Canon 24-70 2.8L IS

A collection of information and links for Canon's new EF len

The long awaited IS version of the 24-70 2.8L

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NOTE!! Placeholder Page - the lens has not yet been announced!!!

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A new IS zoom

We've been waiting for this new zoom lens for some time.

We use the 24-70 for a lot of work and although a very useful lens, there are times in lower light with a 21MP 1Ds3 where IS would be of benefit.

We expect this lens to be a big seller

- if it ever gets announced

 

 

 

 

The old EF 24-70 2.8L (non IS)

Angle of view (horzntl, vertl, diagnl) 84° - 34°, 53° - 19°30', 74° - 29°
Lens construction (elements/groups) 16/30
No. of diaphragm blades 8
Minimum aperture 22
Closest focusing distance (m) 0.38
Maximum magnification (x) 0.29 (at 70mm)
AF actuator USM
Filter diameter (mm) 77
Max. diameter x length (mm) 83.2 x 123.5
Weight (g) 950
Magnification with Extension Tube EF12 0.63 - 0.18
Magnification with Extension Tube EF25

Canon 24-70 Info

"The EF 28-70mm f/2.8L USM has proven very popular with professional and advanced amateur photographers since it was introduced in 1995.

However, the increasing use of digital cameras, most having sensors smaller than a 35mm film frame, has increased the demand for a high-performance standard zoom lens with a wider wide-angle setting.

The EF 24-70mm f/2.8L USM lens meets this need. The optical design is based on the previous lens, but incorporates new design features that allow the broader focal length range while maintaining the superb image quality.

At the same time, the minimum focusing distance has been reduced from 0.5 metres to 0.38 metres.

Improved water and dust resistance ensure that it will become the leading standard zoom lens in the EOS system."

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