The lens embodies Canon's highest standards of L-series optics, build quality, reliability & operability. A robust construction
Includes:: dust & moisture resistant seals to protect against harsh weather conditions. A fast f/2.8 aperture delivers impressive low light performance & depth-of-field control. The aperture is fixed over the full focal range, allowing photographers to maintain a constant fast shutter speed when zooming. A ring USM (Ultrasonic Motor) drives extremely rapid auto focus with near-silent operation. Full time mechanical manual focus override is available without having to switch out of AF. The lens offers a minimum focusing distance of 0.28m throughout the zoom range. The EF 16-35mm f/2.8L II USM incorporates three aspherical elements to ensure corner-to-corner sharpness & clarity throughout the focal range. Two UD (Ultra Low Dispersion) elements virtually eliminate chromatic aberrations. Super Spectra lens coatings suppress flare & ghosting
- more prone to occur with digital cameras due to reflection off the image sensor. Coatings also help maintain accurate color balance & high contrast. The lens passes distance information back to the camera's E-TTL II flash system for consistently accurate flash metering. The EF 16-35mm f/2.8L II USM lens comes supplied with a lens hood & soft case.