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| Canon EF 24-105mm f/4 L IS USM Lens for Canon EOS SLR Cameras |  | Brand: Canon
Category: Photography
List Price: $1,249.00
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Seller: the10throcketzone
Rating:  166 reviews
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Optical Zoom: 4.4
Maximum Focal Length: 105
Minimum Focal Length: 24
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.5
Dimensions (in): 6 x 2 x 2
MPN: 0344B006
Model: 0344B006
UPC: 013803050844
EAN: 0013803050844
ASIN: B000AZ57M6
Release Date: November 1, 2005
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | 24-105mm standard zoom lens with f/4 maximum aperture for Canon EOS SLR cameras | | • | 1 Super UD glass element and 3 aspherical lenses minimize chromatic aberration and distortion | | • | Ring-type USM system delivers silent but quick autofocus (AF); full-time manual focus | | • | Image Stabilizer technology steadies camera shake at up to 3 stops; weighs 23.6 ounces | | • | Dust- and moisture-resistant; measures 3.3 inches in diameter and 4.2 inches long; 1-year warranty |
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Product Description
The L-series is Canon's flagship professional lens range, designed to include outstanding image performance, ultimate operability and weather resistance. The EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM offers a lightweight alternative to the renowned EF 24-70mm f/2.8L USM. offers the highest possible optical quality with no change in aperture over the full focal range of the lens. This allows photographers to set exposure at the widest aperture and zoom all the way through to 105mm without having to vary the shutter speed. Image Stabilizer (IS) dramatically reduces image blur caused by camera shake. Gyro sensors detect unwanted vibrations, triggering the corresponding movement of a correcting lens group perpendicular to the optical axis. This alters the light path, returning the image to its correct position on the sensor or film plane. The 3 stop advantage means that photographers normally shooting a 105mm lens handheld at 1/125 sec can obtain a shake free result with a shutter speed as low as 1/15 sec, for vastly extended options in low light conditions. The ring-type USM motor found in the EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM employs ultra-sonic frequency vibrations to drive auto focus with unrivalled speed and near-silent operation. A powerful CPU and improved AF algorithm contribute to speed performance. Good holding torque stops the lens with precision and accuracy, the instant it arrives at the correct focus point and without overshoot. Photographers can choose manual focus instantly and at any time simply by moving the manual focus ring without first having to switch out of auto focus mode. Circular aperture producing attractive background defocus Inner focusing, ring USM and new AF algorithms for fast and quiet autofocusing Manual focusing enabled even during AF mode (full-time mechanical manual focus) Only environmentally friendly lead-free glass used in lens construction Filter diameter 77 mm / Dimensions (dia x len)
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Showing reviews 1-5 of 166
 Outstanding Lens - Even if it's not as fast as the f/2.8. September 6, 2010
J. Trinity (Fayetteville, AR United States)
The only thing that would make this lens better is if it came in an f/2.8 version (and still retained sharp focus at its maximum aperture). I had the 24-70 f/2.8 without the benefit of IS and found myself frustrated with the sharpness of the images when shooting wide open. Because the new lens adds the IS I've found that I can "cheat" the old 1/focal-length rule and can get sharp images while shooting at 105mm at 1/50th or even less. I've noticed no issues with chromatic aberrations or barrel distortion caused by shooting on the wide or tele ends of this lens. You're really unlikely to be disappointed if this is a part of your arsenal.
 again, a lens with compromises August 28, 2010
Standingtree
It takes some time for me to really understand how to use this lens
basically, I cannot live with the IQ at f4
f5.6 is pretty much the bottom line I can accept
This is a little frustrating as I really want to use f4 in many situations
The big plus is that this is indeed a great travel lens and powerful tool when you are wandering the streets
One last note is that I hope that blur effect of this lens is a little bit better
it is just not good for portrait
go get the primes for serious work
keep this one for events/traveling
Built like the proverbial tank August 26, 2010
R. Cong-leton (East Orange,NJ)
This lens was purchased before a Canon digital body was chosen, that was the reputation of the former. The 24-105mm 'L' is built in a rugged, compact, no nonsense package that reminds one of the proverbial tank - built to do the job and built to last. Thus far, the images captured by this lens have not been disappointing; actually, surprising, if anything, in their sharpness and clarity, delivering images razor-sharp across the field and even in light distribution.
