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The Canon EF 17-40mm f/4.0 L USM is a wide-angle lens for FF and APS-C, manufactured from 2003 to 2022 (discontinued). The focus is done by Ultrasonic AF Motor (Ring-USM), it does not have image stabilization. The average price, when it has been added to the JuzaPhoto database, is 999 €;
357 users have given it an average vote of 9.1 out of 10.
MOUNT
This lens is available with the following mounts:
Canon EF: this lens is compatible with reflex fullframe and APS-C Canon EF.
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Pros: Solid, tropical conditions and resistance to flare, wide on FF, great 24-70 on crop, price
Cons: nothing, on APSC. FF on the corners to maximum apertures are bit soft
Opinion: Good L-series I was very happy with the sharpness . A lens that is really good for a landscape. Construction and color rendering at the top, the colors are very loyal and does not enter the lens dominant. I use it with a b + w 10 stop and I was never disappointed. E 'on 400 euro and it is, in my opinion, a good quality for your pictures. As mentioned above, with the crop APSC is uan has made remarkable throughout the frame, which becomes sublime between f 9-11 (values ??almost stringent for a landscape). Everything lies in the use that he wants to do. Ultimately, I would never change this lens, absolutely.
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Pros:Unbeatable current quality/price, L-series construction, L-series colours
Cons:In relation to the price I would say none
Opinion:The 17-40 to date is probably the most affordable Canon wide-angle for full frame for those who want to do landscape without spending a fortune. The construction is impeccable (even better than today's), it has excellent sharpness (especially closing a little and on sensors that are not too dense). The colors it gives are fantastic, the autofocus is perfect. Simply a must buy, I replaced it with the 16-35 f4 because of the stabilizer and the superior sharpness already at TA, but I can assure you that the 17-40 is still a great lens today. Last consideration goes to its incredible backlight hold, it is almost impossible to have flare even with full sun in the frame.
Opinion:In 2024 it represents the best quality/price compromise for those who want a wide-angle on FF. Purchased practically new for less than € 250, it is certainly not the best Canon wide angle, but it has the build quality of the L series, representing a good compromise for those who, like me, do not live from photography, but still want valid lenses. As already pointed out by others, you need to close a little to get a good sharpness and the lens hood is definitely bulky, but if you are looking for a lens for landscapes (perhaps using a tripod) without having to break the bank, the 17-40 L is a must have.
Opinion:Bought for less than 300€. I use it on 5d II with full satisfaction. Great for landscapes from f8 and up. It has also been tested in some event/party and is very versatile. Certainly being F4 do not expect an exceptional detachment of the subject from the background (even at 40mm). For those like me who switch from a normal wide-angle to an L-series zoom, the difference is noticeable above all in the colors.
Cons:Honestly I don't know, especially for the price at which it is now!
Opinion:Optics that made me fall in love! I use it on my Canon r6 via adapter and the AF is very fast. On the sharpness side I can't complain, I have never made 100% enlargements but rated the photo for how it is in full screen. Very light and zoom excursion takes place inside the lens, purchased for 330€ I wouldn't know which side to attach it to. He does his very well (personal grade 9/10)
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