Canon EF 24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM Review
The Canon EF 24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM ($599.99) may be a budget lens when compared with the company's line of L lenses that are often paired with full-frame Canon cameras, but it's a quality zoom nonetheless. It doesn't offer fixed wide aperture of the go-to lens of many a pro, the EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II ($1,899.00 at Amazon) , but it includes image stabilization, betters its zoom range, and is quite compact given its range of coverage. It's a solid alternative for photographers looking for a lighter, less expensive lens for a full-frame body, but it does show some distortion throughout its zoom range.
The 24-105mm ($599.00 at Adorama) measures 4.1 by 3.3 inches (HD), weighs about 1.2 pounds, and uses 77mm from filters. It's noticeably lighter than the EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM ($1,149) zoom (4.2 by 3.2 inches, 1.5 pounds), but it omits the weatherproofing that you get when you buy an L series lens. There are just a few control toggles on the lens—a lock to keep the lens set at 24mm...
The Canon EF 24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM is an inexpensive zoom lens for full-frame Canon cameras. It's quite sharp, but requires some distortion correction to get the best results.
Quite sharp; Light and compact; STM focus motor; Optical stabilization system; Full-frame coverage; Attractive price point
Distortion throughout zoom range; Narrow maximum aperture; Lens hood not included