Canon EF 17-40mm f/4 L USM
General information
This is a zoom lens manufactured by Canon and the model was launched 2003.
The lens belongs to the category
wide angle zoom lenses, a wide angle lens where you have the possibility to zoom in and out.
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Compatibility, autofocus and focal length
This lens is constructed to fit all models of Canon cameras, regardless of camera model or type of sensor.
The ability to use autofocus is available for all cameras.
The lens has a focal length of 17-40 mm. Depending on which camera the lens is used, the experienced and perceived focal length will be different. Please visit the list of compatible cameras below, it will provide the equivalent focal length you get on each camera.
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- Read more about focal length and your field of view
- Read more on the cameras impact on the perceived focal length
Lens brightness and image stabilizer
The lens brightness and aperture value is f/4.
The lens is to considered fairly bright. This will make it so much easier shooting in darker environments where you do not want or can use flash lighting, for example in churches or at different sports venues.
A feature worth commenting, which is also related to lens brightness, is that the brightness and maximum aperture-value remains constant regardless of focal length used. This makes it easier for you as a photographer. No matter if you are have the focus ring and focal length at 17 mm or at 40 mm the aperture value can be f/4.
The lens lacks image stabilization, which otherwise os good for avoiding the blur that can occur when using slow shutter speeds.
Filter and Lens Hood
The lens has a traditional filter thread on the front and its measuring 77 mm which also the filter you will use must have. If you use for example an UV filter can be a cheap insurance against scratches and dust.
If you buy this lens it will come with a lens hood, whose model name is "EW-83E".
Prices and awards

TIPA Awards 2003: Professional Lens
Pictures (product and sample images)
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Besides looking at product images it is also of interest to see pictures taken with this specific lens. This can give you a hint of what kind of images this lens can achieve, what the focal length will be like etc.
Things to consider before buying
Below you will find some summarized points and facts that can be considered as the 'pros and cons' of this lens. These are based entirely on the facts and values that are accessible through the lens specification, so we highly recommend that you also read the reported reviews available (see tab 'Reviews'); this in order to get a more complete view of the lens and its capabilities. Reviewer opinions reflect the lens, its use and its optical performance in a more accurate way, but any way - here a few different points to consider before buying this lens.
- Constant maximum aperture value regardless of focal length
- Works on all sensor types
- A lens hood is included
- The lens is sealed against dust and moisture
- The lens was awarded at TIPA Awards 2003: Professional Lens
Specification
Product Name: | Canon EF 17-40mm f/4 L USM (See dictionary) |
Release date: | 2003 |
Manufacturer: | Canon |
Type of lens: | Wide Angle Zoom Lenses |
Construction: | Zoom lens (with the ability to zoom in and out) |
Works with cameras from: |
Canon (see compatible cameras) |
1:1 at Macro: | No Macro lens |
Compatibility: | Works on all sensors (see compatible cameras) |
Autofocus (AF): | Yes |
Built-in autofocus (AF) motor: | Yes (more info) |
Maximum aperture: | f/4 |
Focal Range: |
17-40 mm
Depending on which camera this lens is used the focal length can seem different. This is because different camera sensors can have a slight crop factor and the focal length will be equivalent to:
Read more on the cameras impact on the perceived focal length |
Lens Construction: | 12 elements / 9 groups |
Image Stabilizer: | No |
Closest Focusing Distance: | 28 cm |
Filter: | Filter Thread, 77 mm |
Lens Hood: | EW-83E (included) |
Tripod mount: | No (Read more) |
Weather sealing: | Yes |
Dimensions (diameter x length): | 83 x 96 mm |
Weight: | 500 g (see the total weight, camera+lens) |
Retail price (USD) | 839 USD
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Reviews
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Does this lens work with my camera?
Below you will find all registered cameras here on Lensora. Whether the actual camera works with this lens or not is displayed with a green or a red symbol, and if you want to know more about why the lens and the camera work or do not work together you click for further information..
