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Canon EF 16-35mm F4L IS USM

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Canon EF 16-35mm F4L IS USM

Focal length
16–35 mm
Aperture
f/4
Weight
615 g
Filter diameter
77 mm
Min. focus distance
28 cm
Length
113 mm
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At a Glance

This ultra-wide zoom for full-frame Canon EF covers 16-35 mm at a constant f/4. It has an optical image stabilizer that permits longer handheld shutter times. The wide field of view suits landscapes, architecture and interiors. The minimum focus distance is 28 cm and the weight is 615 g.

Good for

  • Landscape
  • Architecture
  • Interiors

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Technical Specifications

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Min. focal length
16 mm
Max. focal length
35 mm
Max. aperture (min. zoom)
f/4
Max. aperture (max. zoom)
f/4
Min. aperture
f/22
Elements
16
Groups
12
Weight
615 g (1.36 lb)
Filter diameter
77 mm
Min. focus distance
28 cm (11.02 in)
Max. magnification
1:4.3 (0.23×)
Length
113 mm (4.45 in)
Diameter
83 mm (3.27 in)
Released
June 2014

Manufacturer data: global.canon

Last checked: October 13, 2026 (against the manufacturer data) · How we check

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Compare with other lenses

Which cameras does the Canon EF 16-35mm F4L IS USM fit?

The Canon EF 16-35mm F4L IS USM is a full-frame lens for Canon EF cameras. On full-frame bodies it uses the whole sensor; on APS-C Canon EF cameras its field of view equals 26-56 mm in full-frame terms.

Canon EF cameras

Full frame:
Canon EOS-1D X Mark III,Canon EOS 6D Mark II,Canon EOS-1D X Mark II,Canon EOS 5D Mark IV,Canon EOS 5Ds,Canon EOS 5Ds R,Canon EOS 5D Mark III,Canon EOS 6D,Canon EOS-1D C,Canon EOS-1D X,Canon EOS 5D Mark II
APS-C:
Canon EOS 850D (Rebel T8i),Canon EOS 90D,Canon EOS 250D (Rebel SL3),Canon EOS 4000D (3000D, Rebel T100),Canon EOS 2000D (1500D, Rebel T7),Canon EOS 800D (Rebel T7i),Canon EOS 77D,Canon EOS 200D (Rebel SL2),Canon EOS 80D,Canon EOS 1300D (Rebel T6),Canon EOS 750D (Rebel T6i),Canon EOS 760D (Rebel T6s),Canon EOS 7D Mark II,Canon EOS 1200D (Rebel T5),Canon EOS 70D,Canon EOS 700D (Rebel T5i),Canon EOS 100D (Rebel SL1),Canon EOS 650D (Rebel T4i),Canon EOS 60Da,Canon EOS 600D (Rebel T3i),Canon EOS 1100D (Rebel T3),Canon EOS 550D (Rebel T2i),Canon EOS 60D,Canon EOS 7D,Canon EOS 500D (Rebel T1i),Canon EOS 50D,Canon EOS 450D (Rebel XSi),Canon EOS 1000D (Rebel XS)

With the Canon Mount Adapter EF-EOS R the lens can also be used on Canon RF cameras.

With the Canon Mount Adapter EF-EOS M the lens can also be used on Canon EF-M cameras.

Canon EF 16-35mm F4L IS USM compared

Key specs side by side with the most similar Canon EF lenses.

LensCanon EF 16-35mm F4L IS USMTokina AT-X 17-35mm f/4 Pro FXCanon EF 16-35mm F2.8L II USMCanon EF 16-35mm F2.8L USM
Focal length16-35 mm17-35 mm16-35 mm16-35 mm
Max. aperturef/4f/4f/2.8f/2.8
Weight615 g600 g640 g600 g
Filter diameter77 mm82 mm82 mm77 mm
Min. focus distance28 cm28 cm28 cm28 cm
Length113 mm94 mm111.6 mm103 mm
Autofocusyesyesyesyes
Image stabilizationyesnonono
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Canon EF 16-35mm F4L IS USM: FAQ

Does the Canon EF 16-35mm F4L IS USM have autofocus?

Yes, the Canon EF 16-35mm F4L IS USM has autofocus.

Does the Canon EF 16-35mm F4L IS USM have image stabilization?

Yes, the Canon EF 16-35mm F4L IS USM has optical image stabilization.

How much does the Canon EF 16-35mm F4L IS USM weigh?

The Canon EF 16-35mm F4L IS USM weighs 615 g. It is 113 mm long with a diameter of 83 mm.

What filter size does the Canon EF 16-35mm F4L IS USM use?

The Canon EF 16-35mm F4L IS USM takes 77 mm screw-in filters.

How close can the Canon EF 16-35mm F4L IS USM focus?

The minimum focus distance of the Canon EF 16-35mm F4L IS USM is 28 cm, measured from the sensor plane.

Is the Canon EF 16-35mm F4L IS USM a full-frame lens?

Yes, the Canon EF 16-35mm F4L IS USM covers full frame. On APS-C cameras its field of view equals 26-56 mm in full-frame terms.

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