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Canon EF 28-105mm f/3.5-4.5 II USM Standard Zoom Lens for Canon SLR Cameras | 
| Brand: Canon
Category: Photography
List Price: $390.00
Buy New: $219.95
You Save: $170.05 (44%)
New (22) Used (5) from $187.00
Rating:  67 reviews
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Optical Zoom: 3.75
Maximum Focal Length: 105
Minimum Focal Length: 28
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2
Dimensions (in): 5.3 x 4.4 x 4.2
all-glass-optical
MPN: 6469A005
Model: CANON EF 28-105MM F3.5-4.5 II USM
UPC: 082966214394
EAN: 0082966214394
ASIN: B00004YZQ8
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
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| Features:
| • | 28-105mm standard zoom lens with f/3.5-4.5 maximum aperture for Canon SLR cameras | | • | Ring-type ultra-sonic monitor (USM) provides silent, high-speed autofocusing | | • | 1.6-foot close focusing distance; rotating zoom system; 58mm filter size | | • | Ideal for Canon EOS A2/Aw3 or ELAN 7 series cameras with built-in flashes | | • | Measures 2.8 inches in diameter and 3 inches long; weighs 13.2 ounces |
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| Editorial Reviews:
Amazon.com Product Description
The Canon EF 28-105mm standard zoom lens retains the optical capability of Canon's previous EF 28-105mm USM lens but with a refined exterior design. The lens is distinguished by a ring-type ultra-sonic monitor (USM) drive that provides silent, high-speed autofocusing, along with full-time manual focusing. The 1.6-foot close-focusing distance, meanwhile, lets you take great close-up portraits and nature shots. A good match for the Canon EOS A2/A2e or ELAN 7 series cameras with built-in flashes, the EF 28-105mm lens is an excellent zoom lens for everyday use. The lens carries a one-year warranty. - Focal length: 28-105mm
- Maximum aperture: 1:3.5-4.5
- Lens construction: 15 elements in 12 groups
- Diagonal angle of view: 75 to 23 degrees (at 30 feet)
- Focus adjustment: Inner focusing system with USM
- Closest focusing distance: 1.6 feet
- Zoom system: Rotating type
- Filter size: 58mm
- Dimensions: 2.8 inches in diameter, 3 inches long
- Weight: 13.2 ounces
Product Description
CANON 28-105MM F/3.5-4.5 USM - Treat yourself to the smallest, lightest zoom in the 28-105 class. Filter Size - 58mm Maximum Diameter x Length - 2.9 x 2.8 Weight - 0.82 pounds
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| Customer Reviews: Read 62 more reviews...
 What a great Lens November 1, 2008
No Name Available (NC)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I purchased Canon EF 28-105mm USM II lens a few months ago to go with my Canon XSi. I love taking photos of nature and have captured some really beautiful photos of butterflies, other insects, flowers, and animals with this lens. My pictures have come out sharp, and with excellent color. I appreciate how easy it is to use the manual zoom and the speed of the auto focus is really wonderful. To take close up photos, I just set the camera on the close-up setting, look for my subject, set the zoom, make sure I am 18 inches from the subject, depress the shutter half way and wow - the auto focus is amazing on the subject and the background has just the right amount of blur. The quiet USM motor is nice too so that you don't scare away the insects with a lot of noise. All I have to do is crop my photo - no need for touch up of any kind. This camera and lens go great together.
As far as value, I think the quality is excellent for the money. It is worth every penny.
 Excellent for its price October 14, 2008
Prash (USA)
I have owned this lens for about a month now. I opted for this one instead of the 18-55mm kit lens upon reading numerous reviews that it is a great general purpose lens for starters.
I have to say I am impressed with Canon's USM system... and a relatively fast auto focus. I havent had a single time when the subjet was out of focus because of the len's mistake.
It is pretty sharp around f5.6 all through the focal range.. mostly within 28-80mm range.
To sum up:
Pros:
- A good general purpose Canon branded lens. 28-105mm is a decent focal range for starters.
- USM is great.
- AF is good.. mostly accurate.
- Light weight, not bulky in size.
- Decently sharp throughout most of the range.
Cons:
- Colors are not very bright or vibrant.. but a little post processing is all it needs.
Final notes:
The 28-105mm is great for its flexible range and the decent sharpness and USM... I have used it for everything from semi-macros to portraits to landscapes to long exposure shots at night to birds. And the build is professionally solid. Worth the money!!
Great lens! October 9, 2008
UNCtarheel
This is a fabulous lens and the seller was absolutely great about trying to get it to me on time while working with me to figure out the best way. I appreciated their efforts and I ended up with a great product! Thank you!
A Spectacular Value September 30, 2008
Michelle Ernst (NJ)
I bought this to replace my kit lens and love it. At the time I bought mine, it was going for closer to $300 and I think it was a bargain at that price. I have since moved up to Canon's 24-70 L. I'm not going to tell you there's no difference in image quality, there is. But the L is 5x the price! And the quality difference was really small and subtle. On some shots, I suspect people couldn't tell if I used this lens or my L; image quality is that good. Focusing is fast, silent, and precise. Focal range is just what you'd want for an every day lens. I also love how light it is. I originally planned to sell this lens on eBay to help pay for my L, but that lens is so heavy and this one so light, I've elected to keep it for walking around and general shooting. For this kind of price for performance, I can't imagine going off brand.
Great all-around lens! September 19, 2008
Trinity Shi (Columbus, OH USA)
I bought this lens for my Canon 30D and I use it all the time! This USM is very fast and quiet, and the 28-105mm provides a very good range. This makes it great for travel, and at an affordable price!
Pros: wide angle and telephoto, has macro function, price is affordable, quiet.
Cons: no image stabilization(but really not a big deal)
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