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Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Image Stabilizer USM Autofocus Lens (White Box) USA
The Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens is a compact and lightweight standard zoom lens that offers superior optical performance, plus a built-in Image Stabilizer. The IS system reduces the possibility of blurred photographs caused by camera shake, which allows for handheld photography in comparatively dim light without a flash or tripod. At the wideangle end of the zoom range, the equivalent shutter speed gain is approximately 1.5 stops while at the telephoto end, it is approximately 2 stops.
In addition, the lens has a USM drive mechanism for faster and quieter AF operation, and the pulse control diaphragm (EMD) ensures precise aperture control.
Note! White Box merchandise comes supplied in a plain white box, instead of the manufacturer's colorful packaging. It still includes all the manufacturer's accessories.
- The IS system is composed of a pair of gyro sensors to detect vertical and horizontal motion and a microprocessor that compensates for it by shifting special lens elements in parallel with the perceived movement.
- The internal focusing mechanism allows the front of the lens to remain stationary and to easily accommodate specialty filters, such as polarizing filters.
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| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Focal Length | 28 - 135 mm |
| Aperture |
Maximum: f/3.5 - 5.6 Minimum: f/22 - 36 |
| Camera Mount Type | Canon EF |
| Format Compatibility |
35mm Film / Full-Frame Digital Sensor Canon (APS-C) |
| Angle of View | 76° - 18° |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 1.64' (50 cm) |
| Magnification | 0.19x |
| Maximum Reproduction Ratio | 1:5.2 |
| Groups/Elements | 12/16 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 6 |
| Features | |
|---|---|
| Image Stabilization | Yes |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No |
| Physical | |
|---|---|
| Filter Thread | 72 mm |
| Dimensions (DxL) | Approx. 3.1 x 3.8" (7.87 x 9.65 cm) |
| Weight | 1.19 lb (540 g) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 127 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
92%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Fast / accurate auto-focus (92)
- Easily interchangeable (73)
- Consistent output (63)
- Durable (54)
- Strong construction (40)
Cons
- Heavy (27)
- Lens creep (26)
- Poor in low light (9)
- Blurry focus (6)
- Slow focus (6)
Best Uses
- Landscape/scenery (63)
- Sports/action (41)
- Weddings (35)
- Wildlife photos (32)
- General purpose (29)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Photo enthusiast (36), Semi-pro photographer (28), Casual photographer (17), Enthusiast (11), Pro photographer (11)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (62), Yes (5)
Most Liked Positive Review
Grade Canon Lens to Get
Dollar-for-dollar, this is the best consumer-grade Canon lens available. The focal-length makes it a great walk-around lens. The onboard Image Stabilization allow for crisp zoom shots without a tripod. If your hands shake ...Read complete review
Dollar-for-dollar, this is the best consumer-grade Canon lens available. The focal-length makes it a great walk-around lens. The onboard Image Stabilization allow for crisp zoom shots without a tripod. If your hands shake a lot, this lens will help overcome that.
On the flip side, I found the Macro option provides a really startling level of detail up close. I also found the combination of the f3.5 and Image Stabilization to be of great use in low-light, indoor shooting where flash is prohibited. It's a fairly fast-focusing lens, too.
Considering it is 1/3 the price of an L-series lens, I cannot find a single fault with it. Anyone looking for a general-purpose lens for under $500 to compliment their Canon Digital Rebel, Rebel XSI, 30D or 40D has found it here.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Excellent
I use this lens for live band photography and wedding photography when the subjet is just a little too far away. It's zoom range is really all I need and the image stabilizer is a...Read complete review
I use this lens for live band photography and wedding photography when the subjet is just a little too far away. It's zoom range is really all I need and the image stabilizer is a life saver in slightly low light situations. The focus is excellent and accurate especially since I use this lens with my 5DMark2. They make an excellent combo when my subject is too far or too close for my 50mm. f/1.4
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Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Video
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Image Stabilizer USM Autofocus Lens (White Box):
Great, buy it!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
- Similar:
- Canon 50mm 1.4
Pros
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
Cons
- Lens Creep
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Photography
- Sports/Action
Comments about Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Image Stabilizer USM Autofocus Lens (White Box):
Good clarity but lens creeps excessivly with slightest vertical movement.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clarity
- Durable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Rugged
Cons
- Lens Creep
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Macro Photography
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Image Stabilizer USM Autofocus Lens (White Box):
Great general purpose lens - works well for portraits and close ups. Have to watch the lens creep when carrying around. Sturdy build. The sharpness is better than the kit lenses that came with the T1i, and I hope to supplement this with a 70-200 soon. The two should do just about all I need. Cannot fault B and H service. Have done everything they said they would do.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
- Recommended:
- Dust filter, Lens hood
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
Comments about Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Image Stabilizer USM Autofocus Lens (White Box):
I bought this lense to use as my "walk about lense". I must say it fits the bill nicely.
I am a novice photographer with a Canon 60D using this for landscape shots mostly.
