Canon EF 35mm f/2 IS USM Review - Canon's Hidden Gem
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- The video review of the Canon EF 35mm f/2 IS USM lens. This review thoroughly covers the various aspects of this excellent prime lens. A more thorough written review along with a large image gallery can be found at dustinabbott.net/2014/03/canon.... Thanks for watching!
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You're doing great Dustin. Just picked this lens up quite recently and been loving it. Keep up the great work
Thank you, Mark. Glad you are enjoying the lens.
You REALLY really nailed this review... no stupid subjective scores, no BS - just observations based on your usage.
Bravo - keep the reviews coming - Subscribed!
Nice review, mr. Abbott.
I like the simplicity and the clear way you explain things.
Thank you.
I find video reviews much more efficient than written ones. Keep 'em up! :)
Thanks...will do!
Hi Dustin, Happy to see this lens receive a bit of love! I have used it for the last year and really think it is under-rated! Immaculate build quality, great results SOTC and what is even more important to me; a great balance on most FF cameras. My only grief is that Canon still insist on not including lens hood with this, however the new lens cap design is almost worth it!
+Morts Lindholm I agree. It is a gem that I appreciate more and more as I review other alternatives. One of the best things about it is that it focuses so consistently! I too wish the lens hood was included, but the flare resistance from the lens is so good that I don't actually miss it for field work.
this Lens is my work horse for the past 2 years, its a Marvelous lens and i would recommend it for professional use without doubt .
It's a very underrated lens.
FYI still very under-rated :P
Really great work man. No theatrical BS… just clear, succinct and cogent.
Some impressive adjectives there ;) Thank you!
Terrific comprehensive and informative overview of this lens.
Thank you
Very nice review as always, sir! I must say that your professional, all-business style of review is a welcome and refreshing change to other reviewers who inject emotion, profanity, and unrelated commentary into their "reviews". (I wish you tested Fujifilm gear!) Thanks again!
Stay tuned. I'm starting a new partnership with Fujifilm Canada this fall.
Great review! You cover exactly the information we need to know about.
Glad to hear it.
Thanks for the review, I ordered one yesterday hoping to have it by the middle of the week. Excited to work with it.
I think you'll enjoy that.
Great review.
great in-depth review, very helpful
You're welcome.
Nice video, I have finally ordered me. My 40mm pankake has been working in my photo box for some time and doing a perfect job on the 6D. Sometimes I need a bit more reserve in a dark environment, here the 35mm f2.0 IS will support me very well. Thank you Dustin.
Enjoy the lens. It's an excellent one.
Another very informative video Dustin, the canon 35mm f2 is now on my hit list to own :)
19davo57channel It's a sweet lens. I really wish that Canon would make a 50mm prime with a similar form factor.
Hey Dustin, I think I'll go for it, soon! I've found a second hand copy which also includes the original lens hood.
Thanks for your review, as always, accurate.
Enjoy your new lens. I think you'll love it!
I like your style. Thanks for the review!
Thank you.
Nice concise review, nice website and website review. I have a used 35 f/2 IS USM lens arriving tomorrow and look forward to using it and comparing it to my Nikon 35 f/2.0 D, 35 f/1.8 G and Yongnuo 35 f/2 in Canon EF mount. As you can tell, I like the 35mm focal length.
You'll have to check back in and tell me how you like it compared to your other lenses. Be sure to do it as a fresh comment so it turns up in my feed
Watched this video buying this lens and I absolutely love it! Did a review on it myself. It’s so underrated
It's definitely an underrated gem.
Thank you again for talking about it and sharing it on UA-cam!
Some years ago I bought this lens after seeing Dustin's review .. was happy with it on my crop sensor .. then I sold it when I upgraded to 5D Mark IV thinking L lenses was the way to go. Huge mistake! Bought it again now brand new and best ever for 5D IV with an insane picture quality. So here again enjoying with Dustin, as I know it is one of his favourites too! Lesson learnt: think before selling lenses as good ones gets pricier .. unlike camera bodies which only go down. I cannot handle all these modern lenses now that weigh 1Kg and this one is just perfect.
