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Canon 28-105mm f/3.5-4.5 Macro USM EF Mount Lens {58}

Model #212457
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Canon's 28-105mm f/3.5-4.5 II USM: the walk-around EF standard.

The 28-105mm focal range covers wide-angle environmental work at 28mm and reaches a useful 105mm for compressed portraits and tighter subject isolation. That span makes it a single-lens solution for most shooting days. The f/3.5-4.5 maximum aperture holds up well in decent light, and the USM autofocus motor gives you quick, quiet acquisition without the mechanical whine that plagues older screw-drive lenses.

The macro capability means you can work closer than a typical kit zoom allows, which opens up detail shots of flowers, products, or textures without swapping glass. The 58mm filter thread is a common size, so polarizers and ND filters you already own will likely fit without an adapter ring. Full-frame compatibility means this lens reads the entire image circle on any Canon EOS body, film or digital.

Adapters to Canon RF, Sony E, Nikon Z, Fuji X, and L-Mount systems mean this lens stays in play even if you've moved away from a native EF body. For what it does across that focal range, the value is hard to argue with.

Who It's For

Travel photographers who want to carry one lens across a full day will appreciate the 28-105mm spread without bag-juggling. Film shooters running Canon EOS bodies get a native, full-frame-covering workhorse with fast USM focus. Studio and product photographers can use the macro function for detail work without reaching for dedicated macro glass. Mirrorless converts on Sony E or Canon RF systems who already own EF glass can adapt this lens and keep it active in their kit.

Key Features

  • 28-105mm focal range covers wide environmental to compressed portrait work
  • USM autofocus delivers quick, quiet focusing without mechanical noise
  • Macro capability for close-up detail work on flowers, products, textures
  • 58mm filter thread fits common polarizers and ND filters without adapters
  • Full-frame EF mount compatibility with Canon film and digital bodies
  • Adaptable to Canon RF, Sony E, Nikon Z, Fuji X, L-Mount systems

FAQ

What focal range does this lens cover?
28-105mm, spanning wide-angle environmental shots to 105mm compression for portraits and subject isolation on a single lens.
How fast is the autofocus?
USM (ultrasonic motor) autofocus is quick and quiet, without the mechanical whine of older screw-drive Canon lenses.
Can I use this lens for close-up work?
Yes. Macro capability lets you work closer than typical kit zooms, useful for flowers, products, and texture detail without lens swaps.
What filter size does this lens take?
58mm. That's a common thread size, so existing polarizers and ND filters likely fit without an adapter ring.
Will this work on full-frame Canon bodies?
Yes. Full-frame EF mount compatibility means the entire image circle works on any Canon EOS film or digital body.
Can I adapt this to other camera systems?
Adapters exist for Canon RF, Sony E, Nikon Z, Fuji X, and L-Mount systems, keeping the lens usable if you've switched systems.
What's the maximum aperture?
f/3.5 at 28mm, widening to f/4.5 by 105mm-adequate in decent light for a standard zoom.
SpecificationValue
Focal Length28-105mm
Max Aperturef/3.5-4.5
MountCanon EF
Filter Thread58 mm

This description was generated using AI based on KEH's internal product standards, product expertise, and knowing what customers care about most. While we strive for accuracy, details may vary by individual item.

Brand Name Canon
Filter Size 58mm
Focus Type Autofocus (lens motor)
Lens Mount Canon EF
Lens Type Wide-Angle, Standard / Normal
Max Focal Length 105mm
Min Focal Length 28mm