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Jun 24 2009

This lens is a great lens not only because it is extremely versatile in its range going from a wide angle to a telephoto but also because I found the quality of the pictures that I got from it to be excellent.The Image Stabilizer is a good tool to have in situations where there is not a lot of light.You can drop your shutter speed down,have enough light for a good exposure, and not have an out of focus picture. I would highly recommend this lens. I have a 70-200 L series Canon lens that I am very happy with because of it’s high optic quality, but I have no problem at all, and all the confidence in the world using this “S” series lens in any situation that I feel to be appropriate at the time.

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US $50.91
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US $121.06
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US $64.99
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US $346.90
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US $157.95
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US $345.92 (0 Bid)
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US $214.95
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US $344.99
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17 Responses

Ireland says:

June 24, 2009 at 5:23 am

Mega distortion @ 17mm. Cleans up fast once you move of 17mm. CA’s more than you would like to see but these can be cleaned up with Canon’s included software for EOS camera’s. Thumbs down to Canon for not including a lens hood for this lens. They want about $35 for that molded piece of plastic.
On the upside the range is very versatile. Being 28-135 in the 35mm format. Also has a metal mount not plastic like some of there other entry level lens.
Note: There are two of these 17-85 lens available. The more desirable Made in Japan version and a less desirable Made in Taiwan version. Most EOS kits ship with the Taiwan version.
Bunch says:

June 25, 2009 at 5:38 am

Obviously there are lots of reviews already out there on this lens. It is as simple as this… this is Canon’s best non-L lens available. As far as non-L lenses this would be #1 with the 28mm - 135mm Lens being #2. So there you go!
Chow says:

June 26, 2009 at 4:44 am

My first every Ebay score, the Canon EF-S 17-85mm lens (featuring image stabilization) was a much coveted item around here. It had come highly recommended and seemed to be a great complement to my beloved 50mm prime and a perfect replacement for the 18-55mm kit lens that shipped with the XTi.

Initial, first-night impressions? Heavenly.

Compared to the other lenses that I’ve put on the business end of the XTi, the 17-85mm is one heavy dude. I’d wager that it’s at least as heavy as the camera and certainly feels as heavy as the 50mm and the 18-55mm put together. The lens is serious. It means business. It traveled back in time from the future to be here with us today. It’s a touch of the photographic high-tech, made accessible to the amateur.

With my right hand on the shutter and my left on the lens’ barrel, it didn’t feel any less heavy but “heavy”, in my mind, became “solid”. The auto-focus is nice and quiet and is reasonably fast to lock onto the subject. The focusing ring is also nice and big — it cries out to be grasped and twisted. It was a joy to realize that even with the auto-focus turned on, the lens would not complain if I fine-tuned a given shot with some manual adjustments. (The AF doesn’t totally commandeer the focus, that is to say.) The zoom is also smooth, the barrel moving quickly and easily without over-shooting the desired focal length.

Image stabilization is also a big plus. I have a feeling that once I get the hang of it, it will save quite a few low-light, indoor, and hand-held shots over the lifetime of this lens. This isn’t to be naïve and believe it to be a cure-all. Certainly a few of my early test shots with the IS feature on prove that you can still wind up with a whole mess of blur. But others worked out pretty well.

After having used it for about two weeks or so now, most of these initial impressions have stayed true. The IS feature is a good one but isn’t something upon which to rely to save every shot. You still need to have good light and the right angle, etc.; but with the right ISO setting, it can save the scene. The heavy feeling of the lens is something I’ve gotten used to pretty quickly; after a couple of sessions, you just expect the camera to weight that much — no worries. I’ve also found that the longer focal lengths are great for portraiture — I find myself using focal lengths in the 70-85mm range pretty often now and I wonder how I ever lived without them before.