There's something to be said for being reasonably sized.
still relevant, at least for me. thank you for the effort and the sharing. thumbs up.
It's a great lens, and I wish Canon would make more in that vein.
my favourite after dark lens, often a go to for difficult night shots hand held
It's a great value lens, for sure.
A great review. Always informative!
My pleasure.
great review! I have a question. I had used 40mm f2.8 in the past on canon 6d but i didnt enjoy that lens much for its colors were not that great as 16-35mm f4 IS had. How would you compare its color rendition with 40mm f2.8 or 16-35mm f4 IS.
The 35IS is actually really good in this regard. Definitely more special than the 40mm.
Thank You Dustin, once again you provided an excellent review of a lens I am considering.. I also need to look around patreon and try and get of the conversion fee my bank is charging to support your work... Have a great day to you too, Dustin..
I wish you the best with that. I don't think that should be happening.
I've kept telling myself that with already owning the excellent EF 24-70 f2.8 II, I didn't really need a lens like this... but I am very, very tempted by your glowing and informative review, especially as I do a lot of lowlight photography such as at folk clubs etc.
It is a tempting addition due to having a few extra features - small size, image stabilization, and a larger maximum aperture. That being said, your 24-70LII is a fantastic lens.
@@DustinAbbottTWI Thank you. Would you say there is any noticeable difference in image quality between the 35 F2 and the 24-70? I'm not very experienced but I've found zoom lenses generally seem to fall a bit short of primes when it comes to rendering human faces, although the 24-70 LII does seem better than any other zoom I've tried in that department.
Please Review more lenses - it's realy nice to see how You present the lenses.
More Reviews
They'll keep coming. Thank you.
Great review! I have a question, is the one stop difference between the Tamron 24-70mm VC and the 35mm IS enough to make a difference?
Good question. That depends on your application. I would say that handholdability difference for low shutter speeds is only marginally better for the Canon. At near to minimum focus distance, the depth of field is definitely more shallow with the Canon, and there will be a bit more delineation when shooting, say, a full length portrait with the Canon. There is some overlap between the lenses, however.
Would love to see a review of the 24mm from the same series, done by you.
Gilles van Leeuwen Thanks, Gilles. We'll see if we can fit that in during a slow time at some point.
I bought this for a 77D, and I absolutely love it. Sharp, nice tasty bokeh, quick and accurate AF, and I absolutely believe that the IS can pull 4 stops.
It is really an underrated lens, for sure.
@@DustinAbbottTWI Dustin, could you please tell how the IS of this oldie 35mm works on mirrorless Canon R6 with the adapter? can't find the chart. thanks a lot!
Hi Dustin, thanks for the review. A lot of positive side of the lens. Which one is much better the canon 35 IS f2 or the tamron 35 VC f1.8?
The Canon has a little smoother bokeh and faster focus. The Tamron has better build, is a bit sharper, and has much better magnification.
Hi, Dustin. First of all, thanks for the review! It made me settle on this lens. I've just got it and immediately noticed one thing that is bothering me a bit. The lens' AF is being very noisy while recording a video. It keeps microfocusing all the time and sounds like a machine gun. Is it normal for this lens? I'm using it with a Canon 90D. Thx!
Hmmm, I don't recall it being particularly loud for video, but DSLR video was less common (at least for me) when I was using it, too.
Great review Dustin. Im still stuck on which lens to pick up before my trip to Seoul! The 24mm, 28mm or the 35mm! I have the 50mm f/1.8 STM which I recently picked up and love. I also have the 24mm-105 kit lens on my 5d2. So lots of street photography, architecture etc to take. Which focal length would think best compliments what i already have? Any input would be greatly appreciated!
I'm a big fan of this lens as a walkaround lens, and I live the fact that it gives you a full stop advantage of light over the other two options.
I've been kinda leaning towards the 35mm. Now it's down to this or the Tamron SP 35!
Excellent review
Thank you!
