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Rent NowCanon EF 35-80mm f/4-5.6 III Autofocus Lens
Compact Standard Zoom Light & Portable Walk-Around Lens for Canon EF & EF-S DSLRs
The Canon EF 35-80mm f/4-5.6 III is an ultra-lightweight standard zoom lens designed for Canon EOS 35mm film SLRs and full-frame or APS-C format DSLRs. Spanning a versatile focal range from 35mm wide-angle to 80mm telephoto (approx. 56-128mm equivalent on APS-C sensors), this budget-friendly optic provides a practical, multi-purpose solution for snapshot portraiture, travel, street scenes, and everyday casual photography.
Featuring a highly compact physical profile that weighs less than 6 ounces, the EF 35-80mm f/4-5.6 III easily slips into any camera kit without adding bulk. Its optical layout uses high-transmission glass to deliver reliable contrast and color balance across the zoom range. Driven by a fast DC autofocus motor, the lens offers smooth, responsive focusing performance paired with a close minimum focusing distance of 1.3 feet (0.4 m) for close-up framing.
Key Features & Performance Highlights
Versatile Standard Zoom Range: Spans essential wide-angle to short-telephoto focal lengths ideal for everyday portraits, landscapes, and walk-around shooting.
Ultra-Lightweight & Compact Build: Weighs just 6.2 oz for effortless all-day handheld shooting and travel portability.
Fast DC Autofocus Motor: Provides quick, reliable autofocus tracking for stills and everyday snapshots.
Close-Up Shooting Capability: Focuses down to 1.3 feet (0.4 m) across the zoom range with a 0.23x maximum magnification ratio at 80mm.
Broad Canon EOS Compatibility: Works natively on full-frame and APS-C Canon EOS DSLRs as well as classic 35mm Canon film SLR bodies.
Technical Specifications
Lens Type: Standard Zoom Lens
Lens Mount System: Canon EF Native (Full-Frame, APS-C & 35mm Film Compatible)
Focal Length Range: 35 to 80 mm (35mm Equivalent on APS-C: Approx. 56 to 128 mm)
Maximum Aperture: f/4 to 5.6
Minimum Aperture: f/22 to 32
Minimum Focus Distance: 1.3 feet / 0.4 m
Maximum Magnification Ratio: 0.23x (at 80mm)
Optical Construction: 8 Elements in 8 Groups
Autofocus Mechanism: DC Autofocus Motor
Diaphragm Design: 5-Blade Aperture
Filter Thread Diameter: 52 mm
Dimensions (Diameter x Length): Approx. 2.5 x 2.6 inches / 65.0 x 67.0 mm
Weight: Approx. 6.2 oz / 175 g
