Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS Usm

The Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM Lens is popular for many reasons. The lens has a fast f/2.8 aperture, while offering great image quality. It also features 3-stop Image Stabilization with a wide focal length range.

If you want a lens that you can hold comfortably in your hands and stays stable even in a less conducive situation, the Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM is your best bet. The combination of the f/2.8 aperture and the 3-stop Image Stabilization will make sure of that. As for the circular seven-blade aperture, it can help deliver excellent quality background blur.

There's a Ring Ultrasonic Motor (USM) to help you achieve autofocus in a fast and almost silent manner. Full Time Manual (FTM) is also available through the adequately-sized focus ring, which can be turned with ease.

Flare and ghosting are a thing of the past thanks to the Super Spectra lens coating. This wide-angle lens also produces great quality color and contrast. Images come out crisp and sharp.

Exterior-wise, the Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM Lens weighs 22.8 oz and measures 3.3" x 4.4". It is not too heavy at all and is relatively compact.

All in all, the lens can suit almost any style of photography; from indoor events, portraits, landscapes, outdoor, night uses, and many more. This is one lens that comes highly recommended.

Focal Length & Maximum Aperture: 17-55mm 1:2.8

Lens Construction: 19 elements in 12 groups

Diagonal Angle of View: 27mm 50°- 78mm 30°

Focus Adjustment: AF with full-time manual

Closest Focusing Distance: 1.15 ft. / 0.35m

Zoom System: 5-group helical zoom (front group moves: 27mm)

Filter Size: 77mm

Max. Diameter x Length, Weight: 3.3 in. x 4.4 in., 22.8 oz. / 83.5mm x 110.6mm, 645g (lens only)