Canon EF 28-200mm f/3.5-5.6 USM Standard Zoom Lens for Canon SLR Cameras: Customer Reviews & Product Details

I love this lens. It adds a little weight but still able to hold with one hand. It does exactly what you expect it to.

The initial results were excellent, but I must admit I was a little surprised to see how long the lens becomes when at maximum focal length. The weight also intimidated me at first, but when mounted on a Canon Digital Rebel XTi with a battery grip attached, it seems to balance out decently.

I do have to say that, in accordance with other reviews, low light is not a friend of this lens. I haven't done much outdoor photography (due to time contraints, time of the year, etc.), but what I've done has turned out very clear and pleasing. I have a feeling that well-lit outdoor shots is where this lens might excel best.

This is definitely a massive upgrade over the kit lens (in focal length, size, weight, and quality), so be prepared for all four.

I'm not sure if the price justified the purchase, but I think that if good care is taken of this lens, then over time it will surely pay itself off.

Do I recommend? Only if you find the Digital Rebel kit lens too limiting, and want that extra focal length, if you don't mind the extra size, if you have a need for the extra zoom, and are ready for upgrading. Otherwise, practice on the kit lens or a cheaper lens for a while before moving up.

This lens is the perfect all around zoom for your camera. There is really no need to have to keep switching lenses when this 28-200mm is attached. Quick auto focus and clear pics. The only drawback I have experienced so far is the lack of a lock on the lens. It has a tendency to entend itself from the movement as you walk. But all in all I am extremely satisfied.

If you're a professional photographer, you can probably ignore this review. But then you probably won't be thinking about buying this lens anyway, as you'll be off to purchase a nice L series.

However, if - like me - you just happen to have a nice Canon Digital Rebel camera (or equivalent) and enjoy taking decent pictures, this lens will probably work out very well for you. I've taken well over 1000 pictures with it in a couple of weeks, and it has performed very much as expected. For the price, it's perfect for a go-everywhere lens.

A few main points. Okay, it's not the best image quality. Even on low/medium ISO it seems a little grainy and its not as sharp as some of the more expensive Canon lenses. It struggles indoors unless you have a good flash unit, but for well-lit outdoor shoots it's works very well.

Of course, it would be nice to have a nice L series with IS, but if you can't afford that then this is a very good value lens. Not for the real professionals, but great if you don't take things too seriously and just want a bit more zoom - and, let's face it, who doesn't want a but more zoom!

What a wonderful lens!! I'm purely a hobby shooter, but I do like to take nice shots. I took this to the zoo the other day and was able to take fantastic closeups of the polar bears, even through glass, and pick out the details on the butterfly wings. The lens is not as heavy as I had feared, and unlike some zooms it does not telescope out under its own weight, so it was comfortable enough to keep carrying all day. I'm using it on a Canon D60 and am nothing but pleased with the performance so far.