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Overview

A better quality zoom for EF-S cameras, and better built than the older basic 17-55 zooms. USM focus works well.

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Lens specifications

Focal Length & Maximum Aperture 17 - 85mm; 1:4-5.6
Lens Construction 17 elements in 12 groups
Diagonal Angle of View 78° 30' - 18° 25'
Focus Adjustment Inner focusing system, with focusing cam
Closest Focusing Distance 0.35m - 1.15 ft.
Zoom System Ring USM
Filter Size 67mm
Max. Diameter x Length, Weight 3.1" x 3.6", 16.8 oz. / 78.5 x 92mm, 475g

EF-S 17-85mm f/4-5.6 IS USM standard zoom lens block diagram

EF-S 17-85mm f/4-5.6 IS USM reviews and articles

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Sample images

None available at present.

Product launch

No information available on the launch of this 2004 lens.
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