Digital SLR Lens Reviews / Slr camera lens

Product Description

CANON EF Lens - Treat yourself to the smallest, lightest zoom in the 28-105 class. Filter Size - 58mm Maximum Diameter x Length - 2.9 x 2.8 Weight - 0.82 pounds. The 28 105mm canon ef standard zoom lens retains the optical capability of Canon’s previous EF 28-105mm USM lens but with a refined exterior design. The lens is distinguished by a ring-type ultra-sonic monitor (USM) drive that provides silent, high-speed autofocusing, along with full-time manual focusing. The 1.6-foot close-focusing distance, meanwhile, lets you take great close-up portraits and nature shots. A good match for the Canon EOS A2/A2e or ELAN 7 series cameras with built-in flashes, the EF 28-105mm lens is an excellent zoom lens for everyday use. The lens carries a one-year warranty..

Customer SLR Camera Lens Reviews

Terrific lens canon ef for all-around use.
For the times when I want to travel light and only take one lens, I usually throw this lens on. Through its entire focal range, it does a great job. Its performance is exceptional considering it’s not an “L” grade lens.

The lens is constructed well and has a nice feel. I have an Elan 7e body and this slr camera lens complements it very nicely. The Ultrasonic motor is definitely a nice touch. You can’t even hear the lens focusing it’s so quiet, not to mention fast. I find that 28-105mm is a great range for everyday shooting, and if you’re into taking closeups, it has a fairly good macro mode (although I wish it could be a little better…Nikon’s equivalent lens has a macro reproduction ratio of about 2.7:1, which this lens doesn’t come close to…but it’s a Nikon…bleh) I would advise anyone buying this lens 105mm to also purchase the accessory hood that’s available for it.

I’m happy I chose this EF instead of the alternate EF-S

I needed to replace the lens on my Canon Rebel XT D-SLR. The EF-S on first glance seemed like the perfect replacement since Canon produced the EF-S series specifically for the compressed sensor D-SLR line. After weighing the pros and cons of the two, I chose this EF lens largely on the basis of price. It was the right choice, and I haven’t found any loss of features or quality.

Multiplying the range by 1.6 for a 35mm equivalence (if you have a Rebel XT, 20D or 30D), this model is really just a slightly wide angle to stronger telephoto zoom. (about 45mm-170mm if it was a 35mm film camera) If this range suits you, then this lens is an excellent value over a EF-S wide-angle/telephoto zoom. You’ll keep all of the features, save money and have a faster lens.

The slr camera lens EF series meshes well with the current line of Canon digital SLRs. In addition, unlike the EF-S series, they are compatible with all of the Canon EOS products including higher-end cameras like the Mark II.

SPECIFIC OBSERVATIONS FROM WEEKS OF USE:
My first concern before purchasing this lens was the MINIMUM FOCUS DISTANCE of 0.5 meters, or approximately 18 inches. I do a lot of macro work transferring images into digital, so I was a tad worried. However, after getting the lens and zooming in, I realized that the focusing distance wasn’t really an issue after all. In most cases, I could manage to stand six or so inches further away and still get a highly magnified shot. So that you can see that the macro function works well, I’ve uploaded an image of a small hamster photographed at 102mm.

My second concern was lens QUALITY AND SHARPNESS, particularly in the wide-angle setting near the edges of the photo. This lens exceeded my expectations. So that you can see the quality of this lens 105mm, I’ve uploaded an uncropped picture of the SF Bay Bridge taken at the 28mm wide-angle setting. You’ll see that the photo is sharp all the way through the edges of the frame. (it is a web-sized jpeg, so you should take that into consideration and use it mainly to see the sharpness of the photo, particularly near the outside edges)

I did get an unexpected bonus with this lens. The MANUAL FOCUS ring is in the front. I love it. Disabling the auto-focus is a snap, and the position and feel of the manual focus is perfect for sports or social activities where the subject is often not the closest object. The ring itself is ridged and made of rubber, making handling a breeze.

While I hadn’t expected to replace my stock lens so soon, I think it ended up for the best. This lens 105mm is actually superior to the one that came with the XT. I lost some wide-angle function but gained much more telephoto. The price is excellent and the quality of the lens is high.

Versatile and quick
I am very satisfied with the overall performance of  28 105mm canon ef. It focuses instantly and silently. USM is definitely an advantage and that was one of the reasons why I preferred Canon over other brands. The high pitched sound associated with focusing becomes quite irritating even at occasions when you do not need a silent operation. With a USM lens you do not hear anything and this is really fascinating. This lens produces very clear photos and is definitely better than the Canon EF 28-90 lens which is usually sold with the body for three reasons: 1. The grip feels much better. 2. The lens provides a larger aperture at longer focal lenghts. 3. Basically it has a focal length of 28-105 mm (vs 28-90). Even if there is a significant price difference I would suggest the 28-105 mm. You will NOT regret it.

