Canon EF 16-35mm f/4L IS Video Review - The New Wide Angle Standard

[@caporretto]

You are actually the best reviewer I ever seen on YT. Is difficult to explain but seems like you are not forced to do so, anyway natural, passionate, and honest. Thanks for sharing.

[@RealCptHammonds]

Christopher Frost is also outstanding.

[@tomed09]

2024 and i've just bought this lens off ebay for £400 to go on my Canon R6 Mkii via the adaptor. Still a classic🙂

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

Great price.

[@Strikeshotz]

Great review. I am thinking about getting this lens for landscape photography...

[@Shotsmoky]

Bought my 5D mark iv based on your review Dustin. Very happy with my purchase. Your reviews are honest and informative. Am now going to purchase 16-35 f4 L. Best YT reviewer. Thanks.

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

Thanks for the nice feedback. I'm glad you enjoy your camera!

[@setupandshoot]

Thanks for the review. I pulled the trigger on this lens. It will compliment my kit on the 5D3

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

+setupandshoot Definitely will. Enjoy!

[@moviewatcher1024]

Ok you talked me into it, sold. Just ordered one from B&H. Thanks for your review.

[@FilipPoon]

Great review man! may I ask if this lens will work fine and still be sharp and crispy on a "Canon 70D" thinking of buying this lens

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

It will work fine and be sharp, though 16mm is less impressive on a crop (about 25.5mm.)

[@FilipPoon]

Thanks a lot man! keep the videos coming!

[@markharris5771]

Dustin Abbott I know it's not the same quality, but for the size of this lens would the 10-18 not be a better option for a cropped sensor? I've heard some very good things about it and sounds by far the best of this size of EF-S lens. I'm thinking of getting both the 10-18 for the 7II and the 16-35 for the 5DIII to give me other options and no need to change lenses in the field.

[@MarioCastillion]

Another clear review. The scene and your voice are things that really stand out. I think you should do movie voice-overs :D Anyway...thanks for showing us what this lens is capable of and the great advice.

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

Mario C. Castillion Thank you, Mario. Shockingly Hollywood hasn't called yet ;)

[@petesmith2650]

He has weird pauses - he actually paused between "full" and "frame", and between "wide" and "angle" (I know - I'm easily annoyed, heh )

[@crayoncrew6321]

This is a beast of a lens. I use it for shooting skateboarding videos so for me the IS was a lot more important than the maximum aperture.

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

Cool. I'm glad you are enjoying it

[@20centurymodern]

Enjoyed your review Dustin Abbott that has covered all facets of this lens.

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

Thanks for the nice feedback!

[@canuckyukyuk]

Wonderfully detailed review Dustin! Just bought this and sold the 17-40. A little pricey, but the newer technology, sharpness, IS, and extra mm in width, should be a bonus in landscape and architectural captures. Methinks this is an upgrade :)

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

+Todd Murrison A pretty huge one. I think you will consider it money well spent in the long term.

[@rumtreibbaer]

Bought it, very happy with it on a 6d ii

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

Nice!

[@Ultrarmx]

This is a very sharp lens and happy to have it.

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

It's definitely a strong performer.

[@873Mike]

Thanks Dustin. Awesome review. This will be my next landscape lens.

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

+Termite's Dream It's definitely a good one.

[@dlee13]

Another great review Dustin! Would you say the IQ is as good as the 35mm f2 IS?

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

The prime is definitely sharper at 35mm f/4: www.the-digital-picture.com/Reviews/ISO-12233-Sample-Crops.aspx?Lens=949&Camera=453&Sample=0&FLI=4&API=0&LensComp=824&CameraComp=453&SampleComp=0&FLIComp=0&APIComp=3 - but it has the advantage of being stopped down two full steps.

[@manuelamaral912]

Nive video! I have a Canon 6D, and i want to know if i can use this lens with a 100 mm Lee Filter, or the size of the filter will not be enough, considering that it´s a wide angle lens? Thanks!

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

+Manuel Amaral That's a good question. I don't for certain, but my guess is yes. This lens has only a 77mm front element, so you should have plenty of room to avoid vignette with your LEE filter.

