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2024-10-23T19:58:46

Rated 5 out of 5

The First Lens that should be in your bag...

The title says it all...from landscape to astrophotography, this baby can do it all and do it very well! It could be the the only lens that you need if need be!

Luigi L.

2024-01-23T13:46:46

Rated 5 out of 5

1 week with the Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III USM

Liked the size and balance on my 1dx II, quick to focus and very wide coming from a 50 mm prime. Adorama shipped quickly, double boxed and in bubble wrap. All pics handheld straight out of camera jpgs, reduced to upload

Kevin B.

2022-12-01T07:13:22

Rated 5 out of 5

16-35 review

Great lens would definitely recommend

LARRY W.

2022-09-27T09:07:43

Rated 5 out of 5

Perfect

Everything arrived in perfect shape and as what was expected. This is a great lens for indoor event work.

JAMES R.

2022-09-08T08:34:42

Rated 5 out of 5

Awesome

Amazing lens!

CARYNN M.

2022-06-29T15:12:47

Rated 5 out of 5

Wide Angle Zoom Lens for Canon Photojournalist

Really like the sharpness and quickness of this lens. It has been a very popular lens for photographers working in the field of sports and photojournalist. I would recommend to sport and event photographers looking for a one size fit all wide angle zoom lens be Canon.

MARLON S.

2022-06-24T05:49:53

Rated 5 out of 5

Great wide angle zoom lens

Really like this wide angle zoom. It's very sharp well built and my go to lens with groups and landscape projects.

MARLON S.

2021-01-13T08:09:28

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Lens!

Beautiful lens, sharp as a tack, nice field of view for interiors.

Amy P.

2020-10-27T08:47:46

Rated 5 out of 5

Adorama is a one-stop shop for everything a photographer needs.

The product I was looking for at the price I expected. A few "add-ons", but I already had most of them.

Scott A.

2020-10-20T13:03:01

Rated 5 out of 5

Look no further, this is the lens you need

Bought this for an out door event and the photos were no less than awesome. What an amazing lens. Photos were popping with color and sharp. The range was enough to get those crowd shots and smaller groups all while keeping the quality up.

Ethan E.

2020-08-04T09:16:28

Rated 4 out of 5

Superb lens

Supurb lens, my main reason for not giving it five stars was the weight.

TENDAI G.

2020-07-22T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Top notch

One of the best UWA lenses money can buy! Build quality is typical for an L, image quality resets the bar!

Andy R.

2020-07-22T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

SUPER PIECE OF GLASS

I JUST UPGRADED TO THIS LENS FROM A 15 YEAR OLD 17-40 F4L.THE 17-40 WAS A WORK HORSE AND PRODUCED SOME AWESOME IMAGES. THIS LENS PS IMPROVED IN SO MANY AREAS. I KNOW IT WILL PRODUCE EVEN GREATER I,AGES.

FM48

2020-07-15T20:00:00

Rated 1 out of 5

Lens Received with scratch

Received the lens with a big scratch on the front. Which is quite strange since the lens shipped with lens cover on and inside lens bag. No possible way it was damaged in transit. Contacted customer service which sent an RA but it was ground, not even 2 day air. Also, was a bit surprised they didn't offer to send a replacement first which means I have no lens to shoot with. They have to first receive this lens back (via ground shipping then send replacement. Will update when I finally get good lens back.

Sean T.

2020-06-18T10:06:18

Rated 5 out of 5

My review

Great product, love it

CLINT G.

2020-06-18T10:03:12

Rated 5 out of 5

My review

Great product!

CLINT G.

2020-06-15T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

A fast successor to the 16-35 lenses. Sharp edge to edge.

I’ve only used the lense once but I’m very impressed.

Howard H.

2020-06-09T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great lens

Got this to step up my real estate videos, and I am not disappointed at all!

JoePhotos

2020-06-01T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Love!

