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Canon EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM Zoom Lens

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Pros

  • Sharp focus (259)
  • Durable (244)
  • Quality construction (226)
  • Consistent output (193)
  • Rugged (143)
  • Easily interchangeable (132)
  • Fast focus (99)
  • Lightweight (67)
  • Easy to use (44)
  • Easy to clean (38)
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Cons

  • Heavy (84)
  • Lens creep (9)
  • Bulky (7)
  • Pricey (7)
  • Slow focus (3)
  • Blurry focus (2)
  • A little heavier (1)
  • Aperture stops at f22 (1)
  • Awfull 24mm distortion (1)

Best Uses

  • General purpose (269)
  • Portraits (140)
  • Landscapes (96)
  • Upgrade (62)
  • Travel (56)
  • Wildlife (51)
  • Sports/action (49)
  • Everyday (46)
  • Night photography (45)
  • Home (17)
 
 
 

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Canon EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM Zoom Lens

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Last update: Nov 2, 2009

Canon EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM Zoom Lens Reviews

 
 
 

Most helpful positive review

[4 of 4 customers found this review helpful]

Most helpful negative review

[9 of 10 customers found this review helpful]

 
★★★★★
5.0
Awesome lens

"I have been extremely pleased with this lens. It allows me to take pictures I didn't dream I could get. The image stabilzation is lightning fast and quiet. I can't tell it is doing anything, unless I turn it off and take the picture again only to see the horrid results from my shakey hands! It just works well, and even if you are in a rush and just stab the button you'll still get a good shot because this lens, ..." Read Full Review »

Mar 06, 2007 by ronmart

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★★☆☆☆
2.0
Not good enough...

"I wanted an L series lens to use with my Canon 50D, and thought that this focal length range would be a good fit. I was a little concerned about this lens based upon an increasing number of reviews that mentioned soft focus and poor quality control by Canon, but I had owned other L series lenses and was satisfied, and there were many positive reviews about the 24-105 lens as well, so I took the plunge. From th..." Read Full Review »

Apr 06, 2009 by Steve

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[4 of 4 customers found this review helpful]

Canon EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM Zoom Lens Review

Awesome lens

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Easily Accessible Controls
  • Easily Mounted
  • Strong Construction

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Fun
  • Macro
  • Nature
  • Photojournalism
  • Travel
 

"I have been extremely pleased with this lens. It allows me to take pictures I didn't dream I could get. The image stabilzation is lightning fast and quiet. I can't tell it is doing anything, unless I turn it off and take the picture again only to see the horrid results from my shakey hands! It just …"  Read Full Review »

  • Made with Product

  • Made with Product
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Mar 6 2007
ronmart
Sammamish, WA
I am:
  • Hobbyist/Enthusiast
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Price: $1,099.95
 
 

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Canon EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM Zoom Lens Review

Gorgeous, Sharp Images

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Consistent Output
  • Fast Recycling
  • Quiet
  • Sharp Focus

    Cons

  • Occasional "errors"

    Best Uses

  • General Use
  • Portraits
  • Weddings
 

"This is a gorgeous general purpose lens that gives sharp, crisp images. I especially love the way it shoots headshots and 3/4's. The best lens I've found for people, but also shoots closeup details and gorgeous outdoor landscapes really well. Love the range of this lens. I have occasionally shot ent …"  Read Full Review »

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Engagement shoot using Canon's 24-105 f/4L IS lens

Engagement shoot using Canon's 24-105 f/4L IS lens
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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jul 10 2007
The Running Photographer
Atlanta, GA
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  • Professional
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Price: $1,099.95
 
 

[17 of 17 customers found this review helpful]

Canon EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM Zoom Lens Review

My Favorite Lens

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Consistent Output
  • Durable
  • Easily Interchangeable
  • Image stabilization
  • Rugged
  • More »

    Cons

  • Barrel distortion 24mm
  • Heavy
  • Lens Creep
  • Pincushion at 105mm
  • Vignetting on full frame

    Best Uses

  • Everyday use
  • General Use
  • Photojournalism
  • Portraits
 

"I have used this lens since it was first introduced late 2005. I have used it for much editorial work (both magazines and newspapers including a magazine cover). It is an incredible, versatile lens. I have used it almost exclusively for a two year book project shooting on Florida beaches. It is buil …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Aug 11 2008
Craig
Tampa Bay Florida
I am:
  • Professional
Reviewed at:
Price: $1,199.00
 

[3 of 4 customers found this review helpful]

Canon EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM Zoom Lens Review

It's an Investment/ not an expence

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Consistent Output
  • Durable
  • Easily Interchangeable
  • Easy To Clean
  • Fast autofocus
  • More »

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • General Use
  • Portraits
  • Upgrade
  • Wildlife
 

"This lens is amazing, I rented one before buying,

after a weekend couldn't wait to click the mouse

on buy now. I really wondered if the price was worth it, the price is worth ever penny if you take photography serious. The quality and speed

are amazing,it takes your photography to a new level. I …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Sep 4 2008
Printman
Salt Lake City, Utah
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  • Semi-Professional
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Price: $1,099.95
 
 

[8 of 8 customers found this review helpful]

Canon EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM Zoom Lens Review

Delighted

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Accurate Color
  • IS
  • Low distortion
  • Very Sharp
  • Wide zoom range

    Cons

  • NONE

    Best Uses

  • General Use
  • Upgrade
 

"I have loved using Canon prime lenses due to the sharp focus, low distortion and true color. The lens swapping finally got old, but I didn't really want to give up the good qualities of the primes. After mulling my options for months, I purchased this lens and am delighted.



The colors are excel …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Apr 29 2008
Spike
Huntsville, Alabama
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  • Hobbyist/Enthusiast
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Price: $1,199.00
 
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