Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM Autofocus Lens USA

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The Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM is an ultra wide-angle zoom lens with dynamic expressive capability for all EF-S mount digital EOS cameras, exceptionally small and lightweight for maximum mobility.

With an effective focal length range of approximately 16-35mm in 35mm format, this lens allows you to get extremely close to subjects, exaggerating the difference in size between a near object and its background. Creative photographers can use this phenomenon to create excellent separation between subject and background for a strong sense of presence, or for a pan-focus effect with everything from foreground to background sharply in focus.

Designed specifically for digital photography, the lens has specially shaped lens elements and Super Spectra coatings to suppress ghosting and flare, which can be caused by reflections off digital camera sensors. An exclusive optional lens hood can further reduce the incidence of flare.

Note: Not suitable for 35mm film SLR cameras, or for 35mm size "full-frame" digital cameras, e.g. 1Ds or Kodak Pro SLR/c.

Note! Not suitable for 35mm film SLR cameras or digital camera with image sensor bigger than APS-C size, only fits on the EOS Digital Rebel series or 20D, 30D, 40D and 50D, 7D SLR cameras.

Uses optics designed to take full advantage of the small image circle and short back focus in EF-S lenses.
Features three aspherical lens elements (two types) as well as a Super-UD glass element for high image quality at all focal lengths.
Optimized lens coating minimizing flare and ghosting prone occurring with digital cameras.
Ring-type USM provides ultra-quiet, super-fast, precision auto focusing and predictive tracking.
Circular aperture diaphragm produces brilliant out-of-focus characteristics.
Performance
Focal Length 10 - 22 mm
Aperture Maximum: f/3.5 - 4.5
Minimum: f/22 - 29
Camera Mount Type Canon EF-S
Format Compatibility Canon (APS-C)
Angle of View 107° - 63°
Minimum Focus Distance 9.5" (24 cm)
Magnification 0.17x
Maximum Reproduction Ratio 1:5.8
Groups/Elements 10/13
Diaphragm Blades 6
Features
Image Stabilization No
Autofocus Yes
Tripod Collar No
Physical
Filter Thread 77 mm
Dimensions (DxL) Approx. 3.3 x 3.5" (8.38 x 8.89 cm)
Weight 13.6 oz (386 g)

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Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM Autofocus Lens
 
4.7

(based on 582 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (437)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (135)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (9)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (1)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (0)

99%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Fast / accurate auto-focus (539)
  • Consistent output (358)
  • Easily interchangeable (318)
  • Lightweight (307)
  • Strong construction (221)

Cons

  • Heavy (33)
  • Weak casing (27)
  • Poor in low light (25)
  • Pricey / poor value (12)
  • Blurry focus (7)

Best Uses

  • Landscape/scenery (335)
  • Weddings (104)
  • General purpose (99)
  • Low light (99)
  • Special effects (94)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Photo enthusiast (198), Enthusiast (123), Semi-pro photographer (81), Casual photographer (50), Semi-professional (42)
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No (203), Yes (18)

Most Liked Positive Review

 

BETTER THAN YOU THINK ...

I come from a polar opposite photography interest to a wide-angle, which is macro photography, and so when I first bought the EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM lens I didn't use it ...Read complete review

I come from a polar opposite photography interest to a wide-angle, which is macro photography, and so when I first bought the EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM lens I didn't use it much. What a mistake!

As might be expected, the 10-22 is a fantastic landscape tool and I have taken many stunning photos of the Florida beaches with it, and the colors and clarity brought out by this lens are fantastic.

What is not so obvious about this lens are its many other capabilities, for instance macro work. I have the Canon 50D and my primary tool is the 100mm macro lens, but I find myself using the 10-22mm super-wide more and more. If you get the lens extension tubes you can capture wide-angle macro shots, enabling you to capture a whole leaf or bug at a super-close distance! Even without the tubes, I photograph flowers a lot, but with a true 100 macro I can only get so much of the flower or bush in my field of view, without standing back ten to fifteen feet. Normally, this is what I want in a flower shot, very close and very sharp, yet sometimes it is important to photograph the entire plant for field ID. Well, with the EF-S 10-22mm lens, I can go right up to within inches of the flower and yet get the entire flower captured, plus the stem and leaves, which is great for field identification purposes. The exceptional depth of field generated by this lens also provides a great opportunity for creativity. I can lie on the ground and take a side-flower shot which not only shows the whole flower ... but also provides a full perspective of the surrounding grass, the comparative massiveness of the trees, and so provides a full background to create a whole different "feel" to the photo than a simple macro shot of a flower.

