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Canon EF 28mm f/1.8 USM

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Canon EF 28mm f/1.8 USM

Focal length
28 mm
Aperture
f/1.8
Weight
310 g
Filter diameter
58 mm
Min. focus distance
25 cm
Length
55.6 mm
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At a Glance

The Canon EF 28mm f/1.8 USM is a wide-angle prime for Canon EF full-frame cameras. Its f/1.8 maximum aperture allows shorter shutter times in dim light and a shallow depth of field. It focuses as close as 25 cm. It suits landscape, reportage and night sky photography.

Good for

  • Landscape
  • Reportage
  • Night sky

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Technical Specifications

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Min. focal length
28 mm
Max. focal length
28 mm
Max. aperture (min. zoom)
f/1.8
Max. aperture (max. zoom)
f/1.8
Min. aperture
f/22
Elements
10
Groups
9
Weight
310 g (0.68 lb)
Filter diameter
58 mm
Min. focus distance
25 cm (9.84 in)
Max. magnification
1:5.6 (0.18×)
Length
55.6 mm (2.19 in)
Diameter
73.6 mm (2.9 in)
Released
September 1995

Manufacturer data: global.canon, canon-europe.com

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

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Which cameras does the Canon EF 28mm f/1.8 USM fit?

The Canon EF 28mm f/1.8 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 45 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 28mm f/1.8 USM compared

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

LensCanon EF 28mm f/1.8 USMSigma 28mm F1.8 EX DG Aspherical MacroSigma 28mm F1.4 DG HSM ArtCanon EF 28mm f/2.8
Focal length28 mm28 mm28 mm28 mm
Max. aperturef/1.8f/1.8f/1.4f/2.8
Weight310 g500 g865 g185 g
Filter diameter58 mm77 mm77 mm52 mm
Min. focus distance25 cm20 cm28 cm30 cm
Length55.6 mm82.5 mm108 mm43 mm
Autofocusyesyesyesyes
Image stabilizationnononono
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Canon EF 28mm f/1.8 USM: FAQ

Does the Canon EF 28mm f/1.8 USM have autofocus?

Yes, the Canon EF 28mm f/1.8 USM has autofocus.

Does the Canon EF 28mm f/1.8 USM have image stabilization?

No, the Canon EF 28mm f/1.8 USM has no stabilization of its own. On cameras with in-body image stabilization (IBIS) the image is still stabilized.

How much does the Canon EF 28mm f/1.8 USM weigh?

The Canon EF 28mm f/1.8 USM weighs 310 g. It is 55.6 mm long with a diameter of 73.6 mm.

What filter size does the Canon EF 28mm f/1.8 USM use?

The Canon EF 28mm f/1.8 USM takes 58 mm screw-in filters.

How close can the Canon EF 28mm f/1.8 USM focus?

The minimum focus distance of the Canon EF 28mm f/1.8 USM is 25 cm, measured from the sensor plane.

Is the Canon EF 28mm f/1.8 USM a full-frame lens?

Yes, the Canon EF 28mm f/1.8 USM covers full frame. On APS-C cameras its field of view equals 45 mm in full-frame terms.

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