That said, I’m beginning to wonder a little about the lens’ chromatic aberration. I’ve had a few shots that don’t seem to “resolve” the same way during post-processing (in Aperture) as similar shots under similar conditions with the same camera body and a different lens (e.g., the 50mm prime). This is not to say that I have my mind made up and am squaring the blame on the lens — certainly not! But I am trying to parse my way through some of these, experimenting with some different conditions, etc. to see where it lands. I’ve just fallen into a certain rhythm with my post-processing and I would hate to have to learn a new dance just for the one, new lens.

All things considered however, I’ve been very pleased with most of my results from the 17-85mm thus far.

…so yeah, worth it.

But with respect to “worth it”: Canon lists a retail price of $600 for the EF-S 17-85mm IS lens. Most places online seem to offer it in the $475-$550 range. As far as lenses go, this is hardly a costly one. Considering that this is one of the two lenses “given away” as the kit lens for Canon’s 40D body, you wonder a little bit if the mass-production maybe watered it down just a little bit…? Just the same, this is a great “walk-around” lens: it is sturdy, has some great built-in features, and has a versatile range of focal lengths. If you got this lens “free” with your camera body then you are in luck. If you’re looking to pick up one separately… Well, it’s a great lens to have. And I’m happy with mine. But see if you can’t score one on Ebay or through your local re-seller of high-quality, previously enjoyed lenses.

Happy shooting, y’all.
Kwan says:

June 27, 2009 at 4:53 am

I bought this lens in July 08. It stays on my 40d about 80% of the time. Only problem i have had, it seems to be a bit soft at f4 and 5.6. But it is sharp as a tack at f11. Maybe my copy is a bit off, but other than that I love it.
Gaffey says:

June 28, 2009 at 4:55 am

This lens is a great lens not only because it is extremely versatile in its range going from a wide angle to a telephoto but also because I found the quality of the pictures that I got from it to be excellent.The Image Stabilizer is a good tool to have in situations where there is not a lot of light.You can drop your shutter speed down,have enough light for a good exposure, and not have an out of focus picture. I would highly recommend this lens. I have a 70-200 L series Canon lens that I am very happy with because of it’s high optic quality, but I have no problem at all, and all the confidence in the world using this “S” series lens in any situation that I feel to be appropriate at the time.
Smotrys says:

June 29, 2009 at 5:32 am

This lens is AMAZING. It performs exactly how I expected it too. I am an advance amateur photographer, so I knew there would be times when I would need the features of this lens. My first major usage was during my sisters graduation where I was able to capture photos of the graduates walking across a dimly lit stage. Long story short, if you need the features and can afford it there is no better lens in the canon lineup in this range.
Diller says:

June 30, 2009 at 5:22 am

If you want absolute, best sharpness, go with the 70-200 f/4. However, if you are shooting in low light and like a narrow DOF, and the luxury of IS, get this now! It is still a very sharp lens, and it is constructed to the highest quality. It does weigh a lot, but that is the price you pay for IS, and f/2.8.
Frederico says:

July 1, 2009 at 4:53 am

I bought this lens after some serious deliberation on whether or not I would need to spend the extra money on this or save money and buy the Sigma equivalent (without the IS). I went ahead and spent the extra money, and I am absolutely thrilled that I did! Without a doubt, this has to be the most useful lens I own. Most of my photographic work is done in low light, shooting action shots, (I shoot for a billiard magazine, so I can’t use a flash during tournaments), and this makes my job too easy. Whether I want to go hand held or on a monopod, my shots come out crisp and detailed. As some other reviewers have stated, if you do most of your photography in good light, or are allowed to use flash, the f/4L version may be more up your alley. But for low light action, this lens cannot be beat!
Agnor says:

July 2, 2009 at 5:02 am

Amazing product.

Got the Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM lens about 2 months back and I am really happy with the quality of the pictures. I am amazed at the clarity of the pictures taken with very little light - thanks to f/2.8.

I use the IS almost all the time unless I am shooting night time with very long exposure during which I use a tripod. The AF is very fast at all zoom lengths.

Downside:

* It is very, really very, bulky.

* Too much attention from people around you.