Five years later, could you still recommend this lens? Still shooting crop (80D & M5) and was torn between the EOS M 32mm F1.4 and this lens to give me that 56mm focal range. The EF lens can be used on both cameras hence it being an option.
I sold my own copy when I purchased the Canon 35LII, but yes, I still think it is an excellent lens.
Hi Dustin ! I have a 6d ii, which I use with a 24-105mm stm lens and a 50mm stm. What I am looking for is a cheap lens for general use in low light situations. The 50mm is too long for what I want and so I am looking for a wider one, either this 35mm or the much cheaper 40mm stm (or an even wider perhaps?). Which one of the two would you suggest?
If you don't mind spending the extra cash over the 40mm, go for this lens. The rendering is much more special.
Very nice review! Tks
You're welcome.
Yes the build quality of this lens is much better than Canon’s older gold ring lenses. I also like the look of this lens when mounted on a FF body.
It's a nice little lens, for sure.
Hi Dustin, congrats on your great job. I've recently bought an 80D with 18-135mm nano USM, and add an EF-S 10-18mm. I'd like to ask if you recommend the purchase of this 35mm lens to my kit (mostly to approach 50mm angle of view in APS-C with a prime). Canon has been made great sales down here in Brazil, and I've bought the EF-S 60mm MACRO, one nifty fifty, EF-S 55-250 and EF 85mm f/1.8 too.
Best regards
Alexandre
That sounds like a good choice. I've said for a while that for APS-C shooters this may be the best "50mm" option available.
Thanks! And happy new year!
Hi again
Allow me to ask you again regarding this lens: i ended purchasing the EF-S 24mm for my 80D (mostly based on your review) and loved it. And I’m thinking of purchase a full frame in the near future. Is it reasonable to buy this EF 35 IS for use with APS-C, giving that I already have an 24mm?
Mr. Scott! thank you for the review
LOL - I get the Michael Scott thing all the time
Hey Dustin!! Would this be a good lens for filming a podcast or interview, story telling indoors? It would really just be me sitting on a chair talking. Not two people I don’t think. I have an 85mm f 1.2, which is great and some f4 zooms (zooms that would probably be insufficient indoors). What do you think? Thanks.
It should work very well for that purpose.
Really great review!
Thanks, Oliver
Dustin Abbott
Would you recommend buying a lens hood for it?
Im thinking about it, just for the protection of the lens.
i know i can get filters that does that, but i don't like filters on my lens.
Oliver Overbuary
I haven't purchased one yet, but I might at some point. I'm not concerned about flare resistance (no problem), but I wouldn't mind having the protection of a hood when I'm "roaming" in the woods with the camera just on a Black Rapid type strap.
Dustin Abbott this was the review that made me choose this over the Sigma. I love the image quality and bokeh I am getting but I have a small issue with the AF motor. I find it makes a lot more noise than my other USM lenses and sometimes even a loud clicking noise with IS turned on. Did you notice anything like this? I don't know if mine has an issue or not.
+justin holding that sounds like an issue to me. I've never encountered anything like what you were describing
Nice video....Do you still recommend this lens (for stills) now that it is almost 5 years later? I am looking for a 35mm or 50mm prime to use with a 5D4, (mainly for weddings and engagements, etc) so I am considering this one, plus I like the idea of IS. I'd be interested in your thoughts Dustin. Thanks..........
I do still like it. I've personally switched to the Canon Ef 35mm F1.4L II (which I like even better), but that lens is in a whole different price bracket. The 35IS is still an underrated gem.
@@DustinAbbottTWI OK Thanks for the info. Is that version I or version II you bought. Appreciated.......................................Philip
Version II. It's a much better lens than the MK 1
you are our of focus Dustin
Hi Dustin. Love your videos.
I have a 28mm 2.8 IS
I’m looking for a faster lens on my APSC camera. Looking for a 35. I’m torn between the tameron 1.8 or the canon F2.
My question is. Is there a significant difference in light between F2 and -F2.8? To warrant trading in my 28mm for the 35mm?
Thanks.