I am amazed at the quality and sharpness of the pictures I take with this lense. I recently visited south Alabama and am extremely pleased with the shots I took. Shady areas were handled very well as were sunny shots. I have asked for advice on my shots and (among others) was told that I need to keep this lense, this comment came from a gentleman with great skill whose opinion I trust. I have used a 17-40 "L" lense with less favorable comments (not to disparage the "L" glass) I also use a 50 prime (1.4) and again have more shots that are acceptable with this lense. I highly recommend this lense and B & H Photo.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear
- Fast
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Hard to focus
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Image Stabilizer USM Autofocus Lens (White Box):
Overall the lens isn't too bad but I was hoping to get a better focus than the lens offers.I like to manually focus but this lens's focusing range is broad which for me is very unwanted. What appears to be focused in the viewfinder or display isn't focused on the finale image (I mean finely focused where I want it to be, it has the capability because I can see other areas on the image sharply focused, it's just not sharp where I want it to be).I'll have to do some testing to find the sweet spot which is an extra step I feel I shouldn't need to make on a lens produced by Canon.I would recommend this lens for folks who aren't into photography but not to an experienced photographer.This is a $[$] lesson learned.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
Cons
- Lens Creep
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Image Stabilizer USM Autofocus Lens (White Box):
Overall great lens for the money
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
Cons
- At this point no negative
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Image Stabilizer USM Autofocus Lens (White Box):
I do a lot of Nature shots and this lens responds very well to my needs. Lately I have been asked to shoot several family gatherings and I am extremely with the results.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Macro Photography
- Night Photography
- Sports/Action
Comments about Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Image Stabilizer USM Autofocus Lens (White Box):
It is a great overall lens.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Image Stabilizer USM Autofocus Lens (White Box):
Novice photographer working to build up a great profilo. Used it to shoot a lot of great pictures including wildlife, events, and still objects. focus is great and great for getting a nice depth of field. While still allowing to have a full frame of focus
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Nice Bokeh
Cons
- Heavy
- Weak Casing
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Macro Photography
- Night Photography
- Video
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Image Stabilizer USM Autofocus Lens (White Box):
I would give this lens 5 stars if it had two things different. One, the f stop. I would love to have this lens in an f-2.8. While it does pretty well in low light, a lower number would give it a little more versatility. THe other is the case construction. It seems like the plastic used to construct the body is a little on the cheap side.
Other then that, the lens takes great pictures. It is my "walk around" lens. Great focal range. At 28mm it does not distort like my 17-50mm lens will. I have used it to do indoor sports pictures, video highschool musical and everyday snap shot. For me it is a must have in by camera bag!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Easily Interchangeable
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Sports/Action
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Image Stabilizer USM Autofocus Lens (White Box):
I use mylens with my Canon EOS-60D and I take greta picture. Thanks
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Image Stabilizer USM Autofocus Lens (White Box):
Used this lens for inside and some outside shots at Christmas.
While I can't say it's as good as some more expensive lens. It's plenty good for my picts.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Video
Comments about Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Image Stabilizer USM Autofocus Lens (White Box):
Can somewhat shoot decent pictures in poorly-lit areas, although I would still recommend a flash.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Easily Interchangeable
- Nice Bokeh
- Rugged
Cons
- Poor in Low Light
- Slow Focus
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Image Stabilizer USM Autofocus Lens (White Box):
I needed a "walking around" lens to fill the gap between my kit and my 70-200 2.8L USM.
I was REALLY going to wait til I had the Cash for the 28-135 2.8 but I always seem to find something else to spend the money on. With my Speedlite 580EX II I am able to overcome the slower glass and saved. With the proper lighting any shot is doable.
I know that when I get a chnce to shoot outdoors with it I will need to take a longer exposure during the golden hours but I'm ok with that...for now.
Eventually, I'll buy the 2.8 but this is a good stepping stone.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Macro Photography
- Night Photography
- Sports/Action
- Video
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Image Stabilizer USM Autofocus Lens (White Box):
I've enjoyed this lense so far. The pictures are very sharp. It is a great all purpose lense. With this lense, I don't have to change out lenses at all during a photo shoot or event.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easily Interchangeable
Cons
- Lens Creep
Best Uses
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Image Stabilizer USM Autofocus Lens (White Box):
Great product for the money. I can see that with time the lens will/can become loose and telescope out while walking, etc. But without $1000 laying around this is a great alternative to give you the range and quality you desire, for a reasonable cost.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
Cons
- Lens Creep
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Image Stabilizer USM Autofocus Lens (White Box):
Love this lens...wish it would have been the first one I purchased.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Macro Photography
- Sports/Action
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Image Stabilizer USM Autofocus Lens (White Box):
I've only used this product for about a month now, but it's an amazing all purpose lens. I'm still up and coming, but shoot sports events, birthday parties, weddings and this lens was awesome for my tight budget. Gets great close up shots, super wide angle lens so you can fit way more in the frame than a standard lens. The telephoto on this is great too! I have no complaints about it thus far.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- People-only use thus far
Comments about Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Image Stabilizer USM Autofocus Lens (White Box):
I have yet to discover any cons in regards to this lens. I have been in love with it from the first. I am a photography student and am new to all of this, but a friend recommended this lens so I got it. It arrived promptly and so I was able to use it for my first real 'photo shoot' and the pictures turned out great. The only other lens I have at present is an 18-55mm so this gave me a better zoom which helped greatly.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
Comments about Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Image Stabilizer USM Autofocus Lens (White Box):
This lens allows for close-ups and lanscape photos, great product!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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