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• Digital SLR Lens Reviews / Slr camera lens

Product Description

CANON 28-105MM EF USM - Treat yourself to the smallest, lightest zoom in the canon 28-105 class. Filter Size - 58mm Maximum Diameter x Length - 2.9 x 2.8 Weight - 0.82 pounds

Features

• 28-105mm canon standard zoom lens with f/3.5-4.5 maximum aperture for Canon SLR cameras
• Ring-type ultra-sonic monitor (EF USM) provides silent, high-speed autofocusing
• 1.6-foot close focusing distance; rotating zoom system; 58mm filter size
• Ideal for Canon EOS A2/Aw3 or ELAN 7 series cameras with built-in flashes
• Measures 2.8 inches in diameter and 3 inches long; weighs 13.2 ounces

Customer Digital SLR Lens Reviews

Great for everyday!
I have this lens canon EF on my camera most often. I have kids and the zoom is great for taking pictures of them when they are running around. I was surprised the first time i went to use this lens, its very quiet. This EF Zoom lens has a little weight to it and doesnt feel cheap at all. I recommend this lens to friends. Its fairly inexpensive and is of good quality. And it takes some great pictures.

Nice all-around zoom lens
I bought this 105mm lens as a step-up from the kit lens on my Canon Rebel XTI. I needed the extra distance it offers. It works great for my purposes and the price is definitely right. The USM motor is a great feature. The AF is pretty good and it’s not too bulky. There is no IS, but that has not been a problem for me. I’ve used this lens for close-up shots, outdoor photography, and aquarium photography. It works pretty well in low-light situations (such as in an aquarium) and has produced some excellent shots. This is an excellent all-around zoom lens and is a great upgrade to the kit lens that comes with the Canon XTI. Recommended!

Amazing addition for the price
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.

Customer Digital SLR Lens Reviews

A cheap EF Telephoto lens that performs like a million bucks!, Razor-sharp snapshots / Focusing with AF is quick and accurate with Softfocus Telephoto Lens,When most people think of this lens canon ef, the soft focus feature comes to mind. This canon ef 135mm lens is certainly unique in this respect. But the truth of the matter is that most people find this to be a feature that they will probably find little (if any) use for. So most people pass on this canon 28 135mm ef lens in favor of some sort of zoom (ie the EF 75-300mm). But even if you have no use whatsoever for the soft focus feature, this lens is actually one great, large-aperture, telephoto prime. Oh, and it can be had for a song. I have seen this lens go for less that $200 used here at the marketplace, as well as on ebay and craigslist. Even new, it is pretty cheap.

Optically, this canon 28 135mm ef lens is a GREAT performer. Sharpness is GREAT, even at f/2.8. It is certainly a MUCH better performer here than ANY Canon telephoto zoom that does not have an L somewhere in it’s name. And since it is SO much faster than any consumer-grade zoom, it is MUCH better in both low light AND in situations where you are looking for background blur. And, as is the case most of the time, both saturation and contrast are worlds better than your typical consumer-grade zoom. How does it compare with an L-series zoom? I can’t say for sure. But it does cost MANY times less. And it is faster than the Canon EF 70-200mm f/4. So given both the price and performance, this is one GREAT SLR Camera lens.

Customer Digital SLR Lens Reviews

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I have owned this lens for about a year and a half now and shoot with exclusively Canon lens. I have taken about 6,000 shots with this SLR camera lens, and I am very happy with the results. In fact, this lens canon ef has produced three award winning photographs in the time that I have owned it.

The lens is very sharp, lightweight, and the color contrast is excellent. As with all lenses, wide open, the sharpness does decline, but at f/5.6 or slower, this lens is a true performer and delivers tack sharp excellent images. This is not to say that the lens wide open is soft, it most certainly is not, but is not as sharp as at f/5.6 or slower. The USM motor is very quiet and fast autofocusing. When I was looking to purchase this lens, I compared it to the Canon 75-300mm IS USM. Although this lens only has a 70-200mm reach, the image quality difference more than makes up for any reach that is missing from this lens. Furthermore, the fixed aperture is a huge bonus when compared to the 75-300 IS USM. The lack of IS was not a problem for me except in exceptional cases where I was shooting in lower light conditions and at full zoom. I also considered buying the Canon 70-200 f/2.8 (non-IS) lens. However, the price difference was the biggest determining factor when choosing this lens over the more expensive but faster f/2.8 version since I did not need a faster lens for my most common photographic uses.

This lens is, in my opinion, the absolute best deal in the entire Canon lineup. For the price, the quality of this lens cannot be beat. In the sweet spot (~f/6.3), this lens is stunning. The lens is very lightweight and can easily be carried around all day without fatigue.

Furthermore, as with all Canon L series lenses, the build quality is fantastic. The lens, although not weathersealed, is still very durable and has been through several hiking trips, vacations, and biking excursions into the middle of nowhere with me. I’ve even dropped this lens four times and been caught up in a couple of nasty rainstorms with this lens, and it is still going strong. This lens has never failed me once and will remain with me for a very long time to come.

(P.S. Make sure you use your lens hood that comes with this lens. It will keep that glass safe!)