Canon EF 14mm f/2.8L II

This lens is the top of the line ultra wide angle. A significant improvement over the last 14mm and a must have for anyone who loves the distorted look wide angle gives. If you can afford it, you will be thrilled to own and use this "creative" lens. Ultra-wide angle lenses have always been in demand by architectural, corporate, and other top pro photographers.

Designed primarily for discerning landscape and architectural photographers, the Canon EF14mm f2.8L II USM lens is ideally suited to the EOS-1Ds Mark III's full-frame capability. Measuring 3.7 inches in length and weighing in at under 23 ounces, this ultra-wide angle L-series prime lens is well corrected for rectilinear distortion, provides a 114-degree diagonal angle of view, and delivers high-speed autofocus with higher image quality overall including superior peripheral image quality, compared to its predecessor, the stalwart EF 14mm f2.8L USM lens

Like all L series lenses, this one is built extremely solid. It may feel fairly large and bulky to those who haven't used L series lenses before. The extra bulk is comes from higher quality glass and the use of more durable materials (metal vs. plastic).

This new lens features completely redesigned optics including 2 high-precision aspherical elements and two totally new UD-glass elements. The result is superior image quality: better contrast and sharpness at the outer edges, and a reduction in chromatic aberrations that can sometimes be seen with high-resolution digital SLRs. Its diagonal angle of view is an impressive 114"-anything larger would be a Fisheye lens. It has a built-in lens hood, and has been dust- and moisture- proofed. The lens uses a rear focusing system, high-speed CPU, and a powerful ring-type USM with revised electronics for faster, more responsive AF. This lens continues the proud tradition of superior clarity optics found in L-series Canon lenses.

• Ultra-wide angle lenses have always been in demand by architectural, corporate, and other top pro photographers

• The new lens features completely redesigned optics including 2 high-precision Aspherical elements and two totally new UD-glass elements

• The superior image quality: better contrast and sharpness at the outer edges, and a reduction in chromatic aberrations that can sometimes be seen with high-resolution digital SLRs

• The lens uses a rear focusing system, high-speed CPU, and a powerful ring-type USM with revised electronics for faster, more responsive AF. This lens continues the proud tradition of superior clarity optics found in L-series Canon lenses

Focal Length & Maximum Aperture: 14mm f/2.8

Lens Construction: 14 elements in 11 groups

Diagonal Angle of View: 114° (on full-frame cameras)

Focus Adjustment: AF with full-time manual

Closest Focusing Distance: 7.9 in. / 0.2m

Filter Size: Gel filter holder at rear of lens

Max. Diameter x Length: 3.2 in. x 3.7 in. / 80mm x 94mm

Weight: 22.8 oz./645g (lens only)

Warranty: Canon limited warranty

Built-in Hood, LP1016 Case

Just Wide Enough, July 28, 2009

By San Antonio Bob "Bob" (San Antonio)

I have a 17-55 Canon lens which I use on my 30D and 50D. It works great. When I got my 5D MkII I purchased the 14mm lens. It is awesome. For me just wide enough - not quite fisheye. It is a lens which offers incredible possibilities for unique views and perspectives and its speed certainly helps - although I tend to go for more depth of field which it accomodates as well. I have several L series lenses, but I can see where this one will be my "creative" lens. If you can afford it, you will be thrilled to own and use it.

By Carbonadam "Ladies and gentleman, I hope that... (USA)

This lens is the top of the line wide angle. A significant improvement over the last 14mm and a must have for anyone who loves the distorted look wide angle gives. When I was a kid my dad gave me a very wide lens for an old minolta. Since then i have always loved the look this brings to certain photos. I have tested this lens and the results are spectacular. It is very fast and works well in low light. I highly recommend this lens, despite its price.