So, yeah, this is a great lens for landscape and seascape shots ... but it is also an extremely versatile lens for much more than that ... if you start thinking about its potential. Get your 'creative juices' flowing and enjoy it :)

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Most Liked Negative Review

 

Well built, good image, very expensive

Very good lens. Sharp, and focuses fast enough. Has almost no distortion. Large(77mm) and heavy. Very nice construction, mostly metal (mine is Made in Japan). The reason I'm giving ...Read complete review

Very good lens. Sharp, and focuses fast enough. Has almost no distortion. Large(77mm) and heavy. Very nice construction, mostly metal (mine is Made in Japan). The reason I'm giving it an average 3 stars is the very high price, practically the double than other brands, and I'm not sure there is such a big difference in the final image.

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5.0

Great lense

By rgb

from Canada

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Pros

  • Durable
  • Fast / accurate auto-focus
  • Lightweight
  • Rugged
  • Strong Construction

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Landscape/Scenery

    Comments about Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM Autofocus Lens:

    Excellent quality for the price. I use this om my 7D and am very pleased with the image quality.

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    5.0

    Takes more than just a picture

    By Joe Draper

    from Bergen County, New Jersey

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    Pros

    • Consistent Output
    • Durable
    • Easily Interchangeable
    • Fast / accurate auto-focus
    • Lightweight
    • Rugged
    • Strong Construction

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Indoors/Low Light
      • Landscape/Scenery
      • Sports/Action
      • Wildlife Photos

      Comments about Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM Autofocus Lens:

      outstanding lens -

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      • No

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      5.0

      The lens is perfect

      By none

      from Lanesville In

      About Me Casual Photographer

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Easily Interchangeable
      • Fast / accurate auto-focus

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Indoors/Low Light
        • Sports/Action
        • Wildlife Photos

        Comments about Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM Autofocus Lens:

        I'am using the lens at car shows needed this 10 years ago

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        • No

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        4.0

        This lens is perfect for me

        By Mollie

        from Aldie, Virginia

        About Me Casual Photographer

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Easily Interchangeable
        • Fast / accurate auto-focus
        • Lightweight

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Architectural detail
          • Landscape/Scenery
          • Weddings/Events

          Comments about Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM Autofocus Lens:

          It seems well-built. I am not a professional though I take sports photos of all my kids teams and provide the other parents with the shots of their kids as well. I probably take (before culling) 10K photos a year. I know what I like and I like this lens. It's given me a lot more flexibility than I had with the the 50mm fixed I had. I also use it for photographing houses I'm considering for purchase/renovation. Using Canon 7D.

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          5.0

          Quality lens

          By Sunny1

          from Roswell NM

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          Pros

          • Easily Interchangeable
          • Fast / accurate auto-focus
          • Lightweight
          • Strong Construction

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Landscape/Scenery

            Comments about Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM Autofocus Lens:

            I shoot almost exclusivly landscape and scenery. I needed a wider lens and it has performed well. It has a quick focus is light weight so handheld shooting is easier.

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            • No

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            4.0

            very amazing lens

            By hhll

            from Blacksburg, VA

            About Me Casual Photographer

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Fast / accurate auto-focus

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Landscape/Scenery

              Comments about Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM Autofocus Lens:

              for landscape and travel

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              • No

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              5.0

              Worth Every Penny

              By Allison

              from Edmonton, Alberta

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              Pros

              • Fast / accurate auto-focus
              • Sharp

              Cons

              • Heavy

              Best Uses

              • Landscape/Scenery

              Comments about Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM Autofocus Lens:

              EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM Autofocus Lens: "Worth every penny"

              For the past 6 months I have been relying on my 50mm lens for most of my photography. I was fed up with the quality of my kit lens that I've had for nearly 5 years. After reading several reviews I chose to purchase this lens. There's a reason that it has such great reviews. It's sharper than I expected and takes over where my 50mm falls short. I purchased this lens for wide angle shots and especially for travel. I am very satisfied with the quality. It was a bog decision for me because of the cost but in comparison to more expensive lenses, this one is almost a bargain. Bonus - even with shipping and duty, it was still almost $200 for me to purchase this lens through B&H instead of buying from a retailer in Canada