[@manuelamaral912]

+Dustin Abbott thanks a lot! I just have to think if i buy this lens or the Tamron 15-30, however considering the filters, i think i will buy this L 16-35 mm 4f!

[@Carloscarmo]

+Manuel Amaral , there are two different types of 77 mm rings to your Lee filters. You have the get the ring 77 mm W.A version (wide angle version), if not you will have some vignettes using your normal 77 mm ring. I had the same prob.

[@jimioutback]

Thx for the review Dustin. I need something in the 18-21mm range for my 5d2 that has decent coma control, CA control (which Canon are great for), and doesn't weigh a ton as I also carry a 4x5 kit. Only very occasionally I'd need something slightly wider than my Canon 24mm f2.8, that I'm happy with IQ wise, and use for about 80 percent of my landscapeshots. On weight and reported good performance in the 20-24mm range I had shortlisted the 16-35F4L, but it seems a lot of range just for a 20mm occasional use. Would the IQ of the 16-35mm match my 1990's 24mm allowing me to leave that at home, and would it give similar performance around 20mm? Otherwise would you suggest anything else to fill this 18-21mm gap in my current lenses please? May I ask what was your one-click distortion correction method around 11:45- in the vid ? Many thanks! Jim

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

+jimioutback The IQ at 20 or 24mm should definitely surpass your old prime lens. The distortion correction can be found in either Lightroom or Adobe Camera Raw

[@jimioutback]

+Dustin Abbott Awesome, cheers for the advice Dustin! I'm looking at a full screen image of False Kiva on my Sony 49 inch 4k tv from my basic Canon 24mm f2.8 and it looks great. I'm surprised for such an old lens but maybe a lucky top sample. All the best, J

[@TheProjectFunHouse]

Thank you for the awesome review! I wasn't sure if I should get the 16-35 f4 or the 2.8. I knew that the 2.8 version had some really soft edges, but it seems like the new 16-35 f4 has much better sharpness in the corners. This will for sure be my next landscape lens, especially since the price dropped to $999 on B&H

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

+Danny That's a strong price for this lens, and I'd pick it over the current f/2.8 version any day of the week.

[@Vincent_Vrsn]

Good review thanks! I plan to replace my Canon 24-70mm F/4L because I often need more wide angle (I shoot mostly at 24mm or 35mm so I dont need the extra zoom up to 70mm), seems like this 16-35mm F/4 is a good choice, right?

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

+Vincent Vrsn I think it would be a good choice, yes.

[@Vincent_Vrsn]

I finally got it a week ago, I've tested it in the city and this morning in the forest, it's wonderful! It's my first wide angle lens and the 16-20mm range really add something for landscapes.

[@jamesmarko1787]

Dustin, I have this lens and it's probably my favorite for landscapes. But I also enjoy the 24-105 F4 L for landscapes and as a good walk around lens, but it's an older lens, and the image quality isn't on the same level as the 16-35 F4. Do you have any suggestions for an alternative to the canon 24-105 F4, that would match the image quality of this 16-35?... Would the sigma 24-105 be a better option?Thanks.

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

The Sigma 24-105 is the one recent Sigma that I haven't reviewed. I like the Tamron 24-70 f/2.8 VC, though it obviously won't have as much reach as the 24-105. Having both the f/2.8 aperture and stabilization is nice, though.

[@robertcudlipp3426]

A rather late post. I must have read different reviews of this lens a few years ago. I thought, but stand to be corrected, that this was not one of Canon's best lens. Recently, I purchased a barely used mint used example and am very happy with it. The 16 -35 2.8, for the type of wide angle and landscpape shooting I do, f4 is all I need; generally use f8 etc for landscape work.

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

It is definitely a very strong, underrated lens.

[@bhavikshah5016]

Hi Dustin... thanks for sharing all this information. I have liked all your in depth reviews. I have seen your review for the canon 16 - 35 f2.8 iii too which is a costly lens. Since I have now interest and want to shoot star trails and the milky way, will the 16 - 35 f4 IS do the job? Thanks again.

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

I didn't love this lens for astro. If astro is a priority, I would recommend the Tamron 15-30 VC.

[@bhavikshah5016]

Thank you Dustin for your suggestion.