Product name | Release date | Type | Sensor | Focal Length ? | Total weight | ||
Canon EOS 1000D | 2008 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1002 gr | ||
Canon EOS 100D | 2013 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 907 gr | ||
Canon EOS 10D | 2003 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1375 gr | ||
Canon EOS 1100D | 2011 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 995 gr | ||
Canon EOS 1200D | 2014 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 980 gr | ||
Canon EOS 1300D | 2016 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 985 gr | ||
Canon EOS 1D | 2001 | DSLR | APS-H (1.3x) | 22-52 mm | 2085 gr | ||
Canon EOS 1D Mark II | 2004 | DSLR | APS-H (1.3x) | 22-52 mm | 2065 gr | ||
Canon EOS 1D Mark III | 2007 | DSLR | APS-H (1.3x) | 22-52 mm | 1655 gr | ||
Canon EOS 1D Mark IIn | 2005 | DSLR | APS-H (1.3x) | 22-52 mm | 2065 gr | ||
Canon EOS 1D Mark IV | 2009 | DSLR | APS-H (1.3x) | 22-52 mm | 1730 gr | ||
Canon EOS 1D X | 2011 | DSLR | Full frame | 17-40 mm | 1840 gr | ||
Canon EOS 1D X Mark II | 2016 | DSLR | Full frame | 17-40 mm | 2030 gr | ||
Canon EOS 1D X Mark III | 2020 | DSLR | Full frame | 17-40 mm | 1940 gr | ||
Canon EOS 1Ds | 2002 | DSLR | Full frame | 17-40 mm | 2085 gr | ||
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark II | 2004 | DSLR | Full frame | 17-40 mm | 2065 gr | ||
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III | 2007 | DSLR | Full frame | 17-40 mm | 1885 gr | ||
Canon EOS 2000D | 2018 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 975 gr | ||
Canon EOS 200D | 2017 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 953 gr | ||
Canon EOS 20D | 2004 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1270 gr | ||
Canon EOS 20D Astrophotography | 2005 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1270 gr | ||
Canon EOS 20Da | 2005 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1270 gr | ||
Canon EOS 250D | 2019 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 949 gr | ||
Canon EOS 300D | 2003 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1145 gr | ||
Canon EOS 30D | 2006 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1284 gr | ||
Canon EOS 350D | 2005 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1040 gr | ||
Canon EOS 4000D | 2018 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 936 gr | ||
Canon EOS 400D | 2006 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1056 gr | ||
Canon EOS 40D | 2007 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1322 gr | ||
Canon EOS 450D | 2008 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1024 gr | ||
Canon EOS 500D | 2009 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1020 gr | ||
Canon EOS 50D | 2008 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1322 gr | ||
Canon EOS 550D | 2010 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1010 gr | ||
Canon EOS 5D | 2005 | DSLR | Full frame | 17-40 mm | 1395 gr | ||
Canon EOS 5D Mark II | 2008 | DSLR | Full frame | 17-40 mm | 1350 gr | ||
Canon EOS 5D Mark III | 2012 | DSLR | Full frame | 17-40 mm | 1450 gr | ||
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV | 2016 | DSLR | Full frame | 17-40 mm | 1390 gr | ||
Canon EOS 5DS | 2015 | DSLR | Full frame | 17-40 mm | 1430 gr | ||
Canon EOS 5DS R | 2015 | DSLR | Full frame | 17-40 mm | 1430 gr | ||
Canon EOS 600D | 2011 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1070 gr | ||
Canon EOS 60D | 2010 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1255 gr | ||
Canon EOS 60D Astrophotography | 2012 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1255 gr | ||
Canon EOS 60Da | 2012 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1255 gr | ||
Canon EOS 650D | 2012 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1075 gr | ||
Canon EOS 6D | 2012 | DSLR | Full frame | 17-40 mm | 1270 gr | ||
Canon EOS 6D Mark II | 2017 | DSLR | Full frame | 17-40 mm | 1265 gr | ||
Canon EOS 700D | 2013 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1080 gr | ||
Canon EOS 70D | 2013 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1255 gr | ||
Canon EOS 750D | 2015 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1055 gr | ||
Canon EOS 760D | 2015 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1065 gr | ||
Canon EOS 77D | 2017 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1040 gr | ||
Canon EOS 7D | 2009 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1360 gr | ||
Canon EOS 7D Mark II | 2014 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1410 gr | ||
Canon EOS 8000D | 2015 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1065 gr | ||