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              5.0

              Worth every penny

              By Allison

              from Edmonton, AB

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              Pros

              • Consistent Output
              • Fast / accurate auto-focus
              • Strong Construction

              Cons

              • Heavy

              Best Uses

              • Landscape/Scenery

              Comments about Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM Autofocus Lens:

              For the past 6 months I have been relying on my 50mm lens for most of my photography. I was fed up with the quality of my kit lens that I've had for nearly 5 years. After reading several reviews I chose to purchase this lens. There's a reason that it has such great reviews. It's sharper than I expected and takes over where my 50mm falls short. I purchased this lens for wide angle shots and especially for travel. I am very satisfied with the quality. It was a bog decision for me because of the cost but in comparison to more expensive lenses, this one is almost a bargain. Bonus - even with shipping and duty, it was still almost $200 for me to purchase this lens through B&H instead of buying from a retailer in Canada.

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              • No

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              3.0

              Well built, good image, very expensive

              By PauloFeitosa

              from Curitiba,PR-Brazil

              About Me Semi-pro Photographer

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Strong Construction

              Cons

              • Expensive
              • Heavy
              • Large

              Best Uses

              • Indoor Photography

              Comments about Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM Autofocus Lens:

              Very good lens. Sharp, and focuses fast enough. Has almost no distortion. Large(77mm) and heavy. Very nice construction, mostly metal (mine is Made in Japan). The reason I'm giving it an average 3 stars is the very high price, practically the double than other brands, and I'm not sure there is such a big difference in the final image.

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              • No

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              5.0

              I would buy this product again, for sure

              By Jerry

              from Toronto, ON, Canada

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              Pros

              • Consistent Output
              • Durable
              • Easily Interchangeable
              • Fast / accurate auto-focus
              • Lightweight
              • Rugged
              • Strong Construction

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Indoors/Low Light
                • Landscape/Scenery
                • Sports/Action
                • Video
                • Weddings/Events
                • Wildlife Photos

                Comments about Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM Autofocus Lens:

                The lens is good for:
                --landscape
                --architechture
                --group picture with limited space

                It's light and focus is very quiet and fast.

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                5.0

                Wide lens, good price

                By MemphisPro

                from Memphis, TN

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                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Consistent Output
                • Easily Interchangeable
                • Fast / accurate auto-focus
                • Lightweight

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                    Comments about Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM Autofocus Lens:

                    Fair price and no issues with focus falloff as with other brands' wide angle lenses that compare with this one

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                    5.0

                    Very professional

                    By E.Fabiano

                    from Monza

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                    Pros

                    • Consistent Output
                    • Durable
                    • Easily Interchangeable
                    • Fast / accurate auto-focus
                    • Strong Construction

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                      • Indoors/Low Light
                      • Landscape/Scenery
                      • Sports/Action
                      • Wildlife Photos

                      Comments about Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM Autofocus Lens:

                      Very good lens good price

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                      • No

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                      4.0

                      Top quality wltra-wide zoom hits the mar

                      By John

                      from Raleigh, NC

                      About Me Semi-pro Photographer

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                      Pros

                      • Consistent Output
                      • Durable
                      • Easily Interchangeable
                      • Fast / accurate auto-focus
                      • Lightweight
                      • Rugged

                      Cons

                        Best Uses

                        • Landscape/Scenery
                        • Video
                        • Weddings/Events

                        Comments about Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM Autofocus Lens:

                        Very useful in lamdscape and interiors.

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                        5.0

                        Great Wide Angle Lens!

                        By Photo enthusiast

                        from LaGrange Park IL

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                        Pros

                        • Easily Interchangeable
                        • Fast / accurate auto-focus
                        • Lightweight
                        • Sharp at all focal length
                        • Versatile

                        Cons

                        • NONE

                        Best Uses

                        • Interiors
                        • Landscape/Scenery

                        Comments about Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM Autofocus Lens:

                        This lens is so much fun! I'm not used to the wide angle yet, and usually shoot macro, but this lens opens up a new path for expanding my photography and seeing things differently. It is extremely sharp and easy to use.