F2 lets in twice as much light as F2.8
Thanks for your response. Hey picked up the 35mm 2.0. I love it.
any big reasons other than f2 to get this over the 28 or 24? I want to use it for video too, thus need IS.
DCUPtoejuice Not really. All three lenses are very competent. It just comes down to what focal length you need the most.
This is by far my most favorite EF lens, especially when shooting film with the EOS 1n or 1v.
It's definitely a fun lens.
Hi Dustin what would you suggest between canon 35 f2 vs canon 1.4 L (non IS ) vs Sigma 35 f1.4 Art as theses are now around same price point.
The Tamron 35mm F1.8 VC is also a good choice. The Sigma is the best optically of the bunch, but it has inconsistent focus. If you can get the original 35mm F1.4 for that price, it's a great lens despite being not as sharp. The Tamron is also a good choice.
Dustin Abbott your vintage videos are still relevant in ever evolving tech times. Thanks for answering the many people who value your videos and input. Well done my friend.
@@rumporridge1 LOL - my production value was a whole lot weaker, but my brain still worked back then ;)
Given canon came out with RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM, any advice on how this compares with this EF 35mm
I have no idea. I haven't had a chance to test it yet.
Would you recommend this lens for Aps-c cameras?
I'm still use my old Canon 7D with kit lens and want a fast prime lens with good built quality.
My niffty fiftty (1.8 ii) is broken and the focal length was too zoomed in for my crop camera. And the build quality was really bad. My friend borrowed it and broke it. now it only works on 1.8 Aperture. lol
I think it is a really nice option for your 7D, actually.
Dustin Abbott .. Thanks for the quick reply. 🙂
Is it worth getting this lens considering the 24mm is similar to a 35mm on a crop camera and the 40mmis similar to it on full sensor camera?
I'm assuming you are asking for APS-C? If so, this is actually one of the most compelling 50mm equivalent lenses on APS-C
Thanks Dustin. I had recently purchased the Canon 28 f/1.8. It is too wide and a bit unnatural. I believe the 35mm f/2 I believe will be much better. After viewing your review, I will return and exchange the 28 for the 35. Cheers.
I think that is a solid choice. The 28mm f/1.8 is also not as sharp at wide apertures, so you will enjoy the improved sharpness.
Nice review. I just purchased a minty used copy.
Enjoy!
I have a lot of success with a lot of used copies.
Nice review. I'd be interested in your opinion about my particular setup -- I'm using the 70D, and have the Canon 17-55mm 2.8 IS as my main lens (I also have the Canon 10-18mm variable aperture IS as well as the Canon 70-200mm f4 IS). I like my zooms, very sharp, good quality and IS for video work (which I do a lot of). However...
I've been looking at this lens for quite some time to get just a *bit* more of an open lens but also just to put on and walk around without the larger zooms. I realize this is a large lens, and so some part of me leans towards getting, say, the Canon (can you tell I mostly like Canon lenses? :>) 24 or 28 2.8 IS lenses -- I give up that extra stop (well, almost an extra stop) but I can get a smaller lens. Or I could just get one of the pancakes but then I give up IS (Sigh -- you just can't have it all, can you?).
It sounds like you mostly (or exclusively) shoot full frame, but do you have any thoughts on using this lens on my 70D for this purpose? (Namely, I most likely wouldn't take it out for dedicated shooting but only those spur of the moment occasions when a larger lens might cause me to leave my camera behind. And for extreme low light).
I really like this lens on a crop body, too. It provides a near 50mm focal length with great IQ wide open and nice weight. I think the 24 or 28mm lenses might be more redundant with your current kit.
Thanks for the prompt reply. Definitely considering it, then (particularly since there's currently the Canon instant $50 rebate).
Thanks for the great review Dustin. Would you recommend this or the Tamron 35mm 1.4 SP? Tough decision!
No, it wouldn't be tough for me. I'd definitely go for the Tamron. It's fabulous.
@@DustinAbbottTWI thanks!
