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2024-10-23T19:58:46
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
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
Great lens would definitely recommend
LARRY W.
2022-09-27T09:07:43
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
Amazing lens!
CARYNN M.
2022-06-29T15:12:47
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
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
Beautiful lens, sharp as a tack, nice field of view for interiors.
Amy P.
2020-10-27T08:47:46
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
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
Supurb lens, my main reason for not giving it five stars was the weight.
TENDAI G.
2020-07-22T20:00:00
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
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
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
Great product, love it
CLINT G.
2020-06-18T10:03:12
Great product!
CLINT G.
2020-06-15T20:00:00
I’ve only used the lense once but I’m very impressed.
Howard H.
2020-06-09T20:00:00
Got this to step up my real estate videos, and I am not disappointed at all!
JoePhotos
2020-06-01T20:00:00
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
Wonderful lens - worth every penny. I highly recommend it.
mej
2020-05-05T20:00:00
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
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
The only "L" wide zoom to have. So clean you can pick your teeth with it!
JayCAtlanta
2019-12-18T08:59:41
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
This lens is very sharp and fast, love it for indoor sports as well as landscapes.
Perry E.
2019-11-06T19:00:00
Love the site and how I can get great stuff at a lower price.
MaverickDesign
2019-10-12T20:00:00
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
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
This is my third 16/35.. on my fourth 5D.. Need I say more ...
Georgem
2019-07-30T10:09:22
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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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.
Just imagine capturing the world in its full grandeur with the EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III USM Lens, a premium ultra-wide-angle zoom lens meticulously designed for both professional photographers and passionate enthusiasts. This lens, a part of Canon's esteemed L-series, offers an unrivaled visual experience, allowing you to control your perspective like never before.
Whether you're shooting breathtaking landscapes, detailed interiors, or dynamic compositions, the 16-35mm focal range of this lens ensures every image is enriched with depth and detail. Paired with SLR cameras equipped with full-frame sensors, this lens delivers mesmerizing results, showcasing consistent edge-to-edge sharpness, enhanced peripheral illumination, and minimized distortion at wide angles.
Designed for high-resolution photography and videography, the EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III USM Lens embodies Canon's commitment to excellence. Every moment captured meets the critical demands of professionals, offering a high-resolution delight for both videographers and photographers.
The lens features a bright and constant maximum aperture of f/2.8, providing impeccable control over depth of field across the entire zoom spectrum. This feature is particularly beneficial in low-light scenarios, offering a radiant view that enhances the viewfinder experience.
The EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III USM Lens ushers in a new era of clarity with its pioneering optical design. The lens incorporates large-diameter double-surface GMo lenses, a ground aspherical lens, and two UD lenses, ensuring reduced distortions, perfect color rendition, and unrivaled contrast.
Subwavelength Coating (SWC) and Air Sphere Coating (ASC) work in harmony to combat reflections, flare, and ghosting, delivering images free from aberrations. These advanced coatings, coupled with the lens's exceptional optical formula, deliver pristine images directly onto the camera's sensor, reducing the need for extensive post-production.
Additional features include a weather-resistant design, allowing photographers to brave challenging terrains. The lens also features a circular aperture with 9 blades for beautifully soft backgrounds, a high-speed CPU with optimized AF algorithms for quick and accurate autofocusing, and a full-time manual focus for precision. The fluorine coating minimizes smears and fingerprints, keeping the lens clean and clear.
In the realm of precision and passion, the EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III USM Lens stands as a testament to wide-angle excellence. Experience the world through a wider perspective with this exceptional lens.