Introduction

The 17-55mm zoom range delivers outstanding flexibility, producing high-quality images for landscape, portrait and travel photography. The f/2.8 aperture remains constant throughout the full focal length range, so you can zoom without slowing the shutter speed. With fast focusing in Ultra-Sonic motor (USM) technology you can roam city streets and expansive scenery, capturing subjects without interruption. The 3-stop optical Image Stabilizer and wide aperture reduces camera shake, enabling hand-held photography in low-light conditions or night photography without using a flash.

Lens system

Component for

SLR

Lens type

Wide lens

Lens structure (elements/groups)

19/12

Lens viewing angle, diagonal

78.5 - 27.85°

Focal length range

17 - 55 mm

Number of diaphragm blades

7

Closest focusing distance

0.35 m

Maximum aperture number

22

Focal length (35mm film equivalent)

27 - 88 mm

Image stabilizer

Y

Minimum focal length (35mm film equiv)

27 mm

Maximum focal length (35mm film equiv)

88 mm

Image sensor format

APS-C

Image stabilizer number of stops

3

Lens mount interface

Canon EF-S

Performance

Compatibility

EOS

AF actuator

Ring USM

Camera brands compatibility

Canon

Ultrasonic motor (USM)

Y

Design

Product colour

Black

Weight & dimensions

Length

110.6 mm

Weight

645 g

Diameter

8.35 cm

Filter size

7.7 cm

Other features

Magnification

0.17x