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Canon EF 24-105mm f/4 L IS USM : Specifications and Opinions

The Canon EF 24-105mm f/4 L IS USM is a standard lens for FF and APS-C, manufactured from 2005 to 2016 (discontinued). The focus is done by Ultrasonic AF Motor (Ring-USM), it has image stabilization. The list price, when it was announced (2005) was 728 €;

494 users have given it an average vote of 9.0 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.

Specifications
Focal lenght	24-105 mm
Angle of view	84.1 - 23.3°
Format	FF, APS-C
Max. aperture	f/4
Aperture blades	8
Lenses/Groups	18 elements in 13 groups
Min. focus distance	0.45 meters
Reproduction ratio	0.23x
Features
Zoom type	Ring, external
Stabilization	Yes (built in lens)
Focus	Ultrasonic AF Motor (Ring-USM)
Internal Focus	Yes
Built and notes
Tripod ring	No
Extenders	No
Filters	77 mm
Lens hood	Yes, supplied
Weather sealing	Yes
Weight	670 g
Dimensions	84 x 107 mm
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Momentbelichter

sent on June 08, 2013

Pros: Image quality, zoom range, good colours, stabilizer, strong L-series version, sharpness, autofocus

Cons: "Only" F4

Opinion: It is in use as my standard zoom lense, very good working with APS-C and also FF. Best sharpness results with a aperture range between f5.6 and f8. The lense is my first choice for travel. In my opinion there must be more aperture possible than F4. My proposal for a new version of the lense would be F2.8 At the moment I don't see a better lense of Canon for this zoom range. Only the EF 24-70 2.8 L USM II is interesting, but it costs more than double of the price of the 24-105.

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Tnekralc

sent on November 12, 2025

Pros: Construction, performance, focal range, solidity, quality/price ratio

Cons: Purple fringing, otherwise it's a lens made with some small compromises

Opinion: Purchased over twelve years ago, it was the first L series in my possession, paid at a truly attractive price. Used in several shootings and in many disparate situations, it has always shown itself to be up to the task without failure, only recently I happened to have, on a single occasion, the rubber coating of the zoom slightly loose, on a very hot day, however then with normal temperatures it resumed its usual functionality. For the rest, more than decent performance, sharpness and colors more than appreciable for a zoom with these characteristics, effective autofocus, not excessive weight, the only evidence of a certain importance a fairly marked purple fringing. The lightness expands its versatility, currently I use it much less frequently than in the past, however it is always a valid solution for uses where a comfortable but qualitative lens is needed.

Ivan Carletta

sent on December 25, 2024

Pros: Focal length, construction. Versatility. Very inviting price to date

Cons: Zoom that loosens, very soft on focal lengths from 70 upwards, uncomfortable combined with an ML with adapter due to weight and imbalance.

Opinion: Quality all-rounder from Canon. Purchased as an all-rounder and mounted on an RP. The first impression was immediately the imbalance between body and lens but compensated by the excellent quality and beautiful colors given by this lens even if used for portraits with focal lengths higher than 70 it returned soft and not incisive images but still very beautiful with a very pleasant blur. Combined with an R6mk2 the quality is improved. Over time the zoom tends to loosen and no longer allowed me to take long exposure shots on a tripod with an upward or downward angle. It is certainly an optic that gives its best combined with a reflex. Recommended with adapter for ML if your budget does not allow for a relative RF optics.

Alessandro_Gennari

sent on October 03, 2023

Pros: versatility

Cons: a bit soft at TA

Opinion: I bought it as a "forklift" because my 24-70 2.8 saw fit to hang me at the beginning of August and with imminent work to do. Of course he does not have the magic of his little brother, but he still passed the sports hall test well and saved me a job that otherwise I would not have been able to do. Now that I have fixed the 24-70 I keep it as a handyman lens for when I go for walks in the city or picnics with friends and I still want to take some "easy" photos. Also because it is light, versatile and with a good focal range, perfect in short, not to load your shoulders with too much weight when you go on a trip. A bit soft at TA, the photos seem almost "kneaded". But overall widely promoted

Fabio Carissimi

sent on March 29, 2023

Pros: All-rounder, sharpness, colors, AF, construction.

Cons: Barrel does not lock.

Opinion: My first L series! The greater range of focal lengths covered and the price difference compared to the 24-70 made me choose it. It is an incredible all-rounder, a real guarantee when you want to play it safe and take home the service, it also has excellent colors, good bokeh, is sharp and has excellent stabilization; If they have sold them to wagons there will be a reason. On FF at 24mm it has a slight distortion but nothing dramatic, absolutely recoverable. It is an f4, so a bit dark, it does not have the magic of 24-70 but covers many more focal lengths, a feature that makes it irreplaceable. For me it remains a great companion of adventures! Rated 9 full.

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