Canon EF 24mm f/2.8 IS USM Lens Review

Canon EF 24mm f/2.8 IS USM Verdict

On paper, this lens has a lot going for it. It's sharp, well built and has image stabilisation to help tame blurring due to quivery hands.

Given the reasonably modest maximum aperture, for a prime lens, the price seems quite steep (for purposes of comparison, Nikon's 24mm f/2.8D costs around £365). Maybe it will come down as supplies of the lens become more readily available? Even if it does, having to pay nearly £50 for a hood to help tame flare leaves a bitter impression.

Canon EF 24mm f/2.8 IS USM Pros

Good build quality
Lightweight
Image Stabilisation
Excellent sharpness
Focuses close

Canon EF 24mm f/2.8 IS USM Cons

Expensive
Susceptible to flare and no hood is supplied as standard
Falloff at maximum aperture

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