperture over the full focal range of the lens. This allows photographers to set exposure at the widest aperture and zoom all the way through to 105mm without having to vary the shutter speed. p Image Stabilizer (IS) dramatically reduces image blur caused by camera shake. Gyro sensors detect unwanted vibrations, triggering the corresponding movement of a correcting lens group perpendicular to the optical axis. This alters the light path, returning the image to its correct position on the sensor or film plane. The 3 stop advantage means that photographers normally shooting a 105mm lens handheld at 1/125 sec can obtain a shake free result with a shutter speed as low as 1/15 sec, for vastly extended options in low light conditions. p The ring-type USM motor found in the EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM employs ultra-sonic frequency vibrations to drive auto focus with unrivalled speed and near-silent operation. A powerful CPU and improved AF algorithm contribute to speed performance. Good holding torque stops the lens with precision and accuracy, the instant it arrives at the correct focus point and without overshoot. Photographers can choose manual focus instantly and at any time simply by moving the manual focus ring without first having to switch out of auto focus mode. Circular aperture producing attractive background defocus Inner focusing, ring USM and new AF algorithms for fast and quiet autofocusing Manual focusing enabled even during AF mode (full-time mechanical manual focus) Only environmentally friendly lead-free glass used in lens construction Filter diameter 77 mm / Dimensions (dia x len)
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| Customer Reviews: Read 118 more reviews...
 Useful general purpose lens, but... January 6, 2009
David C. Stephens (Colorado)
I bought this as a "kit" lens for my 5D MkII. It's images are very good in the middle of the zoom range, particularly when stopped down a bit; however, at both zoom extremes it gets very soft. I didn't even need to have "test" photos. Just a casual observation and comparision to my EF-L 70-200 IS lens' images confirmed my suspicion. Even wide open, the 70-200 is pretty dramatically superior at all of it's focal lengths. br / br /I used the 24-105 to take about 1600 out of about 2000 shots on a recent cruise. It was very good around 70-80 mm and 5D MkII's low noise at ISO 3200 yielded excellent available-light shots, indoors and out at dawn and dust. Where the lens lacked was doing wide angle scenics, where it was just too soft to bring out the best of the 5D's huge resolution potential. Putting on the 70-200 sharpened things up considerable, but, of course, that's not wide angle. br / br /I expected a little more for a kit lens with the excellent 5D MkII, which has way more potential than this lens.
 Great walk around lens December 31, 2008
D. Steinhauer (Euclid, Ohio)
I purchased this lens just over a year ago and have loved it! It is on my camera most of the time. I would recommend it to a friend. br /
Great lens and it is worth the price December 27, 2008
Roger Moore (DC Area)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This lens has the optical quality of the shorter zooms and the range provides enough opportunities to capture many great photos. The constant aperture along with DSLR's improved ability with high ISO's allows many great photos in low-light that were previously impossible. br / br /I originally purchased the Tamron 28-75. It was a lens that took very good photos at times but it had some real limitations. The limited zoom kept me wanting more width at the wide end and more zoom at the telephoto end. Also, it was not good in low lighting. The lens would hunt to focus on the subject. Therefore, candid shots were challenging due to the inability to focus quickly. br / br /I decided to purchase the Sigma 18-200. This lens gave me great range and I initially gave it very good reviews. However, as I started focusing on image quality, the superzoom convenience became less important. The compromises in image quality, aperture settings and other aspects became a hindrance. The vignetting and lack of sharpness required me to send it back for service. They fixed everything but my confidence in the lens. br / br /I used to purchase the cheaper lens because I didn't believe the difference in image quality was worth the additional price. However, I now have many more "keepers" with the Canon. It focuses much faster than the Tamron. Now, I have many more candid shots of people indoors. The IS gives me handheld opportunities I couldn't get with the faster 2.8. I see more subtlety in color such as my daughter's brown eyes instead of looking black. br / br /[...] br / br /The Canon has changed my perspective regarding professional lenses. Although there are some lenses providing quality comparable to an L lens, I believe in purchasing them now because I've gone the alternative route and I see the limitations firsthand. br / br /The constant aperture, IS, and L lens quality makes this a great all-around lens. People often use the term "all-around" to indicate an implied limitation. However, this lens can be used for weddings, travel, and many other situations. It's a great lens and I've sold the Tamron and I plan to sell the Sigma also.
Perfect, exactly what I wanted. December 24, 2008
Jon Williams (Los Angeles, CA USA)
Perfect, exactly what I wanted, brand new, fast delivery came un-opened with hood, case and manual in factory box. Sent a question to the company and they responded very soon. Great buy.
Great lens. December 12, 2008
David Mckay (El Dorado Hills, CA)
This lens has been great and if you are in the market for a high quality lens in this Focal length, spend a little more and get the L series like this if you can. It is well worth it.
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