I think this guy Chris is confused and meant the Tamron 35 1.8
Hello and thank you for this great video and testing. I have for two years this Canon 35mm f2 is usm. I just bought a Canon RP as a replacement for my old 6D. I am using the 35 f2 is usm on the RP with an RF-EF adapter ring. In your opinion: Will the new RF 35mm f1.8 Macro stm perform better than the EF 35mm f2 is usm? The difference in image rendering if there is any, can it justify that I buy this new RF 35 to replace my EF 35? In advance thank you for your response. (Note that the RF Macro option will not be an important point in my decision ...)
Sincerely,
Philgood ...
I actually like the rendering of this lens better than the RF lens, myself.
@@DustinAbbottTWI Truly ? Can you tell me a little more please ? What do you like best about the 35 f2 is usm ? Is the image rendering better than with the RF 35 ? Or is that something else that makes you prefer the 35 f2 is usm ?
@@DustinAbbottTWI And in vidéo mode, in auto focus too (servo)?
Can I use this lens with my Canon 70D since its not a full frame camera? Thanks
+Jedy Munder thanks!
all canon EF lenses can be mounted on any canon SLR or DSLR with the EOS EF lens mount. Every canon rebel ever made, the 40D, 50D, 60D, and all full frame canons can use this lens. You just have to take into account the 1.6x crop factor (35mm f/2.0 x 1.6 becomes an adjusted 56mm f/~3.2). Also... you could just google this and get an answer alot faster next time.
M Dat thanks for your gentle response. Every time I read one of those questions from a crop sensor user, I cringe. Of course it will work. Of course you have to multiply the focal length by the crop factor, 1.6. What people don't usually realize, is that you also have to multiply the maximum aperture, here F2, by 1.6, making this a F3.2 lens.
hi Dustin, which side do you recommend for image quality, canon 20,24,28 f/2.8 35 f/2 or nikon 20,24,28, 35 f/1.8 ?
The 24, 28, and 35 Canons have the best image quality. I really like the 35mm f/2 IS.
+Dustin Abbott thanks for answering, so theyre enough quality to use in 6d?
+emir All three that I have mentioned definitely are. The 20mm is an older lens and isn't up to the level of the others optically.
Thank you Mr Abbott
My pleasure.
I have the Canon 35mm 1.4L. It is an older lens with no weather sealing. It works well even at 1.4 very sharp but contrast is lower. The 35mm 2.0 IS is a much newer lens and has IS. At $550 it is still pricey and they do not even throw in a lens hood or pouch.
Nice Video 👌🏻
Thanks
I bought this lens last year because of your review. I have had 2 Sigma lenses now and returned them both. I still have a tamron lens, and i can't get the focus right of those third party lenses, not even with the docking stations. So I stick to Canon now and buy occasions if they are too expensive to buy new. This lens is outstanding. I find it compares to an L lens but much cheaper. A great walk around lens if you do streetphotografy or on vacation. I was a bit disappointed that you didn't have a review on the Canon EF 24mm f/1.4L USM II. Are you planning on doing one for that lens too? For me that will be too late, I just bought an occasion, but I still wil watch it. :-) Thanks for your excellent reviews.
Hi there - I probably won't be covering any of the older Canon EF lenses at this point. I'm completely moved over to mirrorless at this point.
I own both 35mm f2 IS USM and 24mm f1.4 II. I like 24mm L lens’s color more than 35mm. 24mm L lens’s build and aperture is better. But I still love 2 lenses on my 6D2.
Thank you man!
+Andriy Bilous you bet!
many thanks
You're welcome
Wow, he cuts all the way down to brass tacks!
Like seriously thumbs up.
Thanks for the feedback!
Thanks for the review, Dustin. I just bought this lens based on your informative rambling and it is fantastic. I would recomend it to anyone.
Glad to ramble in your favor...
Mr. Abbott... Since this review was awakened... I wonder how it compares to the RF 35 f1.8 ????
For a wedding would you recommend this over the tamron's?
They are both pretty much equal in my mind.
Thank you!
Would you use it in the rain?
