Canon EF 24mm f/2.8 IS USM Lens

2020-11-25T19:00:00

Purchased as a gift - recipient loves it! Solid feel.

NPA

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2020-06-13T20:00:00

I use a 6D Mark 2 and a 16-35mm f4L for real estate photos and was trying to use the same rig on a gimbal for video home tours which worked great but the weight was killing me. So I added this small, stabilized wide angle prime to my kit to lessen my load and it has worked out great. The extra stop of brightness is a big help too. I have an EOS RP on order now to get the weight and size down further and give me separate cameras and lenses for stills and video which should save me considerable time onsite. Be aware that USM focusing is noisy on video so if you are going to record audio you need a separate mic, but the focus is very fast and accurate so it's worth the extra effort. I have also enjoyed using this lens for personal photo work, it is faster than my zooms and the stabilization is excellent. Very sharp too.

idontshootpeople

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2020-06-11T08:44:26

I've been using my 24-70 4.0 IS at 24mm for video and had an epiphany to get this lens instead. So I did and immediately sold my zoom. This 24mm prime lens is profoundly great. Now, on my 6D, my entire set-up is this, the 40mm 2.8 STM and the venerable 135 2.0. I've been splitting hairs for a long time with a lot of lens, but I think I'm done now. Possibly a 400mm 5.6 and it should be a wrap. It's just an awesome lens and I'll be using it a lot for both video and photography; A LOT.

Cory S.

2020-05-22T20:00:00

Lens is lightweight, has good DOF, and produces clear images.

TXMikey

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2018-08-24T12:17:06

Very happy with this newer version of Canons 24mm 2.8f! Excellent Lens for Wide angel photo or video shooting. Dope Lens for Street photography Too!

Derek L.

2018-01-07T16:55:01

This is a good lens for the price. The focal length is good for recording yourself. It's much slower than the 1.4L, but it's also about 1/3 the price. I only used this for a few weeks, as I have been mainly using a 17-40mm f4L for wider shots, which I prefer. Overall, this is a decent prime for a lens collection, especially when first starting off.

ANDREW T.

2017-05-04T14:25:24

I had an EF20 and a 28mm setting on my kit lens. 20mm was too wide and 28mm was too narrow. This 24mm turned out to be the perfect length. The f2.8 worked well in lower light conditions. Using it on my Canon EOS 5DmkIV Highly recommended.

JOHN L.

2016-11-24T13:26:43

I use this lens all the time as I try to perfect the star trails shots. I have used this mainly for this purpose, although it is a great wide angle lens overall

Lesley H.

2015-03-19T20:00:00

I bought this lens to use in low light places such as bars for promotional work. This thing is so much better for me than my 50 1.4 or 18-55 and 55-250. It works. The low light capabilities combined with the wide angle have produced images better than I ever dreamed of straight out of the camera. The IS is an extra feature that I haven't used other than for video. Quick focus. Sharp from edge to edge. I've used this for many landscape pictures and long exposures. The lens rarely comes off my camera. It's light enough for a walk around lens. By far the best lens I own. I was shocked that it wasn't an "L" series lens with how sharp and bright it was. Definitely worth the money. I even bought a friend one I liked it that much.

Copedrums

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2014-11-06T19:00:00

Love this lens! I often shoot Holiday events and it's great for small groups or individuals up close. Sharp, light weight, non-intrusive, and fast focus. I previously used a 50mm and 70-200 but this lens allows me to mingle in the party and still get full length photos with surrounding atmosphere, or step up close.

Jimmy

2013-07-10T21:00:00

I use this lens for video, it work perfect for me.

Mike

2012-07-26T20:00:00

I own the 24-70 2.8L and the 24 - 105 4.0L. my biggest gripe has been the the lack of sharpness on the edges at the widest angle at 24 mm, as well as the darkness around the edges during indoor group shooting. I purchase the 24 mm 2.8 IS because I was tied of the poor quality of my wide angle group shoots with the 24-70, I must say this lens is a breath of fresh air, I am quite please with the results. I f you find yourself shooting a lot of indoor group shoots, this lens will will make one very happy, I considered the the 24 mm 1.4 L but this is a pleasing cheaper alternative.

fling

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