[@jetblakink]

WOW!… what a review; no nonsense! Like it!

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

Thank you!

[@Teeb2023]

Thanks, great review. I like how you covered many real-life applications of using the lens, as opposed to the usual cold numerical fact approach of many other reviews.

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

Thanks, Anthony. I strive for real world reviews.

[@Twobarpsi]

Nice review. Thinking of buying one or the 2.8 version. Too bad the 2.8 didn't come with IS.

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

Glad to help out.

[@warnersteward4048]

Dustin, I just also watched your video review of the Sigma 24-35mm f2 and am torn between that and this 16-35mm f4. I current have a 24-105mm and a 50mm, but looking for a lens to take landscape & indoor shot. Would you recommend one over another as they seem to be around the same price point. Thank you for your reviews!

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

+Warner Steward Both good lenses for different purposes. This lens is probably the better landscape lens overall (focal length), but the Sigma is the better indoor lens. You may have to set your priorities.

[@derreth]

Thanks for an excellent informative review. I want go to full frame and I am going buy a 6D. I wanted a wide angle lens to use in conjunction with my 24-105mm L a 100-400mm II L, and a few primes. I have a EF-S 10-22mm which I bought to use on my 60D but I couldn't use it on a 6D. I did look at the 16-35mm f/2.8 but it was a lot more expensive for a couple of extra 'f 'stops. As I want to stick with Canon Lens I will go ahead and buy the 16-35 f/4.

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

+David Ashworth Hard to go wrong with this lens. It does most everything very well.

[@Leengoudappel85]

What do you think Dustin? Will it do good with a crop camera like the 750D? Or wait for a moment till i have a full frame, cause i will go for a full frame later if the money is not a problem. Great review Dustin!

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

It works fine with crop, though the focal length isn't as good as lens specifically designed for crop. Check out the new Tamron 10-24mm VC lens for a good, similar type lens designed for crop.

[@dclarkeaz]

Dustin Abbott would you recommend this or the 17-40L? Mostly for landscapes, not too worries about the IS just can't make up my mind on which to purchase. Thanks

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

Daniel Clarke Unless you find a really incredible deal on the 17-40 and plan to shoot it stopped down considerably, I would go with the 16-35mm f/4 every time.

[@jenklanify]

How would you rate this lens (color, micro contrast, etc) to the Zeiss Distagon 2.8/15mm besides the AF, weather resistance, and IS?

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

This is a very good lens, though it isn’t quite in the Zeiss’s class for colour rendition and micro contrast. It does other things as well or better, but those are two things that Zeiss is very, very good at.

[@LuigiNespeca]

Always great and accurate reviews, Dustin, thanks for sharing yuor experience. Most of all I loved your seriousness talking about the pouch; I also have a large collection of them, any size. I wonder if there's a second hand market for those items ;-)

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

I've never tried to sell off those pouches. I usually keep them in the box and then market them when I sell a lens second-hand.

[@justinlloyd6455]

Hello Dustin! Great video review of this lens. Very well done. After using the Canon EF-S 10-22m on a T3i, I am dying to get this lens on my new full frame 6D. I miss having that wide zoom. This is the lens of I've been waiting for. I can't wait to take some glorious scenic shots.

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

+Justin Lloyd I had a tough time replacing the 10-22 at first, too. I went to the 17-40L initially, but never loved the lens. The 16-35 f/4L IS is another story.

[@justinlloyd7249]

+Dustin Abbott thanks for the reply. I was so committed and certain about buying the new 16-35mm IS USM f4L. If I had the money I would have got it. But I am glad I didn't. Seeing this Tamron and the impressive review, I must have it. Wide angle for outdoors and architecture is so exciting. I'm now seeing your 3 way shoot out on your site and reading it now. Wow. Awesome work, good write up.

[@kirkdarling4120]

Back when I shot film and pushing color to ASA 800 produced golf-ball grain, I was really insistent on lenses no slower than f/2.8. These days, ISO 3200 cleans up pretty well. I'm not so worried about losing a stop of lens speed.

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

Very true.

[@MrHf4l]

Considering everything , would you buy the Tamron G2 for its 2.8 aperture over this canon f4?