+TOMO Studio I have (light rain), but I wouldn't push it with a lens that lacks weather sealing. If this is a big deal to you, I recommend that you look at the Tamron 35mm f/1.8 VC instead - similar price and has very robust weather sealing.
I prefer this lens to the RF 35mm F1.8 IS. It has proper USM motor, equally as effective IS, sharpness, vignette. The only thing is needing an adapter to use on RF cameras. That sudo macro function on 35RF slows down the af quite a bit which already suffering from poor stm motor.
That's a fair point.
Do you recommend this 35 len on my 90D?
I like taking videos
To be honest, I tested this lens before video AF on DSLRs was a common thing. I can't really recall how quiet or smooth the focus is for video. I don't feel qualified to give you a strong recommendation one way or another.
@@DustinAbbottTWI okay thank you.
This nearly a decade year video is still very relevant. Since the Tamron 35 f1.4 is very heavy and I don't like that it's made in china, I am now considering this lens. How would you compare the IQ on both lenses at f2 ? Thanks
I've always liked this lens, though the Tamron is exceptional optically. I think the little Canon is still worth buying, for sure.
Hello,did you get it?What's your opinion on this lens now, in 2024? I'm thinking to get one.
@@Mr.Feanor not yet. I was waiting for Canon to release RF version. I did buy the Tamron, but returned it. Doesn't feel nice 9n my hands and it's always sweaty, and I dislike made in china.
@@nokianx400 Thanks for the answer🙌
How would this lens perform for astrophotography?
It does fairly well, as I remember, though you would be better off to check my text review than to rely on my memory (I've literally reviewed hundreds of pieces of gear since this review!)
Remains one of the best lenses Canon ever made, on par with the new RF lenses
Agreed.
I would LOVE a 50mm f/1.X version of this.
+brickboiler You and me both!
I know this is a few years old but this vs Tamron 35mm?
It's a hard call. The Tamron has a much better magnification figure and a better build. The Canon has a little softer bokeh.
Dustin Abbott thank you. Excellent videos by the way!
Is this the same material as the 50mm 1.4?
Are you referring to the build quality? If so, I would say it is slightly nicer but not dissimilar
@@DustinAbbottTWI I’m about to get one. I’m looking for a wide angle lens
Hi, I have a Canon EOS 70d, which i often use with the EF 50mm 1.8 and the EF 85mm 1.8, they are quiet good for portraits, but once I work in a very small studio I just can't get nice and larger pictures, then when I need shoots at least over knee length - and I need it often once I work with fashion photography, i have to change to my Canon EFS 18-55mm, it's then only one I have beside the two other ones I've mentioned before, but I'm just not happy with the results with this 18-55mm, specially when it comes to sharpness... Could you please suggest me a lens for my purpose, not forgetting I'm shooting in a not more than 25 square meters room thanks
Zizi, this lens would certainly be complimentary to your existing kit, and the image quality blows away the 18-55mm kit lens. Many choose a prime kit along the lines of 35/85/135. The working distance on the 135 is long with a crop sensor, so that isn't a great choice. Here's a secondary kit that I would suggest in your case - add the 35IS, and then considering replacing the 85 with the 100L Macro IS. It is a fabulous portrait lens, and will allow to go in really close in the studio to isolate details.
Thanks very much Dustin! :-)
Great Review, you remind me of Steve Carell
I've heard that a few times!
I love that series I wish a 50mm 1.4 IS appears with new formula. That 35 is a stealth L lens.
I completely agree.
Why is the focus point of your video, behind your head?
One of the hazards of trying to do the setup in advance without anyone behind the camera
What you think to astrophotography this lent?
+David Miguel Not bad, not amazing. It will work.
You have a link With some astrophotography photos With this lent?
+David Miguel Not really. I personally prefer a wider focal length for shooting astraphotography.
+Dustin Abbott im gonna buy for my canon.... tokina AT-X 11-20/2.8 PRO DX II :)
How do you feel about it today?
I haven't owned one in years because I've switched wholly to mirrorless, but I still think it is an underrated lens.