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                        • Yes

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                        5.0

                        Love this lens

                        By Nifty Nora

                        from New York

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                        Verified Buyer

                        Pros

                        • Fast / accurate auto-focus
                        • Strong Construction

                        Cons

                          Best Uses

                          • Indoors/Low Light
                          • Landscape/Scenery

                          Comments about Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM Autofocus Lens:

                          I have wanted a wide angle lens for a long while for my Rebel xsi and finally took the plunge when it went on sale. I've only had it for a couple of weeks but am impressed. It is fantastic in low light and indoor shots and landscapes. Looking forward to using it for upcoming trips.

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                          5.0

                          Definitely up to Canon standards

                          By Roger

                          from Salem, OR

                          About Me Semi-pro Photographer

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                          Pros

                          • Consistent Output
                          • Durable
                          • Easily Interchangeable
                          • Fast / accurate auto-focus
                          • Lightweight

                          Cons

                            Best Uses

                            • Indoors/Low Light
                            • Landscape/Scenery

                            Comments about Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM Autofocus Lens:

                            I had been using a Sigma 12-24mm, but all of the shots I took were unacceptably blurry. I finally caved in and spent the money for the Canon 10-22mm.

                            A great decision. Like night and day... this lens is well made, but much lighter than the Sigma. ALL of my shots have come out great. The difference in sharpness is immediately apparent and significant.

                            Great color and contrast. A huge improvement over the 12-24mm.

                            There are some curvilinear effects/distortion at the 10mm setting (super wide-angle corner stretching), but even that is acceptable when the picture quality is this good.

                            I liked it so well, I bought one for my wife to compliment her 28-105mm.

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                            4.0

                            Wide Angle - Wide Possibilities

                            By pixmama

                            from West Covina, CA

                            About Me Photography Student

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                            Pros

                            • Easily Interchangeable
                            • Lightweight

                            Cons

                              Best Uses

                              • Landscape/Scenery

                              Comments about Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM Autofocus Lens:

                              I shoot lots of kids in groups. It is a great lens to capture their antics, because kids don't bunch well together. I can angle myself with the camera and still take shots of the kids being themselves.

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                              5.0

                              It is a great product

                              By Ina

                              from Philly

                              About Me Photography Student

                              Verified Buyer

                              Pros

                              • Consistent Output
                              • Easily Interchangeable
                              • Fast / accurate auto-focus
                              • Lightweight

                              Cons

                              • Poor in Low Light

                              Best Uses

                              • Landscape/Scenery
                              • Weddings/Events

                              Comments about Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM Autofocus Lens:

                              I love this lens. I haven't had it for long, but from what I've seen from the pictures so far, it's a great lens. I use it mostly for photography around the city, landscape, and self-portraits.
                              The great things about this lens:
                              -All the pictures come out really sharp, and are great quality.
                              -It's great for small spaces.
                              -It doesn't distort the picture all that much.
                              -It's great even for general use, such as family photos, and such.
                              The bad things about it:
                              -You can't really use it in low light.
                              -Shows camera's shadow when you use built in flash, at 10mm.

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                              5.0

                              Nice and wide

                              By Leigh Bug

                              from Alexandria, VA

                              About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                              Verified Buyer

                              Pros

                              • Consistent Output
                              • Durable
                              • Easily Interchangeable
                              • Fast / accurate auto-focus
                              • Lightweight
                              • Strong Construction

                              Cons

                              • Poor in Low Light

                              Best Uses

                              • Interiors
                              • Landscape/Scenery

                              Comments about Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM Autofocus Lens:

                              I purchased this lens to shoot interiors for an upcoming job. The little bit I have experimented with it I know it is going to be the perfect lens for the job. I recently went on an assignment to shoot several basketball teams visiting the White House, while in town for a tournament. The groups were large and I was limited by the width of the sidewalk in my distance from them. I don't know what I would have done without this lens. i was able to fit the teams in frame with no problem at all.

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                              5.0

                              EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM

                              By fidankandemir

                              from Turkey

                              About Me Casual Photographer

                              Verified Buyer

                              Pros

                                Cons

                                  Best Uses

                                  • Landscape/Scenery
                                  • Night Photography

                                  Comments about Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM Autofocus Lens:

                                  This lens is small. light and solidly built.The construction of this lens is excellent with no "plastic" feel to it. Focus is very fast using Canon's ring-type USM motor.

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