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

Yes...unless I wanted a smaller, lighter lens and the ability to use screw on filters.

[@aghahanta108]

HI Dustin, love your reviews! I may have missed it but whats your feedback on lens flare? Other reviews rate it poorly in that regard but would like your expert opinion. Thanks!

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

+Aghahanta Das Wow, it has been a few years since I've used it. I don't recall flare being bad, though. Check my written review, as that is something I do typically cover

[@blueghost8057]

I just bought one! I find the IS a bit too loud for vlogging without an external mic. But happy with it overall. :) this is the best detailed review by the way. You are the only one who mentioned IS noise.

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

That's interesting. There are some things that show up when you take your time and do longer, real world reviews like what I do.

[@blueghost8057]

Dustin Abbott you’re doing a great job man! I also loved the fact that your intro isn’t too long and noisy like other KZbinrs. You’ve got a new subscriber man. Thank you.

[@voleibolfan3132]

very nice video! It´s a pitty you don´t have any video review about the Canon 24-70 L , 4f. Keep your great work!

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

Voleibol Fan I've had a hard time getting very enthusiastic about that lens, and there is so much more exciting gear to try!

[@TheGodX]

Yeah i don't see the point of that lens when you got better 24-105 f4L lens

[@85kada]

Hi Mr. Dustin Abbott, How does this lens work with 70d? Appreciate your work and waiting for your respond. Thanks,

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

+LeeMei The lens will work fine as a general purpose, walkaround lens. Just know that the equivalent 25.6mm on the wide end with a crop sensor body isn't as intriguing, although the 56mm equivalent on the long end is more so. I would recommend that you look at a lens made for crop sensors if you really want a wide angle option.

[@85kada]

+Dustin Abbott Thank you for your respond and recommendation. Any recommendation lens (for crop sensors) please?

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

LeeMei I've used the EF-S 10-22mm in the past and think it is a nice lens. If you don't mind a manual focus prime, I really like some of the wide angle Samyang/Rokinon lenses. I've got a 12mm Rokinon f/2 for mirrorless that I just love!

[@WillJBailey]

Is the ageing Canon worth twice the price of the Tamron 17-35 f2.8-4?

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

That will be up to you, but the main advantage of the Canon is autofocus, I would say.

[@WillJBailey]

Thanks for replying Dustin. Love your vids!

[@cactustweeter2890]

Dustin, I was considering this lens for doing handheld video because it has OIS. Does that lens noise get picked up on video even with a shotgun mic? UPDATE: I should've watched the whole video before I posted my question. You do mention that the lens is noisy and could be picked up during video recording. Do you still recommend Tamron for video instead?

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

I don't know that the Tamron is a lot quieter for video. I would consider them about the same. You should be fine with a shotgun mic with either lens unless you are in a completely quiet environment with a lot of focus changes.

[@cactustweeter2890]

+Dustin Abbott good to know. Thank you!

[@oldneo4309]

Thank you for a most informative and interesting review

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

My pleasure!

[@AgnostosGnostos]

It is a nice lens for travelers. I have used a classic cheap 50mm f/1.8 for my full frame camera and it was too narrow for travel photography. With the 50mm the buildings or general sightseeings doesn't always fit on the frame. With the 50mm the background of portraits in front of sightseeings is very small. I like the portraits I shoot during my travels to have a recognizable background. So the classic 24-70mm lens isn't useful with all it's focal lengths for travel photography. The 16-35mm is much better. The 35mm is good and permits a little shallow depth of field even at f/4. Most lenses of smartphones have equivalent focal lengths between 28-35mm. So the 35mm is a very versatile focal length. However the 35mm brings some restrictions to architectural and landscape photography. Rarely everything fits completely in the frame. The 16mm focal length is ideal for that. Wide enough for everything and doesn't cause very unflattering barrel distortion like wider focal lengths mostly do. By the way the 16-35 permits filters but the polarized filters at 16mm don't always work good. The angle of field is two wide and the polarization effect isn't smooth from corner to corner.

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

It's a nice lens for travel.

[@sunny784u]

In continuation to my earlier request, also help me how to check for landscape and where to focus tho get maximum sharpness.. Thanks in advance 😊

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

That's really a trial and error thing. Typically focusing about one third to one half of the way into the scene is recommended, but that isn't always the case. I don't have time to give personal tutorials, though - I get dozens of requests every day.

