The Camera Company, Boston, Massachusetts

The new Canon EF 24-70mm f2.8 L USM lens does what many pros thought couldn't be done - replace the previous L-series 28-70 f/2.8 lens with something even better. Extended coverage to an ultra-wide-angle 24mm makes it ideal for digital as well as film shooters, and the optics are even better than before with two Aspherical elements and a totally new UD glass element. It's now sealed and gasketed against dust and moisture, and a new processing unit makes the AF faster than ever.

Specifications

Lens
Focal Length & Maximum Aperture	24-70mm 1:2.8
Lens Construction	16 elements in 13 groups
Diagonal Angle of View	84° - 34°
Focus Adjustment	Front-focusing method
Closest Focusing Distance	0.38m/1.25 ft.
Zoom System	Rotating Type
Filter Size	77mm
Max. Diameter x Length, Weight	3.3" x 4.9", 2.1 lbs. / 83.2mm x 123.5mm, 950g