The Canon EF 50-200mm 3.5-4.5 is an EF mount normal-to-telephoto zoom lens. It is one of the first lenses in the Canon EF series.
In June 1988, Canon announced the EF 50-200mm 3.5-4.5L lens. This lens has very similar physical qualities compared to the EF50-200mm 3.5-4.5. The main difference is that this is an L lens, meaning that the lens contains special lens elements which better correct for various aberrations. In the case of the EF 50-200mm 3.5-4.5 L, both an ultra-low dispersion ("UD") and a synthetic crystal fluorite ("Fluorite") were used. Aside from the different optical construction and slight variation in weight and length, the L and non-L lenses were basically identical. Note that at this time period Canon did not protect its L zooms against adverse elements such as weather. Both this lens and the similar duo EF 100-300mm 5.6 and its L variant lacked weather sealing construction, sharing the same housing as their non-L counterparts. Canon did, however, supply the L versions with lens hoods and cases at the time of purchase, which were available for the non-L lenses for separate purchase.
Specifications Attribute 3.5-4.5 3.5-4.5L ImageKey features Full-frame compatible Yes Image stabilizer No Ultrasonic Motor No Stepping Motor No L-series No Yes Macro NoTechnical data Focal length 50 mm–200 mm Aperture (max/min) 3.5–4.5 / 29 Construction16 elements / 13 groups16 elements / 14 groups # of diaphragm blades8 Closest focusing distance Max. magnification0.23 x Horizontal viewing angle Vertical viewing angle Diagonal viewing anglePhysical data Weight Maximum diameter Length Filter diameter 58 mmAccessories Lens case Lens hood Retail information Release date December 1987 June 1988 Currently in production? No MSRP yen 72,100 105,500
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