[@sunny784u]

@@DustinAbbottTWI that was rude..

[@ShariJohn]

I am currently trying to decide between this lens and the 2.8. I shoot a lot of functions, so I am indoors a lot and light is obviously sometimes hard to come by. But I am a bit concerned about paying a $1500 price tag for 10yr old lens that is not as sharp as the newer F/4 version which is highly regarded. Do you have any advice to aid in my decision? Yes I want the extra stop down, but it's also 10yrs old, more expensive and not as sharp. What do you suggest? Fork out the money? Or will the F/4 do?

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

I bought the Tamron 15-30 VC myself, and haven't regretted it. It's big, yes, but has f/2.8, a wider focal length, plus an image stabilizer. It's a great event lens.

[@ShariJohn]

Dustin Abbott Thanks much. I am definitely going to add it to my bag. After watching the reviews, including yours, I am no longer in two minds about which lens to get. Thanks a lot.

[@mikemitchem4846]

Hey Dustin. Any thoughts on using this lens on the EOS R with the adaptor? Thanks

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

It should work flawlessly. My Canon lenses all do.

[@mikemitchem4846]

@@DustinAbbottTWI Thanks!

[@jamesstew6578]

good day , am still tinking if i'm going to buy this lense or a new Body like the 7d mark 2... actually am Shooting photos with a Canon 60d and a tamron 17-50mm but the tamron lense got some issues...

[@smith507]

I also use a 60D and if you don't really need the weather sealing or the 10fps of the mark II the extra 2 megapixels aren't that much of an upgrade. However, the lens you buy is gonna last forever, regardless of which bodies you buy in the future. Far better investment.

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

This lens is an excellent one and would serve you well should you make the move to full frame in the future. The new 80D actually has better image quality than the 7DII and might be another alternative.

[@smith507]

My thoughts exactly, the 80D has significantly better Dynamic Range (because of the on-chip ADC), higher megapixel count and around 85% of its features in a cheaper package. Although I would aim for the 6D Mk II whenever that is announced in 2017.

[@cadelucero6936]

Awesome Job!!!! I enjoyed this a lot.

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

Thank you!

[@kaosaechao6200]

do you recommend canon 80d body on 16-35 f4 lens?

[@nachi.visuals]

Does the 16-35mm f/4 IS deliver better/same Sunstars than the f/2.8 variant considering its 9 blade Diaphragm over the f/2.8's 7 blade Diaphragm?

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

Nachiket Kulkarni - That is a matter of taste. You can see them compared in this video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/kH24qIiCqduFZ9E . I personally like the 16-35mm f/2.8's sunstar a bit better, but the tradeoff is that it has much poorer flare resistance and is a weaker lens overall compared to this one.

[@lexestrada9556]

Is this good for group shots? like for example wedding group shots?

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

+Lex Estrada Sure. Just don't put people too close to the edge of the frame where they will get "stretched". It's wide enough that you should be able to avoid that most of the time.

[@lexestrada9556]

I will attend a family wedding this month and I'm not sure what lens should I buy. Thanks a lot this review.

[@wildlifephotography64]

Great review. Had to replace the 16-35 f2.8 MK2 so bought one brand new for half cost on EBAY! Great lens.

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

That's a great price!

[@Jarrodbkk]

I'm thinking about trading 24-70 is for 16-35 is. Do you find that you miss 36-70 mm range for general shooting? Thanks

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

That really depends on your own shooting. If you have something like Lightroom, go back and review how many of your shots are taken in that focal range.

[@Jarrodbkk]

Dustin Abbott thank you

[@speecher1959]

As Dustin says, it depends how you shoot and, I would add, if you're on a crop sensor or not, but as a hiker and one who takes a lot of pictures of people at events, I could not imagine living without the 36-70 range. I'd encourage another plan, unless all you shoot are landscapes and architecture.

[@Jarrodbkk]

Kevin Johnson Thabks for so much for your opinion. You nailed all my confusions in real usage.

[@Jarrodbkk]

Kevin Johnson I have both ff and crop sensor cameras.

