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Expanded Specifications Canon EF-S 17-55mm f2.8 IS USM Lens
Image size
APS-C
35mm film equivalent focal length
27-88
Angle of view (horzntl, vertl, diagnl)
48º - 15º 40',
68º 40' - 23º 20',
78º 30' - 27º 50'
Lens construction (elements/groups)
19/12
No. of diaphragm blades
7
Minimum aperture
22
Closest focusing distance (m)
0.35
Maximum magnification (x)
0.17 (at 55mm)
Distance information
Yes
Image stabilizer
3-stops
AF actuator
Ring USM¹
Filter diameter (mm)
77
Max. diameter x length (mm)
83.5 x 110.6
Weight (g)
645
Magnification - Extension Tube EF12 II
0.45-0.23¹
Magnification - Extension Tube EF25 II
1.71-0.51
Lens Cap
E-77U / E-77II
Lens hood
EW-83J
Soft case
LP1219
G.F.HOLDER IV (HOOD IV*)
Extenders EF1.4x II and EF2x II
Extenders EF1.4x II and EF2x II
Not compatible
Footnote
¹ Mechanical full-time manual focusing built-in
¹ Only compatible at tele
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