Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM

Canon EF-S, APS-C / DX
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Product details

The EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM features a constant aperture of f/2.8 throughout the entire focal length range and integrated image stabilization, making it a versatile choice even in low light conditions.

  • Wide-angle zoom lens for EOS cameras with EF-S mount
  • Large aperture of f/2.8 across the entire focal length range
  • Integrated image stabilization
  • Fast, quiet autofocus
  • Super Spectra coating
  • Circular aperture for pleasing bokeh
  • Transfer of distance information to the camera's E-TTL II flash control
  • Optional lens hood available.

Key specifications

Sensor compatibility
APS-C / DX
Weight
645 g
Focus type
Autofocus, Manual focus
Lens type
Normal Lens, Wide angle lens, Zoom
Bayonet lens mount
Canon EF-S
Focal length
17 - 55 mm
Item number
433617

General information

Manufacturer
Canon
Category
Lenses
Manufacturer no.
1242B005
Release date
15.4.2012
External links
Specifications (en), Specifications (en)

Colour

Colour
Black

Focusing

Minimum focus distance
0.35 m

Camera lens properties

Lens type
Normal Lens, Wide angle lens, Zoom
Bayonet lens mount
Canon EF-S
Aperture
2.80 
Min. aperture
2.80 
Min. focal length (exact)
17 mm
Max. Focal length (exact)
55 mm
Focal length
17 - 55 mm
Sensor compatibility
APS-C / DX
Number of diaphragm blades
7 x
Filter thread
77 mm
Number of lenses
19
Number of lens groups
12
Lens equipment
Fixed front lens, Image stabilisation, Internal focusing, Metal bayonet, Zoom function
Optical zoom
3.20 x
Focus type
Autofocus, Manual focus
Image stabilisation method
Optical

Objective 2 properties

Min. aperture opening
f/2.8
Max. aperture
f/2.8
Aperture
f/2.8
Min. focal length (exact)
0.03 m
Max. Focal length (exact)
0.06 m
Filter thread
0.08 m
Lens equipment
Image stabilisation

Origin

Country of origin
Japan

Sustainability

Manufacturer commitment
SBTi

Voluntary climate contribution

CO₂-Emission
Climate contribution

Product dimensions

Weight
645 g
Length
110.60 mm
Diameter
83.50 mm

Package dimensions

Length
19.50 cm
Width
13.50 cm
Height
13.50 cm
Weight
858 g

30-day right of return
24 Months Warranty (Bring-in)

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Warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «Lenses» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Digitec Galaxus
  • 1.Canon
    0.3 %
  • 2.Nikon
    0.4 %
  • 2.Sony
    0.4 %
  • 4.OM System
    0.5 %
  • 4.Panasonic
    0.5 %

Warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

Source: Digitec Galaxus
  • 4.Sony
    7 days
  • 5.Nikon
    9 days
  • 6.Fujifilm
    13 days
  • 7.Tamron
    16 days
  • 8.Canon
    20 days

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «Lenses» category returned?

Source: Digitec Galaxus
  • 1.Olympus
    3.9 %
  • 2.Canon
    5.1 %
  • 3.Fujifilm
    5.2 %
  • 4.Nikon
    5.5 %
  • 5.Sony
    5.6 %
Source: Digitec Galaxus

Overall ratingVery good88/100
Very good86/100
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DigitalPhotoSingle testReleaseJune 2011

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