Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM

It is because of this lens that I...

Strengths: o Great results & fun to use! o A perfect travel lens o Sharp as a tack

Weakness: o Should have included some accessories

It is because of this lens that I upgraded from the Canon D60 to the Canon 20d! I was sorely missing out on wide-angle opportunities, thanks to the 1.6x crop factor on these DSLRs. My 28-135mm just wasn't cutting it for my typical travel photography. Alot of missed photo opportunities. I had considered the 16-35mm L glass, but this was too expensive and still wouldn't be wide enough. Plus, it...
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It is because of this lens that I upgraded from the Canon D60 to the Canon 20d! I was sorely missing out on wide-angle opportunities, thanks to the 1.6x crop factor on these DSLRs. My 28-135mm just wasn't cutting it for my typical travel photography. Alot of missed photo opportunities. I had considered the 16-35mm L glass, but this was too expensive and still wouldn't be wide enough. Plus, it would have too much overlap w/ my existing 28-135mm. So with the two new EF-S mounts, one could take two lenses on a travel adventure, and get quite a bit of range: 10-22mm & 17-85mm.

First thing I noticed upon using this lens was that it was just plain fun to use! I loved the "distorted" results one could get at 10mm!! Plus, it was able to get "so much in the shot", without having to deal with digitally stitching together pictures later. I was in Belize, and captured whole Mayan ruins...with just one picture! Awesome!

I'm not a photography geek, so I rarely notice many of the negative side-effects that others speak of. For my applications, this lens is perfect! Is it worth the money?? For me, maybe. I love how it opens up photo opportunities, but it is expensive...period. But I'm glad I have it, and have no regrets. But to someone more used to L-glass quality and price, they may be disappointed. Unfortunately, if you want to go truly wide, there currently are not that many other options!

A knock to Canon is that at this price, they should have included the hood and lens carry bag. The Canon 70-200mm L f4 lens is less expensive, and includes these accessories. Come on Canon!! It is for this reason that I am only giving it 4/5 stars (basically a knock for value).

By SDTechDeals - Apr 21, 2005

The Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5...

Strengths: compact and light, good sharpness

Weakness: minor CA near edges, "L" price but build quality is less

The Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM Autofocus Lens is a good piece of equipment for the right camera owner. And that may be is greatest limitation. For owners of Canon 20Ds and Digital Rebels, this lens will let you go wide, very much like a 16-35mm on a full frame camera, but it won't fit any other camera. The optic quality is very good, my only complaint being minor chromatic aberration near...
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The Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM Autofocus Lens is a good piece of equipment for the right camera owner. And that may be is greatest limitation. For owners of Canon 20Ds and Digital Rebels, this lens will let you go wide, very much like a 16-35mm on a full frame camera, but it won't fit any other camera. The optic quality is very good, my only complaint being minor chromatic aberration near the edges. Non-Canon lenses don't seem to compete but are cheaper. Light and easy to carry, the build quality is not the same as Canon's L series, but it is better than the EF-S 18-55mm kit lens.

Bottom line - a good lens at a premium price, but maybe the only game in town for a 1.6x sensor.

By deancp - Jan 16, 2005

Only wide-angle solution for APS-C sized camera

Strengths: Really wide! Product sharp photo with good color reproduction. Fast focusing. (Pseudo) Internal focusing. Flase is very well controlled.

Weakness: Image is quite soft around the edges. Pricey.

For APS-C sensor digital camera, this is the only solution for ultra wide angle lens from Canon. I decided to go with it and I am very pleased. The lens has very decent built quality, with (I would call it) pesudo internal focusing. the front element is really moving but within the lens barrel, so if you put a filter on, it will be a single solid piece without any moving part from the outside....
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For APS-C sensor digital camera, this is the only solution for ultra wide angle lens from Canon. I decided to go with it and I am very pleased. The lens has very decent built quality, with (I would call it) pesudo internal focusing. the front element is really moving but within the lens barrel, so if you put a filter on, it will be a single solid piece without any moving part from the outside. That will help protect the lens from dust and moisture as other "real" internal focusing lens. USM has decent speed, but not the fastest I have seen. Images produced are really sharp in the center at all aperture settings, the edges and borders are quite a bit soft. It produces great color and very good against flare. Last, and most importantly, it is really WIDE!

By Bz Gadgets - Nov 12, 2005

Canon Zoom Super Wide Angle EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM Autofocus Lens

Strengths: Image Quality is magnificent

Weakness: None

This lens makes me look like a good photographer. The images are incredibly sharp. There is only minimal distortion at the widest angles, and really no distortion from 15mm (35mm SLR equivalent of 24mm)on. At the widest angle it is unbelievable how you can shoot whole buildings without even having to go across the street. When combined with my speedlite 580EX, I can shoot at 10mm and get whole...
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This lens makes me look like a good photographer. The images are incredibly sharp. There is only minimal distortion at the widest angles, and really no distortion from 15mm (35mm SLR equivalent of 24mm)on.

At the widest angle it is unbelievable how you can shoot whole buildings without even having to go across the street. When combined with my speedlite 580EX, I can shoot at 10mm and get whole rooms without vignetting.

While this lens is rather expensive, I feel it is money well spent.

By lsherris - Aug 11, 2005

review for 10-22mm canon lens

Strengths: Super wide. Fast focus. Sharp. Low distortion

Weakness: Price. Hood is not included.

This lens is very sharp. It also has great build quality. USM focuses fast and quiet. Colour and saturation is great, although not as "wow" compared to my "L" lenses.

For those of you who shoot wide, this is probably the best lens. Compared to Sigma, Tamron and Tokina, you get the Canon quality. In addition, Canon is giving you the 10mm, and I believe only Sigma really goes to 10mm

By jackyhan - Feb 17, 2005