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Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM Standard Zoom Lens

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Features

  • 24 70 millimetre focal length, 38.4 112 millimetre equivalent focal length on Canon APS C cameras
  • F2.8 constant maximum aperture; F22 minimum, ring type ultrasonic type AF motor with full time manual focusing
  • 82 millimetre filters, closest focusing distance: 0.38 meter/1.25 feet
  • Image Stabilization : No. Focus adjustment: Inner focusing with USM. Diagonal angle of view: 84 - 34. Weight 1.7 pound
  • Purchase this product between May 1, 2016 and July 30, 2016 and get 13 months of free damage protection from Canon. The product must be registered within 30 days of the purchase date to be eligible
  • Ring USM, high-speed CPU, and image ptimized AF algorithms for fast auto focusing.
  • Optimized lens coatings for exceptional color balance and minimal ghosting, florine coating on front and rear lens surfaces to reduce smears and fingerprints.
  • New optical design utilizes 1 Super UD lens element and 2 UD lens elements to minimize chromatic aberration in the outer area at wide- angle; as well as eliminates color blurring around the edges of the subject, for images with high resolution and contrast.
  • Combines 2 types of aspherical lenses to reduce spherical aberration, and achieve high image quality across the entire screen area and throughout the full zoom range.
  • Zoom lock lever locks the zoom position at the wide end for safe transporting

Description

Meeting the ever-increasing demands on image quality that digital photography brings, the redesigned EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM is the latest update to the acclaimed L-Series of EF optics, re-establishing a new standard for superb optics, high-end durable construction and performance in professional zoom lenses. A standard focal length zoom lens, it features a large aperture throughout its focal length. Filter size: 82 mm, Closest Focusing Distance: 1.25 feet. Maximum magnification (x) - 0.21(at 70mm).

Specs & Other Info

SpecificationDetails
ManufacturerCanon
Zoom CapabilityWide-angle to mid-range
Lens ClassificationZoom lens
Supported Camera MountCanon EF mount
Lens Description70 months warranty coverage
Physical Dimensions113.3 x 88.9 x 88.9 mm
Weight0.8 kilograms
Model Number5175B002
Continued ProductionNo
Availability DateFebruary 2012
Manufacturing CountryJapan

Frequently asked questions

The aperture range of the Canon 24-70mm f/2.8L Lens goes from f/2.8 to f/22. The wide f/2.8 aperture is constant throughout the zoom range, which allows for great performance in low light conditions and the possibility to achieve a shallow depth of field.

The Canon 24-70mm f/2.8L Lens is compatible with Canon full-frame DSLRs as well as APS-C models. However, on APS-C cameras, it will have an effective focal length of approximately 38-112mm due to the crop factor.

No, the Canon 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM Lens does not come with built-in image stabilization. Users may need to use a tripod or a camera with in-body stabilization for steady shots at slower shutter speeds.

Yes, the Canon 24-70mm f/2.8L Lens features weather sealing which makes it resistant to dust and moisture. This allows photographers to use it in various challenging weather conditions.

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The Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II lens receives high praise from experienced photographers for its superb sharpness, contrast, and flare control, even though it is considered expensive. Users are impressed by the lens' performance in low light and its build quality, despite the lack of IS (Image Stabilization) and some noting that the lens is bulkier than expected. The versatility and image quality of the lens make it a favorite for many.

Pros

  • 🔍 Exceptional sharpness and image quality
  • 🎨 Excellent color reproduction and contrast
  • 🌞 Impressive flare control, even in challenging lighting
  • 🛠️ High-quality build and weather-sealed design
  • 🔒 Lens locking mechanism for secure travel
  • 🔄 Usable in diverse photography situations

Cons

  • 💲 High price point
  • ⚖️ Somewhat bulky and heavy
  • 🔄 Front section extends when zooming, lacking internal zooming mechanism
  • 🖼️ Visible vignetting at wide apertures
  • 🔎 Lacks Image Stabilization (IS)

Should I Buy It?

If you are looking for a versatile, high-quality lens that can handle a wide range of shooting conditions and deliver outstanding images, the Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II is a strong contender, despite its high cost. If you can overlook the absence of IS and handle its bulkiness, it could be a terrific long-term investment for your photography needs.