[@janetalvarez6371]

is it compatible with canon sl1?

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

+Janet Alvarez It definitely is, though it will be on the large side for such a small body.

[@SH00TMARTY]

Nice review... Never watched you before.. Subscribed

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

Thanks, Marty.

[@jeffreymliss]

I so love this lens.

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

+Jeff Liss It's a good one!

[@shayma95]

do you recommend this lens for video use?

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

shayma. Definitely. It has a great image stabilizer and excellent image quality.

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

***** Just take the Rokin out of the picture. The bigger question is whether or not you need the 2.8 aperture. If you do, I recommend the Tamron 15-30 VC. If you don't, then go with the 16-35mm f/4L IS. I don't really recommend the 16-35mm f/2.8 - it has been surpassed by better lenses.

[@GarrisonMagyar]

i was looking for a wide angle lens for a canon 1dx mark ii and i know i want a 16-35 for video. the f/4 offers image stabilization as well as a lower price point but the f/2.8 offers better low light which may be a deal breaker for me and the f/4. Do you see it a big enough issue to spend the extra $1,000 or would the f/4 suffice?

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

I personally would probably go for the f/4 version. The f/2.8 is better (in some areas), but not by a major margin, and it falls a bit behind in other areas (like vignette).

[@GarrisonMagyar]

i might look into the tokina 16-28 its only $600!

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

I have used some Tokina lenses, but not that one. Great value, though.

[@doros9.2]

Has anyone used this lens for astro with stacking in post?

[@AlwaGordon]

Does the 2.8 not have IS?

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

No. The Tamron 15-30 f/2.8 does.

[@icyxwindz]

If im getting my first wide angle lens should i go with the 16-35 f2.8 or f4

[@s.y.n.c.c]

+Raymond Leung F4

[@icyxwindz]

+skaiam and why is that?

[@s.y.n.c.c]

+Raymond Leung the f:2.8 old, the f4 is sharper has less chromatic aberration, and its cheaper the only thing better than the f4 is the aperture, go and see comparisons, if you want 2.8 there are rumors that canon will launch one this year

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

+Raymond Leung I think you've gotten some sound advice. I went for the Tamron 15-30 Vc myself, but it is a less accessible lens in a number of ways than this one.

[@s.y.n.c.c]

+Dustin Abbott it is one of my choices too but i need something smaller and lighter (and the use of filters is a plus too on the canon)

[@JFQ]

Awesome review! Thank you so much, now I know it'll be worth the purchase. Cheers!

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

+JQ Films Enjoy. It is a sweetheart of a lens.

[@shademanirvanipour6870]

I got one of these canon lenses 16/35mm F4L and is good

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

Definitely is.

[@jcammn71]

Excellent review! Make more videos. If you are taking requests, I'd love to hear what you have to say about your EF 70-300 L.

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

Jeff - I do have a written review on the 70-300L that can be found here: dustinabbott.net/2013/04/canon-70-300mm-f4-5-6l-is-review-the-ultimate-zoo-lens/. I've got two other reviews to publish right now, but I might be able to do a 70-300L video review at some point. I've certainly got a TON of great images with it to make the point.

[@dirtysouth3800]

can i put it on the 7d mark ii

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

+Dirty South You can put it on any Canon camera with an EF mount. Just know that on a 7DII the camera's crop factor (1.6x) will affect the focal length, giving you a full frame equivalent of 25.6-56mm. If that's fine with you, then the lens will perform wonderfully. It just won't be as wide as lenses designed for a crop sensor camera (like the 10-22mm)

[@dirtysouth3800]

+Dustin Abbott thy

[@dirtysouth3800]

+Dustin Abbott so whats the best ultrawide lens for a canon 7d mark ii

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

Dirty South Look at the Canon EF-S 10-22mm. I've owned and used the lens and it is excellent.

[@dean9504]

What do u think about this lens for 80d??

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

It will work fine, but the problem will be that this is a focal length that makes a lot more sense on FF, not APS-C.

[@risen-image]

is the image stabilizer good on recording videos??

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

Harrison Patente - very good. It is quiet enough that unless you are using an on board mic you shouldn't pick anything up, and it is extremely stable.