Canon EOS 800D | 2017 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1032 gr | ||
Canon EOS 80D | 2016 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1230 gr | ||
Canon EOS 850D | 2020 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1015 gr | ||
Canon EOS 9000D | 2017 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1040 gr | ||
Canon EOS 90D | 2019 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1201 gr | ||
Canon EOS D30 | 2000 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1355 gr | ||
Canon EOS D60 | 2002 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1355 gr | ||
Canon EOS Kiss Digital | 2003 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1145 gr | ||
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N | 2005 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1040 gr | ||
Canon EOS Kiss Digital X | 2006 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1056 gr | ||
Canon EOS Kiss Digital X3 | 2009 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1020 gr | ||
Canon EOS Kiss M | 2018 | Mirrorless | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 890 gr | ||
Canon EOS Kiss M2 | 2020 | Mirrorless | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 887 gr | ||
Canon EOS Kiss X10 | 2019 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 949 gr | ||
Canon EOS Kiss X10i | 2020 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1015 gr | ||
Canon EOS Kiss X2 | 2008 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1024 gr | ||
Canon EOS Kiss X4 Digital | 2010 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1010 gr | ||
Canon EOS Kiss X6i | 2012 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1075 gr | ||
Canon EOS Kiss X70 | 2014 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 980 gr | ||
Canon EOS Kiss X8i | 2015 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1055 gr | ||
Canon EOS Kiss X9 | 2017 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 953 gr | ||
Canon EOS Kiss X9i | 2017 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1032 gr | ||
Canon EOS M | 2012 | Mirrorless | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 798 gr | ||
Canon EOS M10 | 2015 | Mirrorless | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 801 gr | ||
Canon EOS M100 | 2017 | Mirrorless | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 802 gr | ||
Canon EOS M200 | 2019 | Mirrorless | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 799 gr | ||
Canon EOS M3 | 2015 | Mirrorless | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 866 gr | ||
Canon EOS M5 | 2016 | Mirrorless | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 927 gr | ||
Canon EOS M50 | 2018 | Mirrorless | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 890 gr | ||
Canon EOS M50 Mark II | 2020 | Mirrorless | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 887 gr | ||
Canon EOS M6 | 2017 | Mirrorless | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 890 gr | ||
Canon EOS M6 Mark II | 2019 | Mirrorless | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 908 gr | ||
Canon EOS R | 2018 | Mirrorless | Full frame | 17-40 mm | 1160 gr | ||
Canon EOS R3 | 2021 | Mirrorless | Full frame | 17-40 mm | 1515 gr | ||
Canon EOS R5 | 2020 | Mirrorless | Full frame | 17-40 mm | 1238 gr | ||
Canon EOS R6 | 2020 | Mirrorless | Full frame | 17-40 mm | 1180 gr | ||
Canon EOS Ra | 2018 | Mirrorless | Full frame | 17-40 mm | 1160 gr | ||
Canon EOS Rebel | 2003 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1145 gr | ||
Canon EOS Rebel SL1 | 2013 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 907 gr | ||
Canon EOS Rebel SL2 | 2017 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 953 gr | ||
Canon EOS Rebel SL3 | 2019 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 949 gr | ||
Canon EOS Rebel T1i | 2009 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1020 gr | ||
Canon EOS Rebel T2i | 2010 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1010 gr | ||
Canon EOS Rebel T3 | 2011 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 995 gr | ||
Canon EOS Rebel T3i | 2011 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1070 gr | ||
Canon EOS Rebel T4i | 2012 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1075 gr | ||
Canon EOS Rebel T5 | 2014 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 980 gr | ||
Canon EOS Rebel T5i | 2013 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1080 gr | ||
Canon EOS Rebel T6 | 2016 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 985 gr | ||
Canon EOS Rebel T6i | 2015 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1055 gr | ||
Canon EOS Rebel T6s | 2015 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1065 gr | ||