Awesome! Only wish I hadn’t tried to go cheap initially; I originally bought the 17-40mm f/4 L. I was unhappy with its lack of sharpness as compared to my 70-200mm f/2.8.

fireserpent01

2020-05-18T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Essential Lens -

Wonderful lens - worth every penny. I highly recommend it.

mej

2020-05-05T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great all-around lens

This lens is finishing off my Holy Trinity of Canon 2.8 lenses and is my new go to over the 24-70. As a primarily landscape photographer it is a bit heavy compared to the f/4 but the ability to shoot Astro with the same lens is worth the weight. I also shoot concerts and sports and other indoor events where the wide open aperture will come in handy! The starburst this lens creates while stopped down is incredibly beautiful as well!

Keefography

2020-04-28T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

One of my favorites

This is a great lens. I previously had a 3rd party 14mm for wide angle use that I rarely used because of poor picture quality. First day using this, photos were colorful and sharp corner to corner.

Scott C.

2020-01-08T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

One of the bes "L" lenses I've used

The only "L" wide zoom to have. So clean you can pick your teeth with it!

JayCAtlanta

2019-12-18T08:59:41

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent Lens!

I recently returned from a trip to Sedona, AZ, using this lens for landscape and astro photography. I can honestly say this lens did NOT disappoint. I previously owned the f/4 IS version and had some concerns about losing the IS in favor of the faster aperture. In practice, I had no issues at all. The lens is easily as sharp and having the extra stop was an advantage in low light on the tripod during golden hour and astro shooting, when you wouldn't be using IS anyway. I definitely recommend this lens if you need or want the extra stop of light.

Mark R.

2019-11-14T12:51:20

Rated 5 out of 5

Aussume Lens

This lens is very sharp and fast, love it for indoor sports as well as landscapes.

Perry E.

2019-11-06T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

16x35mm

Love the site and how I can get great stuff at a lower price.

MaverickDesign

2019-10-12T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Upgrade from Version 2 of this Lens!

I upgraded from the Version 2 of this lens. I do real estate imaging. Focus is more precise on this lens and there are less sun flares and ghosting. There is a bit of vignetting at low f-stop, but easily fixed in PS or Premiere. So far this lens has been an excellent upgrade!

Kugamon

2019-08-30T11:28:26

Rated 4 out of 5

Sharp, but bulky

It’s very sharp even at lowest apertures and in corners. I’m happy, clients happy, we all win. Kinda big / bulky tho. Well made. What you expect from a canon L series.

Ethan F.

2019-08-20T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Love them both..

This is my third 16/35.. on my fourth 5D.. Need I say more ...

Georgem

2019-07-30T10:09:22

Rated 5 out of 5

Really good ultra wide lens

Really good lens. Good image quality all across the sensor and throughout the focal ranges. This was the only lens I used on my most recent trip to Yosemite and was more than enough to capture all of the stunning scenes that I got to experience. Using it in a Canon EOS R and the size and weight isn’t too bad. Definitely recommend it.

ALEX R.

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Canon 16-35mm f/2.8L III USM Specifications

  • Focal Length

    16-35mm

  • Aperture

    f/2.8

  • Lens Construction

    16 elements in 11 groups

  • Diagonal Angle of View

    108 Degree - 63 Degree 10'

  • Focus Adjustment

    AF with full-time manual

  • Closest Focusing Distance

    11.02" (28cm)

  • Filter Size

    3.2" (82mm)

  • Dimensions (Dia. x L)

    Max: 3.5 x 5" (88.5 x 127.5mm) (Approx.)

  • Weight

    27.9 oz (790g) (Approx.)

  • UPC Code

    192223250246

About Canon 16-35mm f/2.8L III USM

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The Sharpest of the 16-35 Series yet.

By TiimL

In February I made a trip to Yosemite National Park. I took with me 1DXII, 5Ds, 16-35III, 70-200 2.8 II and 200-400 4 with 1.4 built in. I was there for 5 days and got some of the sharpest images I have ever made using the 16-35 III. I was able to compare it to the 16-35 II that a friend had with us. Both lenses are sharp but the series III is a big difference sharper from edge to edge. I would recommend this lens to any one that uses Canon. Great quality glass and love the new build of the l...

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Essential element

By Rneu349

Took this lens to China and used it under various conditions from cloudy and misty to night to sunshine to fog/pollution and got wonderful results. Sharp shots even without IS and handheld. Shot pics at night going through the Gorges Dam. Paired it with a Canon 5d Mark III.

