Canon EF-S 17-85mm f/4-5.6 Image Stabilized USM SLR Lens for EOS Digital SLR's

Canon EF-S 17-85mm f/4-5.6 Image Stabilized USM SLR Lens for EOS Digital SLR's

Product Description

Canon EF-S 17-85MM f4-5.6 IS USM Lens is possibly the best single lens to own with your Canon Digital Rebel SLR Camera. Equivalent to a 28-135mm lens, this new EF-S lens brings true wide-angle to tele coverage to EOS 20D, 30D, 40D and Digital Rebel shooters. It has Canon's Image Stabilization system, allowing safe hand-holding at speeds up to three stops slower than otherwise possible. And of course, it's optically optimized for digital SLRs. A ring-type USM means both fast and silent AF, as well as full-time manual focus when in the AF mode. Circular aperture design -- natural highlights, even stopped down two stops Non-rotating front element; lens length does not change during zooming EF-S lens mount -- exclusively for EOS 20D and Digital Rebel bodies Filter Size - 67mm Maximum Diameter x Length, Weight - 3.1 x 3.6, 16.8 ounces Only compatible with the 40D, 30D, 20D

Product Details

• Brand: Canon
• Model: 9517A002
• Dimensions: 4.30" h x 4.50" w x 6.20" l, 1.05 pounds

Features

• 17-85mm standard zoom lens with f/4-5.6 maximum aperture for EOS digital SLR cameras
• Image Stabilization system reduces camera shake to extend use in low-light levels
• Aspheric element and 2 aspherical surfaces deliver excellent optical quality
• Ring-type ultra-sonic monitor (USM) for superior autofocusing; 1.15-feet close focusing
• Measures 3.1 inches in diameter and 3.6 inches long; weighs 16.8 ounces; 1-year warranty

Editorial Reviews

From the Manufacturer
Equivalent to a 28-135mm lens, this new EF-S lens brings true wide-angle to tele coverage to EOS 20D and Digital Rebel shooters. It has Canon's Image Stabilization system, allowing safe hand-holding at speeds up to three stops slower than otherwise possible. And of course, it's optically optimized for digital SLRs. A ring-type USM means both fast and silent AF, as well as full-time manual focus when in the AF mode.

Features

• Compact, lightweight design with a 5x zoom ratio -- 28 to 135mm equivalent
• Excellent optical quality: Aspheric element with two Aspherical surfaces utilized
• Close-focusing to 1.15 feet -- at 135mm, fills the frame with subject 3 x 4.4 inches
• Ring-type Ultrasonic motor for superior AF performance; allows full-time MF
• Image Stabilization extends the lens's usefulness in low-light levels
• Circular aperture design -- natural highlights, even stopped down two stops
• Non-rotating front element; lens length does not change during zooming
• EF-S lens mount -- exclusively for EOS 20D and Digital Rebel bodies