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EF 24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM
- 24-105mm
- f/24.0
- Superzoom
- Stabilized
- 525 g
- Min focus 0.4 m
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Quick answer
A lighter, non-L alternative to the 24-105mm f/4L with a stepping motor, stabilization and full-frame coverage. Aimed at video-friendly kit use.
Pros
- Lighter than the L zoom
- STM focusing suits video
- Image stabilization
- Closer minimum focus distance (0.4 m)
Cons
- Variable aperture limits low-light use
- No weather sealing
- Barrel distortion at 24mm
Verdict
A light full-frame walk-around lens. The f/4L is the step up when you want a fixed aperture and tougher build.
About this lens
Canon EF 24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM: a superzoom lens with a 24-105mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/3.5-5.6, made for Canon EF mount cameras, with Image Stabilizer and stepping-motor autofocus. The wide-to-tele range makes it a one-lens option for travel and everyday shooting.
Canon EF 24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM specifications
- Brand
- Canon
- Mount
- Canon EF
- Focal length
- 24-105mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/24.0
- Lens type
- Superzoom
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Released
- 2014
- Optical construction
- 17 elements in 13 groups
- Aperture blades
- 7
- Image stabilization
- Yes
- Autofocus motor
- STM
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.4 m
- Maximum magnification
- 0.3x
- Filter thread
- 77 mm
- Weight
- 525 g
- Length
- 104 mm
- Diameter
- 83.4 mm
Specification source: global.canon
What can you shoot with the Canon EF 24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM?
- Travel
- Video
- Entry-level full-frame kits
Its smaller maximum aperture favours daylight shooting and keeps the lens compact.
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 | 24–105mm | 19.5–73.7° | 23.3–84.1° |
| APS-C | 1.6x | 38–168mm | 12.2–50.2° | 14.7–58.8° |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Canon EF 24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM full-frame compatible?
Yes. It covers full-frame sensors and also works on APS-C EF bodies, where the view is about 38-168mm in full-frame terms.
Is the 24-105 STM good for video?
It is suitable for casual video thanks to the STM motor and stabilization. The variable aperture can shift exposure slightly while zooming.
EF 24-105 STM vs f/4L IS: which one?
The STM is lighter and focuses closer. The f/4L has a constant f/4 aperture, better build and dust and moisture resistance.
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