Overwhelm your senses with the EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III USM Lens, a bundle that includes Hoya 82mm UV and CPL Filters. This ultra-wide-angle zoom lens, designed for both professional photographers and passionate enthusiasts, offers an immersive visual experience like no other. With a 16-35mm focal range, it provides unprecedented control over perspective, making it ideal for capturing stunning landscapes and detailed interiors.

Experience the superior image quality that this lens delivers. It promises consistent edge-to-edge sharpness, enhanced peripheral illumination, and minimized distortion at wide angles, resulting in a visual treat that is nothing short of mesmerizing. Especially effective when used with SLR cameras with full-frame sensors, this lens consistently delivers results that will leave you in awe.

Canon's commitment to excellence is evident in every aspect of the EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III USM. Engineered meticulously for high-resolution photography and videography, it ensures every captured moment meets the stringent demands of professionals. Experience the essence of Canon's revered L-series with each click.

The lens's bright and constant maximum aperture of f/2.8 offers impeccable control over depth of field across its entire zoom spectrum. This feature is particularly beneficial in low-light scenarios, offering a radiant view that transforms the viewfinder experience.

The lens features an innovative optical design that delivers images with exceptional clarity and depth. The incorporation of large-diameter double-surface GMo lenses, ground aspherical lens, and two UD lenses ensures reduced distortions, perfect color rendition, and unrivaled contrast.

Subwavelength Coating (SWC) and Air Sphere Coating (ASC) work together to combat reflections, flare, and ghosting, promising images that are free of aberrations. These advanced coatings, coupled with the lens's exceptional optical formula, deliver pristine images directly onto the camera's sensor, eliminating the need for extensive post-production.

Additional features include a weather-resistant design, soft backgrounds due to its circular aperture with 9 blades, quick and accurate autofocusing, manual focus in AF mode, and a fluorine coating that minimizes smears and fingerprints.

In a world where precision meets passion, the EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III USM Lens, bundled with Hoya 82mm UV and CPL Filters, stands as a testament to wide-angle excellence.

Canon 16-35mm f/2.8L III USM Features

  • High-performance L-series lens: Ultra-wide-angle zoom with f/2.8 maximum aperture for unmatched clarity
  • All-new optical design: Drastically improved sharpness in outer and corner regions of photos
  • Advanced Coatings: SWC and ASC technologies reduce flare, ghosting, and aberrations
  • Resilient construction: Dust and water-resistant, ideal for challenging conditions
  • Weather-resistance: Front section fully protected when paired with Canon PROTECT filter
  • Circular aperture: With 9 blades, it produces soft, aesthetically pleasing backgrounds
  • Fast and precise AF: Inner focusing ring, enhanced CPU, and optimized AF algorithms
  • Manual focus capability: Full-time manual focus, even in AF mode
  • Fluorine coating: Minimized smudges and fingerprints on both front and rear lens surfaces

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 12 months.

Key Features

  • Capture stunning landscapes with the Canon 16-35mm lens' exceptional image quality.
  • Enjoy fast, accurate autofocus, perfect for street photography and action shots.
  • The f/2.8 aperture excels in low light, creating beautiful background blur.
  • Its robust build quality ensures reliability for outdoor and travel photography.
  • Create sharp, detailed images with minimal distortion using this wide-angle zoom.
  • This Canon EF lens bundle includes Hoya filters for enhanced creative control.

What's in the box:

  • Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III USM Lens
  • Front 82mm Lens Cap
  • Rear Lens Cap E
  • Lens Hood (EW88D)
  • Lens Case (LP1222)
  • Canon 1 Year Limited Warranty
  • Bundle Includes:
  • Hoya NXT Plus 82mm 10-Layer HMC Multi-Coated UV Lens Filter
  • Hoya NXT Plus 82mm 10-Layer HMC Multi-Coated Circular Polarizer Lens Filter
  • ProOptic Care and Cleaning Kit
  • Adorama 5.8x5.8" Microfiber Cleaning Cloth