[@Kprawl291986]

Haha I see you are a big fan :)

[@gabysocine]

better for video than the 16-35 2.8 ?

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

I think so.

[@ebenezer-tech9323]

Does it work for canon 700D? Ugh I’m struggling and I need a wide angle lens

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

It does, but just know that on a 700D the focal range isn't as exciting due to the crop factor. A good alternative for APS-C (like your 700D) is the Tamron 10-24mm VC lens. You can find a review of it on my channel.

[@jonrolfson1686]

For the 700D you might want to look at Canon's EF-S 10 -18mm f/4.5-5.6 IS STM. This lens was designed the same effective width for APS-C cameras. Though it is slower than the EF 16-35mm f/4L IS USM it has very effective IS. I have had good results with the EF-S 10 -18mm f/4.5-5.6 IS STM on both a T6S (760D) and an 80D.

[@joehangsing4387]

Is the f4 sharp for video like an f2.8??

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

Absolutely

[@joehangsing4387]

Dustin Abbott I'm stuck between the 2.8 ii and f4 I like both photography and video which one makes sense ? I like the f4 for IS and f2.8 for being a fast lens so confused

[@alexanderball2819]

Would this lens be good for photographing the northern lights?

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

Yes, though perhaps not as good as an F2.8 lens where you can keep the ISO down more and have more sensitivity.

[@alexanderball2819]

Thank you! Would you recommend any other alternatives?

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

The Tamron 15-30mm F2.8 VC (or G2) is an excellent lens for astro, and for pretty much everything else.

[@alexanderball2819]

Thank you for your help!

[@sunny784u]

Hi Dustin, I am in the process of testing image quality of my new Canon 16-35 F4 lens. Need your guidance how I can test it on my 5 D Mark 4. I have the target images printed from focal to test but not sure about the distance I should set my tripod from the image to check the quality and sharpness...

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

What are you testing for? Are doing a review of the lens, or just trying to determine if your copy is properly centered?

[@sunny784u]

@@DustinAbbottTWI I am testing my copy of lens. It's accuracy in auto focus and sharpness

[@melodychest9020]

Lovely review! Sounds like for For the EF system still a match made in heaven at that price point?! On my wishlist to complement my Canon 24-105 f/4 .. getting that wallet twitch!

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

It's a really solid lens, for sure.

[@melodychest9020]

@@DustinAbbottTWI in terms of just image quality does the Canon 24mm 2.8 IS USM prime as good as this 16-35mm f4 for like landscape? Cos it is much lighter for starters...

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

The colors aren't as rich, but it is quite sharp

[@shademanirvanipour6870]

I got one of these canon lenses

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

Nice

[@ursberger4380]

I got it today!

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

Enjoy!

[@adindaazzahra901]

to 700d?

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

It's not my top recommendation for an APS-c body like your 700d because 16mm isn't all that wide on a crop sensor body. Look at lenses for crop bodies that start at 10-12mm instead

[@adindaazzahra901]

thanks...

[@davidkelly8869]

12:28.........hand hold for a full second????????? woteva!!!!

[@SH00TMARTY]

He's not the only one saying it...

[@rmtrue]

Bought this for my Canon 6D and a week later went to Iceland for a week. Want to see some shots? Check out my instagram! IG: rmtrue_

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

That's a great place to give it some exercise!

[@rmtrue]

Yes sir.

[@kougioum77]

Reese True

[@ArianOby]

.... I'll pass... Sigma 18-35mm 1.8... is better

[@DustinAbbottTWI]

Hmmm, not really the same kind of lens at all. The Sigma is for APS-C only, which means that (with the crop factor in play) the two lenses don't have even remotely similar focal ranges.

[@ebenezer-tech9323]

Shut Up and take my money

[@janetalvarez6371]

is it compatible with canon sl1?

[@janetalvarez6371]

is it compatible with canon sl1?

[@PakapolJaijong]

Yes sir but you will have a front heavy config ... Cuz sl1 is so light! Haha

[@PakapolJaijong]

This 16-35 will equal to about 24-50 on your camera so, you are better off with like sigma 18-35 f1.8 or canon 18-55 f2.8 much cheaper as well