Quick answer
A lighter, slower version of the 28-105mm range with plastic construction and USM focusing. It weighs only about 210g.
Pros
- Very light at about 210g
- Wide 28mm start
- USM focus
Cons
- Slow aperture
- Mediocre sharpness at 105mm
- Plastic build
Verdict
Light and simple. The f/3.5-4.5 II is faster at both ends and better built.
About this lens
This 28-105mm f/4-5.6 standard zoom lens from Canon fits Canon EF mount cameras, with ultrasonic-motor autofocus. The range covers everything from wide scenes to portraits, so it works as a general-purpose lens.
Canon EF 28-105mm f/4-5.6 USM specifications
- Brand
- Canon
- Mount
- Canon EF
- Focal length
- 28-105mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/4.0
- Lens type
- Zoom
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Released
- 2002
- Optical construction
- 10 elements in 9 groups
- Aperture blades
- 6
- Autofocus motor
- USM
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.48 m
- Maximum magnification
- 0.19x
- Filter thread
- 58 mm
- Weight
- 210 g
- Length
- 68 mm
- Diameter
- 67 mm
Specification source: global.canon
What can you shoot with the Canon EF 28-105mm f/4-5.6 USM?
- Entry-level full-frame zooms
- Film EOS
- Travel
Its moderate maximum aperture works best in good light or with a higher ISO.
Full-frame equivalent and field of view
Calculated from the focal length and crop factor. Not measured.
| Sensor | Crop | Equivalent | Horizontal FOV | Diagonal FOV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full frame | 1.0x | 28–105mm | 19.5–65.5° | 23.3–75.4° |
| APS-C | 1.6x | 45–168mm | 12.2–43.8° | 14.7–51.6° |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Canon EF 28-105mm f/4-5.6 USM good?
It is acceptable for casual photography and stops down well. It is not as sharp as the f/3.5-4.5 version.
Can the EF 28-105mm f/4-5.6 USM be used on RF cameras?
Yes, through the EF-EOS R adapter. It covers full frame, so no crop is applied.
Does the EF 28-105mm f/4-5.6 have image stabilization?
No. Its slow aperture makes steady technique important in dim light.
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