    • Sharp enough to cut ya! UPDATES
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I'm a career photojournalist and bought the Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II lens to fill that yawning gap between my 16-35 f/2.8 and 70-200 f/2.8. I've used this lens to shoot a variety of editorial, business, PR and party assignments. My impressions: 1. Dang, this sucker is expensive! I coughed up about $2200 with tax. 2. As everyone says, too bad it doesn't have IS. 3. Somewhat chunky, but anyone who handles pro gear will hardly notice. One disappointment is that the front section slides forward 1-1/2 inches when zooming from 24mm to 70mm. I'm surprised this Canon upgrade didn't incorporate an internal zooming mechanism like the 16-35 and 70-200. This weather-sealed lens uses a latch to lock at 24mm for travel and running around. 4. The lens analysis in DPreview.com is dead on: you see significant vignetting at f/2.8, but it settles down at f/4.0 and nearly disappears by f/5.6. Some minor barrel distortion. 5. Superb sharpness and contrast even at f/2.8, comparable to the legendary 70-200 f/2.8! Excellent color. 6. Truly superior lens flare control, even when shooting directly into light sources! Locking lens hood (included) is shallower than I prefer for optimal protection of that massive 82mm front element. My lens came with a standard snap-on lens cap; I replaced the Canon cap with a Fotodiox 05CAPT82x1 82mm Inner Pinch Lens Cap and it works nicely. 7. Close focusing is okay. Not macro quality, but close-ups at 70mm are acceptable, even at f/2.8. Conclusion: this is a real workhorse that will remain attached to one of my full frame bodies from now on. Horribly expensive, Canon is charging all the market will bear. But since I will probably use it for the next decade, I'm not complaining--too much! LOW LIGHT UPDATE: last week I had an assignment to shoot stills on the slasher/suspense movie set "Killing Mr. Right." I used this lens to shoot handheld existing light at f/2.8 the whole time. I was blown away with the razor sharp images! I was tap dancing right at the edge of usable existing light, but the photos turned out great! Yeah, I wish it had IS, but this lens is sharp enough to cut ya! UPDATE 2: I've been using this lens for two years now. It is my "go-to" lens that usually remains glued to one of my 5D III bodies. Optically it as good as or superior to almost all fixed focal length lenses. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 7, 2013 by hotdog12 hotdog12
    • As good as a good prime
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I am a huge fan of primes: If I had infinite resources, I'd buy every L-grade prime between 35mm and 200mm! So, I do not recommend zooms just for the convenience of it. Before I decided on this lens, I have tried Sigma's 35mm and 50mm and Canon's 35mm L and 50mm L - so as you can see, I gave primes a fair chance to find a place in my photo bag. Canon's 50mm 1.2 and this lens (24-70) ended up being the front runners simply because I decided that 35mm was not a good fit for my style of photography, and Sigma's 50mm was underwhelming (although I hear rave reviews about good copies of it, but my copy was just all over the place in terms of focus and sharpness). At 2.8mm, I could see NO difference in image quality between 50mm 1.2 and 24-70 2.8. Neither could my photographer friends, some of whom are also huge prime lovers. This really took me by surprise, given my penchant for primes and the fact that I usually buy into the theory that primes are always better than comparable zooms. The 50mm seemed to render the skin of a doll that I used as my model slightly better (warmer), but the difference was very very subtle. In every other way (bokeh, sharpness, contrast), the pictures looked identical. So, it came down to extra stops of light vs. extra focal lengths. I really struggled with that choice, because frankly, I encounter the situations where I'd like more light than 2.8 or wider angle than 50mm about equally often, so either way, it'd be a loss for me. I almost went with 50mm because I figured, I was going to use 24mm and 35mm very rarely (again, just because of my style), I already have 70mm in another lens, so I was really buying just the 50mm, and then I might as well splurge on 50mm 1.2. What decided me in favor of 24-70 were 2 things: 1. I find f/1.2 and f/1.4 very unforgiving, and I avoid them as much as possible: I have 2 cheaper primes and never use 1.4, I always start with 1.8 in low-light situations, because I know I can get a fair amount of keepers with that. So, really, by going with 50mm 1.2, I was only gaining about 1 workable stop (for me), but losing multiple focal lengths. 2. I did a photoshoot where I purposefully took ONLY 50mm 1.2 with me, to see if I can pull it off. I did. But at one point, I found myself shooting in the shade that was quite close to the street, so I couldn't step further back without being hit by a car. While I still got good shots, it deprived me of a chance to do full-body shots in that location, and I think they would have looked really good. I really missed having 24-70 in that moment. I also love how (comparatively) light the 24-70mm is. Very manageable (but my other big lens is 70-200 f/4, so I'm used to a little heft around my neck). So, overall, a fantastic lens: very sharp, beautiful bokeh, very nice contrast, light for a zoom. The most popular negative review of this lens made much a-do about IS, so far, I don't miss it at all. I get many many keepers without IS, and if IS means heavier, than I don't want it anyway (not to mention that the IS version will surely be priced accordingly, and this lens is already way above my original budget). ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 12, 2013 by Ana_y_lat
    • This will eliminate all the other lenses from your collection!
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Please be forewarned. If you get this stellar lens, you may very well stop using the rest of your lenses with the exception of two lenses - the Canon 70-200 f2.8 L and the Canon 16-35 f2.8 L, if you have those. These three L lenses are what we call the famed "Canon Lens trinity". I have been a photographer (Intermediate) for the past 24 years. I have several Canon lenses in my arsenal. But this one beats them all for a few reasons: 1) The 24-70 focal range is what I need most times - travel, street photography, portraits, landscapes. 2) It is truly an all purpose/walkaround lens. 3) Carrying a camera backpack is no longer a tiring exercise only because it is just the camera and this lens with lightweight accessories. 4) This lens is incredibly sharp with a constant f2.8. There are no sweet spots, it is a sweet spot all the way through the two ends of the spectrum from 24 to 70. 5) Every picture that I took with this lens is phenomenal and I have received tons of compliments. 6) Solid build quality and very professional. You get what you pay for. 7) This is one of those products which you can just buy without any research whatsoever. Can never go wrong. 8) Works superbly with full frame cameras (I use a EOS 6D) as well as with APSC crop sensor cameras (I also have an EOS 7D) I can go on and on, with my raving. I will stop here. If you are an amateur and own a Canon DSLR, this would be your best investment. If you are a professional, I bet you already have one! Enjoy. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 24, 2023 by Vijay

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