Nikon AF-S DX 12-24mm F4 G IF-ED vs Canon EF-S 17-55mm F2.8 IS USM
This is a full comparison between the lenses Nikon AF-S DX 12-24mm F4 G IF-ED and Canon EF-S 17-55mm F2.8 IS USM .
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Product |
Nikon AF-S DX 12-24mm F4 G IF-ED |
Canon EF-S 17-55mm F2.8 IS USM |
| Name | Nikon AF-S DX 12-24mm F4 G IF-ED | Canon EF-S 17-55mm F2.8 IS USM |
| Also known as | Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX 12-24mm F4 G IF-ED | |
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Canon |
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Release Date and Price |
Nikon AF-S DX 12-24mm F4 G IF-ED |
Canon EF-S 17-55mm F2.8 IS USM |
| Release Year | 2002 | 2006 |
| Release Date | ||
| MSRP | 1224 USD | 1179 USD |
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Lens Type |
Nikon AF-S DX 12-24mm F4 G IF-ED |
Canon EF-S 17-55mm F2.8 IS USM |
| Lens Type | Wide Angle Lens | Standard / Normal |
| Zoom or Prime | Zoom lens | Zoom lens |
Mount and Compatibility |
Nikon AF-S DX 12-24mm F4 G IF-ED |
Canon EF-S 17-55mm F2.8 IS USM |
| Mount | Nikon F | Canon EF-S |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | Yes | Yes |
Focus |
Nikon AF-S DX 12-24mm F4 G IF-ED |
Canon EF-S 17-55mm F2.8 IS USM |
| Autofocus (AF) | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes | Yes |
| Motor Type | No information | No information |
| Focus Method | No information | No information |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 30 cm | 35 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | ||
Aperture |
Nikon AF-S DX 12-24mm F4 G IF-ED |
Canon EF-S 17-55mm F2.8 IS USM |
| Maximum Aperture | F4 | F2,8 |
| Diaphragm Blades | No information | No information |
Optics |
Nikon AF-S DX 12-24mm F4 G IF-ED |
Canon EF-S 17-55mm F2.8 IS USM |
| Construction | 11 elements / 7 groups | 19 elements / 12 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | No information | No information |
Focal Length |
Nikon AF-S DX 12-24mm F4 G IF-ED |
Canon EF-S 17-55mm F2.8 IS USM |
| Focal Length | 12-24 mm | 17-55 mm |
| Zoom Range | 12 mm | 38 mm |
| Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
| Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
| Image Stabilization | No |
Yes
IS |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | N/A | N/A |
Physical |
Nikon AF-S DX 12-24mm F4 G IF-ED |
Canon EF-S 17-55mm F2.8 IS USM |
| Weather Sealing | No | No |
| Diameter | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Length | 90 mm | 110 mm |
| Weight | 485 gr | 645 gr |
Other |
Nikon AF-S DX 12-24mm F4 G IF-ED |
Canon EF-S 17-55mm F2.8 IS USM |
| Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
| Filter Diameter | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Lens Hood | Included | Not Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | HB-23 | EW-83J |
| Tripod Collar | N/A | N/A |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |