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Nikon AF-S Nikkor 17-35mm f/2.8D ED-IF Lens

Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8 Lens

5 reviews

From $1,579.00 | 11 stores

30 reviews

From $679.00 | 23 stores

Product Description

This AF-S Zoom-Nikkor 17-35mm f/2.8D IF-ED lens is an ultra-wide-angle rectilinear zoom lens with a range of professional-level features that yield overall superior performance. In addition... More

This AF-S Zoom-Nikkor 17-35mm f/2.8D IF-ED lens is an ultra-wide-angle rectilinear zoom lens with a range of professional-level features that yield overall superior performance. In addition to providing the shortest close-focusing distance in its class 0.28m (0.9 ft.) throughout the entire zoom range the lens also features a fast constant maximum aperture of f/2.8 at all focal lengths. It is ideal for photojournalism and general professional-level photographic needs. Less

The EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM is a lightweight, compact L Series telephoto zoom lens with Image Stabilizer. The optical Image Stabilization in the new EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM lens provides up... More

The EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM is a lightweight, compact L Series telephoto zoom lens with Image Stabilizer. The optical Image Stabilization in the new EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM lens provides up to an incredible four stops of shake correction-a first for Canon IS lenses. The use of fluorite UD lens elements provides excellent optical performance in terms of resolution and contrast. These features, together with its water-and dust-proof construction, provide both the performance and portability to meet user demands. Less

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Key Features

Min Aperture

f/22

Camera Format

Digital SLR

35 mm SLR

Focus Type

Autofocus • Manual Focus

Autofocus

Lens Max Aperture

f/2.8

Focal Length

17mm - 35mm

70mm - 200mm

Lens Type

Zoom Lens

Mount

Nikon

Canon EF

Other Features

Brand

Nikon

Canon

Closest Focusing Distance

12 in

58.8 in

Picture Angle

62 - 104 degrees

12 - 34 degrees

Attachment / Filter Size

77 mm

Macro Lens

Without Macro Lens

Groups / Elements

13 Elements in 10 Groups

18 Elements in 15 Groups

Dimensions

Weight

26.3 oz

2.9 oz

Diameter

3.2 in

3.3 in

Length

4.2 in

7.6 in

Miscellaneous

Product ID

20724853

27144856

UPC

4960759021458

013803005097

Product MPN

MPN

10000015710

7042A003

Consumer Reviews

Nikon AF-S Nikkor 17-35mm f/2.8D ED-IF Lens

From $1,579.00

Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8 Lens

From $679.00

Product Review Summary

4.8

Based on 5 user reviews

100% recommend this product

5 stars

4 stars

3 stars

2 stars

1 star

Pros

Versatile (3)
Sharp Focus (2)
Durable (2)
Fast Focus (2)
Easy to Use (1)
Powerful Zoom (1)
Good Quality (1)
Good in Low Light (1)

Cons

Bulky (3)
Heavy (2)

Good For

Multi-purpose (3)
Landscape Photography (1)
Professionals (1)

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Consumer Reviews

193

Nikon 17-35mm f/2.8 Must Be the Greatest Wide-Angle Lens!

bypaulphoto Feb 6, 2003

59 Helpfuls 60 Helpfuls

Pros Superb optics, solid built, super-fast AF and super-quiet operation

Cons Expensive price tag may be the one and only objection in this lens

Recommended it? Yes

My first zoom lens in the extreme wide angle was the Nikon 20-35mm f/2.8D. For me, it was a dream lens. When I bought the 20-35mm lens, the 17-35mm zoom had already been introduced. At the time, I thought a difference of 3mm in focal length was not much. As the old saying goes, "Be content with the... Read full review »

a great lens to use with great results

bygoobaah Jan 27, 2003

8 Helpfuls 9 Helpfuls

Pros very well built and useful lens with fast aperture and great viewing angle

Cons heavy and not cheap, but we cant have everything

Recommended it? Yes

This lens continues to surprise me with its performance. Outdoors, it seems you can capture limitless wide angle shots with amazing depth of field, and then look down and get a picture of a flower from nearly 6" away from the end of the lens. Each picture will turn out sharp and tightly focused... Read full review »

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Product Review Summary

5.0

Based on 30 user reviews

100% recommend this product

5 stars

4 stars

3 stars

2 stars

1 star

Pros

Good Quality (5)
Fast Focus (2)
Easy to Use (1)
Sharp Focus (1)
Versatile (1)
Durable (1)

Cons

Heavy (4)

Good For

Special Effects (5)
Multi-purpose (5)
Night Photography (5)
Sports (5)
Professionals (5)
Landscape Photography (5)
Wildlife (5)

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Consumer Reviews

402

Canon EF 70-200mm F2.8L IS USM - No Compromises. Period.

bysoupcraze Sep 7, 2008

43 Helpfuls 44 Helpfuls

Pros Image Quality; Fast Constant Aperture; 3-Stop Canon Image Stabilizer; Ring USM; Built...

Cons Heavy; Works with Canon Extenders with FULL Functionality; Off-White Color Attracts...

Recommended it? Yes

Note: This excellent lens has been replaced in the Canon line-up by the new and improved Canon EF 70-200mm F2.8L IS USM II. Is it worth purchasing over this lens used? Check it out to find out!

Growing as a photographer, I realized that I needed to fine tune my lenses to fit my needs. As you... Read full review »

110

Canon EF70-200/2.8L USM Lens - The Work Horse of Pro Lenses

byviper1963 Dec 20, 2007

33 Helpfuls 34 Helpfuls

Pros Exceptionally sharp images. Easy to use and handle. Fun to photography with!

Cons Expensive for the average photographer. Might be a bit heavy for some users.

Recommended it? Yes

What makes a great image? A photograph is as good as a photographers eye? But I feel a photograph is also as good as the lens it was taken with too!

CANON EF70-200/2.8L USM TELEPHOTO ZOOM LENS

It was time for to update my photo equipment. I already had my budget in... Read full review »

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