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Review on πŸ” Canon EOS SLR Cameras EF 24-105mm f/4 L IS USM Lens - Bulk Packaging (White Box) by Eh Wah Paw ᠌

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Good product for me, I was satisfied with the price.

It makes sense to buy this lens for full-frame shooters, or for those who plan to switch to it soon. For those who stop at the crop, there is an excellent 17-55 / 2.8 IS lens. Both 24-xx L-zooms lose their wide angle on the crop, which makes them unsuitable for β€œregular” use. 24-105 makes sense to compare only with 24-70, as it is the closest to it in class and price. It is not worth comparing it with budget zooms like 28-135, this is a technique of a different class, therefore, in the pros and cons, the properties are indicated relative to 24-70. Both lenses have their pros and cons, however, these reportage lenses are approximately the same level, and even comparing them head-on, it is not easy to distinguish the high-quality images obtained from them. The 24-105 is great as a general purpose travel zoom. Where you can take only one lens, 24-105 is appropriate, which is why Canon is trying to sell it in a whale with 5D / 5D II. The presence of a stabilizer and especially a segment of 70-105 really helps. For those who need a high aperture ratio, the choice is also obvious - this is 24-70. A stabilizer does not replace aperture, and aperture does not replace a stabilizer, so it is important to understand your needs and make the right choice.

Pros
  • Universal reportage lens, covers 3/4 of all focal lengths of the average amateur photographer. An optical stabilizer that really helps. Reasonable size and weight (compared to 24-70). Constant aperture, at f / 4 quite sharp in the center at all focal lengths. At 24mm it's sharp enough across the field already at f/4 (noticeably sharper than 24-70 at f/4). No backlash in the extended trunk compared to 24-70. Dust and moisture protection, reliable design, however, given the price and positioning of this prof. the lens cannot be otherwise.
Cons
  • Noticeable 24mm barrel. Distortion is noticeably higher than that of 24-70. Sharpness is rather weak at short focusing distances, although the word Macro is present on the lens. Almost useless lens hood (included). The petal hood is worn on the trunk and is therefore only effective at 24 mm. As the lens turns into a telephoto, the efficiency is close to zero, it will not even protect the front lens from fingers. At 24-70, the hood is effective on all FRs, although its size with the hood on puts people around in a panic, which often limits its use. At FR 35-70 mm, sharpness is inferior to 24-70