Hi,, I'm using Canon 60d and planning to buy a wide prime lense for shooting in a tight space room. I'm interested with this lense and will be using it for Make Up Candid photography and Close Up portrait of wedding ring. Do you think this lense would cover my need, or can you give me suggestions of another lenses I can use for those two photo objects. thank you in advance.
+Muamar Hafidz If you really want the 35mm focal length and to do a lot of close-ups, the Tamron 35mm f/1.8 VC might be even better. It can focus down VERY closely.
What about the color saturation and the durability of the lense. some said that Tamron isn't that good in body construction
Muamar Hafidz
That is completely false. The Tamron has a far superior build quality, including metal construction and weather sealing. I own the 35 IS, and love it, but the Tamron's build is much better.
I want one
It's a sweet little lens.
Romantic Canon Meeting :D
Oh yes, I have those quite often :)
Just bought the lense. Thanks for your review! :)
i have the original 35/F2, excellent lens
I found this lens a big upgrade from that one.
I still think it's an expensive lens compared to non IS lenses. You really need to want the IS I feel. I've found that IS on wider lenses isn't *that* great for video. It's nice, but I can keep a 35mm steady enough that IS does very little I feel.
It's much more than the IS. The image quality, handling, and autofocus punches way above its price point
The older version of this lens and the IS version are not even in the same league. The newer IS version has an additional two, rounded aperture blades for much better bokeh, larger elements ( I think in Dif. groups) and I'm sure, much improved lens coatings.. Not to mention Image Stabilization, which allows for much better keeper ratios handheld in low light situations at insanely slow shutter speeds.
I just bought this lens and did some testing for an hour on 5D2. Everything was as described except that I could NOT get a measurable benefit from IS for photos. The IS is working and I can hear it running and it adds a little bit of smoothness to video. I tried the following shutter speeds shooting a fixed object handheld with 5 repeat shots IS on then off and my keeper rate was the same at every shutter speed. Please help me understand if I am missing something, but IS was nearly worthless in my tests. Otherwise the lens is fantastic, but I would rather dole out the money for a faster 35 than have a worthless IS.
DCUPtoejuice I'd touch base with Canon about that. This is one of the most handholdable lenses in existence, and you should be seeing some effect from the excellent IS.
Dustin Abbott I'll do some more testing with RAW files. I called Canon and they did not add any information. Is there a specific set of tests that I can do to maximize the effect of IS verses non-IS? I've been using still subjects and stepping down the lens to f8 and handholding.
DCUPtoejuice
There isn't anything you can do to force IS performance. Usually shooting something like text gives you a good idea of how much shake is involved.
Dustin Abbott I finally started seeing the IS work for me. This is my new standard lens on my 5D2. It is so versatile and I am so happy with it and the value.
DCUPtoejuice
I'm glad to hear it. I continue to love mine.
Great review, thank you! I'm looking at this to potentially replace my Sigma 18-35... The Sigma is fantastic, but I recently started travelling to Europe often and weight/size has now become a higher priority... Sigmas feel like carrying a bag of bricks 😵💫
If that's an issue, then you'll enjoy the light weight.
are you out of focus?
I respect this Review “Mr. Dustin”... but we all know it’s you.... Michael Scott. I’m calling Dundler Mifflin as we speak.
LOL
Not seeing why someone would buy this when you can get the canon v1 for 550 and art for 450
Image stabilization, for one. Secondly, the autofocus is MUCH more reliable than the ART lens.
Why is this entire video out of focus?
Back then cameras didn't reliably autofocus during video, so I often manually focused in advance. I didn't always get it right!!
Bla - bla - bla ... Where are your samples??
NO pictures taking with the lense just talk talk that is not too good, that is why Christopher Frost is the best lense reviewer I ahev seen so fand on UA-cam and Daren Miles these tow are the best
did you look at the webpage? lots of shots there.
dustinabbott.net/2014/03/canon-ef-35mm-f2-is-usm-review/
there were some pictures dude
what are you doing on youtube? You are supposed to provide very little useful information over a very long time span.