* Being a 70-200mm lens, its tough to get a portrait shot. So you can not afford to have only this lens. You need atleast 1 more lens so that you can take portraits and “normal” photos with a little bit wider angle.

Note: review is based on my experience with Canon EOS 50D

There is no doubt about the quality of this lens. You just need to decide whether you want it or not.
Loo says:

July 3, 2009 at 5:17 am

I received this lens as a birthday present a little over 2 months. I am using it with a Canon Rebel XTi and mono/tripod. I have used it in a multitude of conditions; outside, inside, natural lighting, fluorescent, fast paced action and close-ups. Picture quality, even at the edges, is superb. Image stabilization is smooth and quiet (Although there is an audible noise, you have to listen for it). I can’t speak about battery performance with this lens as I am using the Canon Battery Grip with dual batteries installed. Overall, I am happy with the lens, and have had multiple friends compliment the picture quality.
Rosenburg says:

July 4, 2009 at 5:32 am

So far, I am very happy with this lens. My budget wouldn’t allow me to purchase the pricier lenses. After reading lots of positive reviews, I settled on the tamron. I have not regreted the purchase. The lens is a bit heavy and I always use a tripod with it otherwise I experience camera shake. The quality of photos that I get with this lens have been excellent for my purposes. I am not a professional, but this lens seems like a great deal for the price. I would recommend it to those who would like a zoom lens in the 75-300 range but can’t afford a lens that cost more than your camera.
Mosier says:

July 5, 2009 at 5:36 am

Excelent lens rounds up my new Canon Rebel XSI Digital SLR Camera. Super price, very reasonable shipping cost and quick shipping.
I can say that I am very satisfied with my purchase.
Derry says:

July 6, 2009 at 5:33 am

This has been a great lens so far for the number of pictures that I have taken. I have only had it since Christmas. So far so good.

Rick
Tarplee says:

July 7, 2009 at 4:58 am

This is a great starter lens. It is not too exspensive so you do get what you pay for. Make sure you have a tripod or your pictures will come out blurry. I’ve taken some good pictures so I would recommend this product for a beginner.
Ives says:

July 8, 2009 at 4:43 am

My once part-time hobby has turned into a part-time business. The amount of people who need Headshots in Los Angeles out-weighs the number of Photographers..supply and demand. The Tamron lens is just what I needed to meed the demand.
Jolly says:

July 9, 2009 at 4:41 am

While this is obviously not an L lens, it still has great quality for the price. The auto-focus is second to none in most situations and the pictures are very crisp. It is extremely well constructed, and if your on a budget like me, is the best lens to upgrade from the basic 18-55mm lens. The ability to Manually focus while still on Auto-focus is great for those shots you can’t get it to perfectly pick up on. All in all a great Canon product. For the money its definitely 5 stars, but in the grand scheme of things a 4 is more appropriate.
Ruvalcaba says:

July 10, 2009 at 4:55 am

After purchasing my first dslr (Canon Rebel XSI) I quickly discovered that the kit 18-55 just didn’t have the range I needed. I somehow landed a job doing freelance work for the local newspaper the same day I got my camera, so I needed something that would give me more versatility on a very limited budget. After reading the reviews I ended up with this, and I’ve been pleased.

Granted, this is not an “L” lens, but at this price I wouldn’t expect that. Also, if you have shaky hands or take a lot of photos in low light this may not be the right lens for you. It might be worth looking into the 55-250 IS. In decent light this lens takes beautiful photos, and I’ve had many successful results with it. It is great outdoors (I recommend purchasing a lens hood).

I recently purchased my first “L” lens–the 17-40mm, and while it’s a great lens, the 28-105 still lives on my camera for its versatility. And even though I’m now in the market for something with IS, faster, and with more range, I think I’ll still be hanging on to this one for awhile. If I wasn’t serious about photography as a career and used this as just a hobby lens I would be thrilled. If you want something affordable with decent quality, I highly recommend this.

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