Canon EOS Rebel T7 | 2018 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 975 gr | ||
Canon EOS Rebel T7i | 2017 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1032 gr | ||
Canon EOS Rebel T8i | 2020 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1015 gr | ||
Canon EOS Rebel XS | 2008 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1002 gr | ||
Canon EOS Rebel XSi | 2008 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1024 gr | ||
Canon EOS Rebel XT | 2005 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1040 gr | ||
Canon EOS Rebel XTi | 2006 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 27-64 mm | 1056 gr | ||
Canon EOS RP | 2019 | Mirrorless | Full frame | 17-40 mm | 985 gr | ||
Nikon D1 | 1999 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D100 | 2002 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D1H | 2001 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D1X | 2001 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D200 | 2005 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D2H | 2003 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D2Hs | 2006 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D2X | 2004 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D2Xs | 2006 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D3 | 2007 | DSLR | Full frame | ||||
Nikon D300 | 2006 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D3000 | 2009 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D300s | 2009 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D3100 | 2010 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D3200 | 2012 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D3300 | 2014 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D3400 | 2016 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D3500 | 2018 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D3s | 2009 | DSLR | Full frame | ||||
Nikon D3x | 2008 | DSLR | Full frame | ||||
Nikon D4 | 2012 | DSLR | Full frame | ||||
Nikon D40 | 2006 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D40x | 2007 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D4s | 2014 | DSLR | Full frame | ||||
Nikon D5 | 2016 | DSLR | Full frame | ||||
Nikon D50 | 2005 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D500 | 2016 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D5000 | 2009 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D5100 | 2011 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D5200 | 2012 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D5300 | 2013 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D5500 | 2015 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D5600 | 2016 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D6 | 2020 | DSLR | Full frame | ||||
Nikon D60 | 2008 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D600 | 2012 | DSLR | Full frame | ||||
Nikon D610 | 2013 | DSLR | Full frame | ||||
Nikon D70 | 2004 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D700 | 2008 | DSLR | Full frame | ||||
Nikon D7000 | 2010 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D70s | 2005 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D7100 | 2013 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D7200 | 2015 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D750 | 2014 | DSLR | Full frame | ||||
Nikon D7500 | 2017 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D780 | 2020 | DSLR | Full frame | ||||
Nikon D80 | 2006 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D800 | 2012 | DSLR | Full frame | ||||
Nikon D800e | 2012 | DSLR | Full frame | ||||
Nikon D810 | 2014 | DSLR | Full frame | ||||
Nikon D810A | 2015 | DSLR | Full frame | ||||
Nikon D850 | 2017 | DSLR | Full frame | ||||
Nikon D90 | 2008 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon Df | 2013 | DSLR | Full frame | ||||
Nikon Z fc | 2021 | Mirrorless | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon Z5 | 2020 | Mirrorless | Full frame | ||||
Nikon Z50 | 2019 | Mirrorless | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon Z6 | 2018 | Mirrorless | Full frame | ||||
Nikon Z6 II | 2020 | Mirrorless | Full frame | ||||
Nikon Z7 | 2018 | Mirrorless | Full frame | ||||
Nikon Z7 II | 2020 | Mirrorless | Full frame | ||||
Nikon Z9 | 2021 | Mirrorless | Full frame |
Pictures (product and sample images)
In order to see larger product images of the lens, click the link below.
Besides looking at product images it is also of interest to see pictures taken with this specific lens. This can give you a hint of what kind of images this lens can achieve, what the focal length will be like etc.
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