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Quick answer
A 2012 wide prime that adds stabilization to the 24mm focal length. It focuses to 0.2m and takes 58mm filters.
Pros
- Image stabilization
- Close focusing
- Light and compact
- USM autofocus
Cons
- f/2.8 is not particularly fast
- Some distortion
- Corners soften wide open
Verdict
A flexible, lightweight wide prime for handheld use. It pairs well with the 28mm and 35mm IS siblings.
About this lens
The Canon EF 24mm f/2.8 IS USM is a wide-angle prime lens covering 24mm at f/2.8 for Canon EF mount cameras, with Image Stabilizer and ultrasonic-motor autofocus. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.
Canon EF 24mm f/2.8 IS USM specifications
- Brand
- Canon
- Mount
- Canon EF
- Focal length
- 24mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/24.0
- Lens type
- Prime
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Released
- 2012
- Optical construction
- 11 elements in 9 groups
- Aperture blades
- 7
- Image stabilization
- Yes
- Autofocus motor
- USM
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.2 m
- Maximum magnification
- 0.23x
- Filter thread
- 58 mm
- Weight
- 280 g
- Length
- 55.7 mm
- Diameter
- 68.4 mm
Specification source: global.canon
What can you shoot with the Canon EF 24mm f/2.8 IS USM?
- Handheld video and stills
- Street photography
- Interiors
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 | 24mm | 73.7° | 84.1° |
| APS-C | 1.6x | 38mm | 50.2° | 58.8° |
Frequently asked questions
Does the Canon EF 24mm f/2.8 IS USM have image stabilization?
Yes, Canon rates its optical stabilizer at four stops. It helps with slower shutter speeds in dim indoor scenes.
What filter size does the EF 24mm f/2.8 IS USM use?
58mm, matching the EF 28mm f/2.8 IS USM, so one set of filters serves both.
Does the EF 24mm f/2.8 IS USM work on EOS R cameras?
Yes, through the EF-EOS R adapter. The lens's own stabilizer works alongside the body's in-body stabilization where fitted.
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