Canon EF 24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM Lens

Canon EF 24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM Lens

Specifications

• Focal Length: 24–105mm (wide-angle to mid-telephoto)
• Aperture: Variable f/3.5–5.6 (f/3.5 at 24mm, f/5.6 at 105mm); Minimum: f/22–32
• Optical Construction: 17 elements in 13 groups
  • Includes 1 aspherical element to reduce aberrations
• Image Stabilization: Optical IS, up to 4 stops of shake correction (CIPA standard)
• Autofocus: Stepping Motor (STM) for smooth, quiet AF, ideal for video
  • Full-time manual focus override
• Minimum Focus Distance: 0.4m (15.7 inches)
• Maximum Magnification: 0.3x (at 105mm)
• Filter Size: 77mm
• Diaphragm Blades: 7 (circular) for smooth bokeh
• Build: No weather sealing; plastic barrel with metal mount
• Dimensions: 83.4 x 104 mm (3.28 x 4.09 inches)
• Weight: 525g (18.5 oz)
• Accessories: Includes E-77 II lens cap, optional EW-83H hood, LP1116 case
• Compatibility: Canon EF-mount full-frame and APS-C DSLRs (38.4–168mm equivalent on APS-C)

• Versatility: The 24–105mm range is ideal for landscapes, portraits, and events on the 6D Mark II’s full-frame sensor, offering flexibility without lens changes.
• Image Quality: Delivers good sharpness, especially stopped down, but less consistent than L-series lenses. Some corner softness and vignetting at 24mm on full-frame.
• Autofocus: STM ensures smooth, quiet focus transitions, perfect for video with the 6D Mark II’s Dual Pixel CMOS AF. Less snappy than USM for stills.
• Stabilization: 4-stop IS enhances handheld shooting in low light, complementing the 6D Mark II’s lack of in-body stabilization.
• Limitations: Variable aperture (f/5.6 at 105mm) limits low-light performance and bokeh compared to f/4L lenses. No weather sealing, unlike L-series.