Canon EF 28mm f/2.8 : Specifications and Opinions

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Pietro1022

sent on 03 Maggio 2022

Pros: creamy colors used on eos r, plus all those already reported in previous reviews

Cons: focus

Opinion: I own this lens since 1989 I used canon ef-m analog, with it he took in dia memorable photos still amazing today. I rediscovered it with eos r , precise that I use manual focus, my specimen in auto focus works very well but croaks, with it I resumed using cokin filters, for effects that in post are difficult to obtain.

Daniele Micheletto

sent on 06 Aprile 2022

Pros: All-rounder, lightweight, compact, price on the used market, focal length 28mm, f/2.8,

Cons: It is not L series, it is not USM, it is not IS, hood not supplied, on FF it suffers, MAF a little noisy.

Opinion: It still has a lot to say and give despite being around since 1987! Convinced by the offer of my trusted photo-negotiator, I bought this all-rounder lens not so long ago. At the moment I had a couple of weddings and I was very satisfied, so much so that I never took it off during the course of the whole day. On FF it suffers a bit 'sharpness but it is normal. However I like it and promote it and recommend it to everyone. Rating 9/10.

AndreaSai

sent on 29 Marzo 2016

Pros: Excellent performance especially on Aps-c Lightness rather fast and precise AF

Cons: Engine does USM and then a little loud, but not annoying

Opinion: I bought this lens to have a fixed focal length with a better yield than normal zoom. I always used to the satisfaction of Aps-c hassle to make portraits (44mm equivalent focal length.). The excellent aperture (f / 2.8) allows you shooting without flash normally difficult situations (such as in church), perhaps raising the ISO but without loss of quality '. It is here, in my opinion, the fixed focal length gives the best of himself. For portraits is very good yield. The price of the used today makes it attractive and profitable. I recommend it to anyone who wants to get more cheaply.

Frasmo

sent on 26 Maggio 2015

Pros: Light weight, price, yield on APSC

Cons: On any APSC

Opinion: I used 28 to 150 Euros. I needed a fixed focal length of 1.8 to 50 take me back together. I found it comfortable. during the day with good brightness it is perfect. I found him handsome even during the sunsets when the sunlight becomes reddish. Opening 2.8 behaves quite well, f4 from the massimo.rnPerfetto for Street, on APSC becomes a 50mm. At this price it's a bargain. No longer do so, it is only used having no luck.

Dadoleo

sent on 01 Settembre 2014

Pros: Lightness, focal

Cons: dominant colors

Opinion: I use it on APS-C, adding 40 2.8 stm, in light output. It has a quality unexpected, given the age (it's a 1998 model). Suffers, sometimes, a dominant cold that forces to a greater post production work. The AF is precise but not very fast (but better than other objectives, eg. 1.8 50) and fairly noisy. If you Riec to find a used copy, it is a good buy that a quality / price ratio doesn'te to beat for this focal length.

Matteo Pezzi

sent on 25 Dicembre 2012

Pros: Size and weight, made of Aps-c, price

Cons: Focus is not exceptional, made in the corners of full frame

Opinion: I bought this lens because I needed a normal cost effective to mount on my old 450d. I was immediately surprised positively: roughly the same size as fifty f/1.8, quickly became my favorite lens for landscapes and especially street, to be used in hyperfocal - should not be underestimated that being so small it is much easier go unnoticed or at least inspire less awe. Maybe my copy was born, but has a good sharpness already f/2.8. The focus is neither impeccable (often engages the subject), or ultrasound (makes a "buzz" recognizable), but you must always keep in mind that this is a lens for 200 euro, November 2000.rnDa not have a 5D Mk II, and its sensor offers to whip the little 28: the corners you can see a small decrease in sharpness, nothing earth-shattering, but vede.rnIn synthesis: consigliatissima on aps-c, not despicable Full Frame. I I promote.

Giusppe

sent on 11 Novembre 2012

Pros: light, compatatto, attractive price

Cons: AF noisy, rack of MAF a little soft.

Opinion: On a aps-c corresponds to a 44 mm f/2.8, I got it used about 80 euro.rnIl spending his ideal use? in situations where size and weight must not exceed a certain limit. (mountains, hiking, etc.) rnTuttavia I noticed a very noisy AF some forum friends call him a (mancinacaffe) rnHo noticed that it has a good sharpness rnrnottimo for budget limitiato ex who vule keep in a camera kit lens / 28mm wide angle f/2.8rnrnquoto Fabio1951: Today Canon has introduced an updated version is equipped with stabilizer, we'll also vedere.rnrnovviamente USM but also soaring costs.

Fabio1951

sent on 11 Febbraio 2012

Pros: compactness, light weight and price

Cons: optical quality is not outstanding, especially on full size

Opinion: I sold this context, that I bought used, after a few weeks of use. If the APS-C, where it is equivalent to a normal a little 'off, he's doing yet, on the edges of full size they seemed too soft. The 35mm f: 2 Canon, but also cheap, it's an entirely different pasta and literally "eat" this modest lens is not worth more than his money. Today, Canon has introduced an updated version is equipped with stabilizer, we'll see.

Nordend4612

sent on 21 Gennaio 2012

Pros: Light, bright, sharp enough, good color rendering, price.

Cons: A bit soft at room temperature, ring MAF not great (but of fifty is much worse!).

Opinion: I got this lens because bright and lightweight and good to take trips to the mountains in the more demanding ones, combined with a entry-level SLR fact allows to reduce the weight while being able to have a good 44 mm f2, 8 equivalent. I've never tried it on FF but reduced the sensor behaves very well, the sharpness is very good, while still remaining a little softer wide open, just close one stop to recover sharpness. The colors are well managed, does not introduce dominant. Compared to the other lens in my possession, the Canon EF 17-40mm L, it is more clear, however, being the lightest 28mm often prefer to take the drive that guarantees me still a good image quality. The ring of MAF is not great but the right grip and allows for precise manual focus. Given the affordable price I would recommend this to anyone who wants a wide angle lens valid light and light to carry anywhere without breaking the bank.