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Canon EF 35mm F2 IS USM

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Canon EF 35mm F2 IS USM

Focal length
35 mm
Aperture
f/2
Weight
335 g
Filter diameter
67 mm
Min. focus distance
24 cm
Length
63 mm
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At a Glance

With 35 mm, an f/2 aperture and an optical stabilizer, this prime for Canon EF full frame works well in dim light, where the stabilizer permits longer handheld shutter times. It focuses as close as 24 cm, reaching a magnification of 1:4.17 (0.24x), and weighs 335 g. It suits street photography, reportage and everyday use.

Good for

  • Street
  • Reportage
  • Everyday

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Technical Specifications

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Min. focal length
35 mm
Max. focal length
35 mm
Max. aperture (min. zoom)
f/2
Max. aperture (max. zoom)
f/2
Min. aperture
f/22
Elements
10
Groups
8
Weight
335 g (0.74 lb)
Filter diameter
67 mm
Min. focus distance
24 cm (9.45 in)
Max. magnification
1:4.2 (0.24×)
Length
63 mm (2.48 in)
Diameter
78 mm (3.07 in)
Released
December 2012

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 35mm F2 IS USM fit?

The Canon EF 35mm F2 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 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 35mm F2 IS USM compared

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

LensCanon EF 35mm F2 IS USMCanon EF 35mm F2.0Tamron SP 35mm F1.8 Di VC USDVenus Laowa Acris 35mm F2.8 1X Macro APO
Focal length35 mm35 mm35 mm35 mm
Max. aperturef/2f/2f/1.8f/2.8
Weight335 g210 g480 g530 g
Filter diameter67 mm52 mm67 mm72 mm
Min. focus distance24 cm25 cm20 cm18 cm
Length63 mm43 mm80.8 mm–
Autofocusyesyesyesyes
Image stabilizationyesnoyesno
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Canon EF 35mm F2 IS USM: FAQ

Does the Canon EF 35mm F2 IS USM have autofocus?

Yes, the Canon EF 35mm F2 IS USM has autofocus.

Does the Canon EF 35mm F2 IS USM have image stabilization?

Yes, the Canon EF 35mm F2 IS USM has optical image stabilization.

How much does the Canon EF 35mm F2 IS USM weigh?

The Canon EF 35mm F2 IS USM weighs 335 g. It is 63 mm long with a diameter of 78 mm.

What filter size does the Canon EF 35mm F2 IS USM use?

The Canon EF 35mm F2 IS USM takes 67 mm screw-in filters.

How close can the Canon EF 35mm F2 IS USM focus?

The minimum focus distance of the Canon EF 35mm F2 IS USM is 24 cm, measured from the sensor plane.

Is the Canon EF 35mm F2 IS USM a full-frame lens?

Yes, the Canon EF 35mm F2 IS USM covers full frame. On APS-C cameras its field of view equals 56 mm in full-frame terms.

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