Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM Standard Zoom Lens for Canon SLR Cameras by Canon
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Digital camera reviews of Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM Standard Zoom Lens for Canon SLR Cameras
Digital camera Review: Limited Life Span
Summary: 2 Stars
I loved this lens when I first got it, but after about a year of using it, it has peaked. I even sent it back to Canon - and paid over $100 - to have it calibrated and tweaked...and it's just not working right. I certainly used it a lot over the year, but a Canon lens should really perform longer than that. And after sending it back and spending the money to have it "fixed," I'm done spending money on it. The focus is poor and the lens is not durable.Digital camera Review: Great lens!
Summary: 4 Stars
This is a great lens. The USM is so silent, I had to refocus on a few different things just to make sure it was actually working. You can't hear a thing! The image stabilization is a great feature, especially since I never carry around a tripod. It really helped out when I was shooting pictures at an air show recently. My only issue so far is that I have found if I leave my Rebel XT on auto mode, the pictures turn out too bright and kind over exposed. So I have just had to learn to set the camera up myself manually and the pictures are amazing.Digital camera Review: Fell in river and had to replace this great lens!
Summary: 5 Stars
Have owned this same lens before. I recently fell in the Little Greenbriar River in the Tennessee Smokies while setting up a photo shot. I broke the lens on a boulder. I realized that I did not want to go on another photo trip without replacing this valuable lens. A great all-purpose lens for wildflowers or panoramics.Digital camera Review: Beware the small letters!
Summary: 3 Stars
When I decided to upgrade, I chose this canon 28-135 mm os from the small letter below the original advertisement. The one that says "new:$319.95".
I thought that saving a hundred wouldn't be so bad. Well, first thing. This is a kit lens from a camera, taken and sent it in just a plain box, no warranty, no paper or any documentation whatsoever. After that, I realized that they advised about this in small print under the picture of the lens. The delivery was not definitely by UPS because UPS have you sign for any delivery and I found my box three steps from my door. I have a closed fence. Therefore, for my package to get there, it should be thrown over the fence. I have ordered other things from amazon and I've always been pleased with the service and the delivery. Next time, I'll buy strictly from them and not from any company that advertise through them.
Digital camera Review: Over all good lens.
Summary: 4 Stars
Purchased this to go with my XSi and have been pleased so far. I used it on a recent backpacking trip and it really produced some great quality shots. I also have a 17-40mm L and to be really honest I can produce about the same quality pictures from both lenses. I do slightly favor the L for its wide angle, but this one is a definite plus with IS.
The build quality is pretty solid overall, except for the lens creep. It seems to be "standard" on this model lens for the zoom to extend out while carrying it. Can be annoying, but still worth buying. This is the only reason for the 4 start rating instead of 5. As far as the lens hood, forget about it. Have taken numerous pictures with and without it and it really doesn't make a difference, it just takes up added room and a pain to keep it on while in a case. I also noticed that in some circumstances I was getting a little lens flar, until I discovered that it was from my UV filter and not the lens itself. All that they say is true about cheap brand filters-avoid them. I would recommend this lens, but be aware of the lens creep, good quality for the buck, especially if you can get a mint copy of a used one.