Product Comparison: Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III USM vs Canon EF 16-35mm f/4L IS USM


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Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III USM Camera Lens
Canon EF 16-35mm f/4L IS USM Wide Angle Lens
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General Specifications
Brand
Canon
Canon
Model
EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III USM
EF 16-35mm f/4L IS USM
Origin
Japan
Japan
About the Product
The EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III USM is an indispensable ultra wide-angle zoom lens for professional and enthusiast photographers who demand superlative operation and performance, in virtually any condition.
Capture stunning landscapes and architectural images using this compact and lightweight, high-performance, f/4 fixed aperture, ultra wide-angle zoom lens with Image Stabilizer. Ideal for professionals and enthusiasts.
Key Specs
Mount Type
Canon EF
Canon EF
Maximum Aperture
2.8 /f
4 /f
Minimum Focal Length
16 millimeters
16 millimeters
Maximum Focal Length
35 millimeters
35 millimeters
Lens Type
Zoom
Zoom
What customers say about "Key Specs"
Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III USM Camera Lens
  • Ridiculously sharp at all apertures.
  • The f/2.8 is amazing!
  • This lens is razor sharp out to the edges at f2.8.
  • F2.8 great for low light and astrophotography.
  • Extremely good optical performance at 16mm.
Canon EF 16-35mm f/4L IS USM Wide Angle Lens
  • The 16-35mm focal lengths are some of the most useful zoom ranges available.
  • This lens has a fantastic range of focal from 16mm to 35mm.
  • It's very good at f/4.
  • Group photo is good enough at 35mm end F4 anyway.
  • Excellent lens. Crisp and sharp even in F4.
Size & Weight
Height
3.5 in.
3.3 in.
Width
3.5 in.
3.3 in.
Depth
5 in.
4.4 in.
Weight
27.9 oz.
21.7 oz.
What customers say about "Size & Weight"
Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III USM Camera Lens
  • It is weighted nicely. Great sharp pictures.
  • The camera feeling very balanced when the lens is mounted.
  • The lens weight and size are very good.
  • Sturdy build and lightweight.
  • Lightweight and easy to carry.
Canon EF 16-35mm f/4L IS USM Wide Angle Lens
  • Reasonably sized and fairly lightweight.
  • Great lens! Good quality, size, weight, and price.
  • Sharp corner to corner and very lightweight.
  • Small and lightweight for its purpose and it uses 77mm filters.
  • Lightweight enough that it was no problem carrying it out on a hike.
Imaging
Minimum Focus Distance
11.04 in.
11.04 in.
Field Of View
108°10' - 63°
108°10' - 63°
Zoom Type
Rotating
Rotating
Focus
Auto Focus, Manual Focus
Auto Focus, Manual Focus
Optical Stabilization
No
Yes
What customers say about "Imaging"
Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III USM Camera Lens
  • Great lens, amazing image quality, super fast and silent auto focus.
  • The focus ring moves very smoothly.
  • The lens focuses quickly and quietly.
  • It is so sharp - focus works well.
  • The lens is pretty fast and quiet to focus.
Canon EF 16-35mm f/4L IS USM Wide Angle Lens
  • It's sharp. Focusing is fast.
  • The ribbed rubber zoom and focus rings are large and grippy.
  • The focus ring has just the right amount of restriction.
  • Focus speed and accuracy is extremely good.
  • It's quick to focus and never hunts. Focusing is very accurate.
Features
Brand Compatibility
Canon
Canon
Sensor Type Compatibility
FX Format / DX Format
FX Format / DX Format
Lens Groups and Elements
16 elements in 11 groups
16 elements in 12 groups
Number of Aperture Blades
9
9
Filter Diameter
82 millimeters
77 millimeters
Extras
Durable L-series construction, Ultrasonic autofocus motor (USM), Subwavelength and Air Sphere coating
Durable L-series construction, Three aspheric lens elements, Two UD lens elements, Floating inner focusing, Ultrasonic autofocus motor (USM)
What customers say about "Features"
Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III USM Camera Lens
  • Picture quality is very good for both landscape and close up shots.
  • Well made lens and offers the finest image quality.
  • The images are crisp and frankly stunning.
  • Very good built - high quality feeling materials and heavy.
  • This lens is very well-made, with a high-quality feel.
Canon EF 16-35mm f/4L IS USM Wide Angle Lens
  • The aperture and focus rings are smooth.
  • Almost functions as a macro lens.
  • This is perfect for travel, landscape and architecture interior and exterior.
  • Excellent picture quality, build quality, image stabilized.
  • This is a great all-around lens and it's very sharp.
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year(s)
1 year(s)
Certifications
CE
CE
Other Information
Manufacturer
Link
Link
Manual
Download
Download
MSRP
2199.00 $
1099.00 $

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