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Canon EF 16–35mm f/2.8L III USM vs Canon EF-S 60mm f/2.8 Macro USM

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CanonEF 16–35mm f/2.8L III USMCanonEF-S 60mm f/2.8 Macro USM
Overview
ReleasedOctober 2016March 2005
Optics
Lens typeZoomPrime
Focal length16–35 mm60 mm
Maximum aperturef/2.8f/2.8
Minimum aperturef/22f/32
Optical constructionSixteen elements in eleven groups12 elements in eight groups; three-group floating internal-focus system
Special elementsTwo large-diameter glass-moulded aspherical elements, one ground aspherical element and two UD elements–
CoatingsAir Sphere Coating and Subwavelength Structure Coating; front and rear fluorine coatings according to The Digital PictureCanon describes optimised coatings to reduce flare and ghosting from sensor reflections
Aperture detail–Camera-displayed aperture assumes infinity focus; effective maximum aperture becomes f/5.84 at life-size magnification according to Canon's manual
DiaphragmNine circular bladesSeven blades according to Canon Camera Museum and Canon Japan
Angle of viewHorizontal 98°–54°; vertical 74°10′–38°; diagonal 108°10′–63°Horizontal 20°40′, vertical 14°10′, diagonal 24°30′
Mount and compatibility
MountsCanon EFCanon EF-S
Image circleFull frameAPS-C
CompatibilityFull-frame and APS-C Canon EF DSLRsCanon EF-S compatible APS-C cameras; equivalent angle of view to 96 mm on full frame
Teleconverter supportExtenders cannot be used; the manual also states that no compatible close-up lenses are availableCanon EF1.4X II and EF2X II extenders cannot be used
Adaptor supportCanon UK lists EOS M use with the EF-EOS M mount adaptor–
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.28 m0.2 m
Maximum magnification0.25×1×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailRing USM with full-time manual override; keep the shutter half-pressed after autofocus when adjusting focus manuallyUSM autofocus; full-time manual focusing after One-Shot AF with the shutter button held halfway
Focus distance detail–0.2 m minimum focus measured from the focal plane; approximately 90 mm working distance from the lens front at life-size magnification
Magnification detailAt 35 mm, EF12 II gives 0.65×–0.36× and EF25 II gives 1.14×–0.80×; both tubes are incompatible at 16 mmEF12 II extension tube gives 0.20–1.28×; EF25 II gives 0.44–1.61×. Optional 250D close-up lens gives 0.25–1.33× and 500D gives 0.12–1.18×
Stabilisation detail–No optical stabilisation according to The Digital Picture's exact-model specifications
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesNo
Filter diameter82 mm52 mm
Maximum diameter88.5 mm73 mm
Length127.5 mm69.8 mm
Weight790 g335 g
ControlsSeparate zoom and focus rings, AF/MF switch and distance windowAF/MF switch; distance window with magnification scale
Zoom designConstant outer length with inner front-tube movement according to both reviews; the manual advises zooming before focusing–
Filter detailOne front filter may be fitted; the manual specifies the 82 mm Canon PL-C B polariser and removing the hood for adjustmentFront filter thread accommodates a filter and compatible macro flash together; front element does not rotate during focusing according to Photozone and The Digital Picture
Weather resistanceSealed construction and rubber mount ring; the manual recommends an 82 mm Canon PROTECT filter for best dust and water resistanceCanon Japan lists no dust or drip resistance
Dimensions detailLength measured from the mount surface to the front; front and rear caps add 24 mm73 mm maximum diameter × 69.8 mm from mount surface to lens front; cap and rear cap excluded
Weight detailApproximately 790 g for the lens alone, excluding accessories, in Canon's instruction manualCanon's manual specifies 335 g for the lens alone
Lens hoodReversible EW-88D hood with release buttonET-67B hood and LP1016 case sold separately according to Canon's manual; Canon Japan's later accessory listing includes hood and case without clarifying regional package differences
In the boxLens, EW-88D hood, LP1222 case, E-82 II front cap, rear cap E and user manual–
Release detailCanon Camera Museum records October 2016 marketing; no first-sale day is statedCanon Camera Museum records March 2005 marketing. Canon Japan's February announcement planned 17 March, while its later exact-model support sheet records 19 March 2005 as the Japanese release date. The headline retains month precision; no UK first-sale day is established.

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