Have been using Canon cameras and lenses since the 1960's, and they seen to be getting better and better as time goes on, with this lens being a prime example of that thought pattern. Seemingly heavy at first, the 24-105 balances very well when mounted on the camera ( in this case a 50D ) and cradles perfectly in the hand.
The autofocus is instantaneous and silent, and the built in Iternal Stabilization ( IS ) just adds to the package. The only improvement that I can see with this item would be a lowering of the retail price ( Ha! that ain't gonna happen! :) ); other than that, this thing is nothing less than fantastic.
EF 24-105 f4 L or EF 24-70 f2.8 L? August 21, 2010
R. Forsey (Berkeley CA USA)
Many reviews for the EF 24-105 discuss the reasons for choosing it over the EF 24-70 and this review is no different.
The quality of the pictures between the two lenses is probably very similar. I read a great number of reviews and many professional reviewers give a very slight edge to the 24-70 --- slight edge and not under all picture circumstances. In any case the possible picture quality advantage of the 24-70 was not enough for me to eliminate the 24-105.
Here is the list of deciding factors for me;
1. Weight; 24-105, 1.5 lbs vs. 24-70, 2.1 -- that extra .6 lbs is significant if you are going to carry it around all day.
2. Length; 4.2" vs. 4.9" - the extra .7" means the 70 won't fit in my Canon shoulder carrier and if mounted on the camera won't fit in the Canon camera case either.
3. Cost; the 105 is $300 less than the 70.
4. Image stabilization on the 105 - not as good as the faster 70 f2.8 but without `IS' the decision might go the other way.
5. Focal length; the extra 35mm on the 105 vs. the 70 is an important factor as it can avoid a lens switch in the field.
I have a Canon EF 70-200 F4L telephoto but the 105mm usually suffices. As we all know switching lenses while out in the field increases the risk of getting dirt in the camera sensor.
Now that I have made many photo shoot field trips I can vouch for the wonderful quality of the pictures it takes. Pictures are sharp, edge to edge and colors are very good. It also takes good low light pictures, thanks to the image stabilization (except if the subject is in motion - the 70 has the edge here). Bokeh is good, particularly at the 105mm although probably not as good as the 24-70 f2.8 but very satisfactory - I also have a 50mm f1.4 which does have superior bokeh so I do have something to compare with.
I agree that there is an advantage for the 24-70 f2.8 because it allows for faster shutter speed in low light (and better bokeh), however the IS in the 105 almost makes up for it. Indoor action photography would be better handled by the 24-70 but I think outdoor photography would be better with the 24-105 largely because of the added focal length.
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08-31-2010 (update of review)
I decided I would verify my review so I rented a ef 24-70 for a week and took a couple hundred pictures over the seven days. The 24-70 is an outstanding lens and I got many spectacular pictures --but there is no obvious difference in the picture quality between the two lenses. The only change I would make to my original review is that the 24-105 'IS' is better in low light than the faster 24-70 f/2.8 because the same picture sets shutter 1/6 for the 105 ('IS' makes for a sharp picture) and 1/60 for the 70 which doesn't garantee a shake free picture. In any case not fast enough to 'stop action' in indoor low light.
Good performer August 7, 2010
Eddie A.
I purchased my Canon T2i kit with 18-55mm canon lens. The lens take good pictures but, I upgraded it to 24-105mm f/4L so I can get closer to my subjects with more professional result. The lens is not cheap but I am very happy with its performance. Fast, very good color and is very sharp. Little bit heavy but manageable.
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