Used Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L II USM (2007) for Sale — From £299 | UsedLens.co.uk

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Canon's professional ultra-wide zoom with constant f/2.8, a staple for photojournalists.

The Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L II USM was released in 2007 as the second-generation ultra-wide L-series f/2.8 zoom, succeeding the original 17-35mm f/2.8L with extended 1mm wider coverage and a substantially revised optical design that improved corner performance on full-frame sensors. The 82mm filter thread and ring-type USM position it as a professional architectural, landscape, and event ultra-wide zoom. On APS-C bodies the 25.6-56mm equivalent significantly limits the ultra-wide character — the lens performs its intended function primarily on full-frame EOS bodies.

The optical design uses 16 elements in 12 groups, including three aspherical elements and one UD element. Seven rounded aperture blades produce smooth bokeh. The 82mm filter thread is larger than the 77mm L-series professional zoom standard — a dedicated ultra-wide filter set is required. At 640g the lens is moderate for a professional ultra-wide f/2.8 zoom. Minimum focus distance of 0.22m enables close foreground-to-background environmental compositions. Constant f/2.8 aperture is maintained across the full 16-35mm range. Ring-type USM provides fast, silent AF with full-time manual focus override. L-series dust and moisture sealing is built in.

The 16-35mm f/2.8L II's practical application is professional architectural, landscape, interior, and event photography on full-frame bodies where the combination of ultra-wide coverage and f/2.8 constant aperture is required. The 0.22m minimum focus enables close foreground subjects with broad background context in a single frame — a compositional technique associated with ultra-wide landscape photography. The revised optical formula substantially improved corner performance versus the predecessor 17-35mm f/2.8L on full-frame at wider apertures, addressing the primary criticism of the original design.

On the used market the EF 16-35mm f/2.8L II USM is widely available at accessible L-series prices. Condition checks: ring USM response, L-series sealing at the zoom barrel, and front element for coating damage from 82mm filter use. The Canon EF 16-35mm f/4L IS USM (2014) provides IS at constant f/4 in a lighter body at similar or lower used prices — the recommended choice for photographers who do not need f/2.8. The Canon RF 15-35mm f/2.8L IS USM is the native RF equivalent with added IS. Compatible with all Canon EOS DSLR bodies and via EF-RF adapter on EOS R bodies.

Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L II USM generations

This page covers the Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L II USM (2007). Not to be confused with its sibling model:

Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III USM (2016 successor) →

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£329.00 £334.00

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£374.00 £409.00

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£376.00 £389.00

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£384.00 £395.00

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£384.00 £389.00

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£384.00 £389.00

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£384.00 £389.00

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£385.00 £396.00

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£390.00 £405.00

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£390.00 £419.00

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£404.00 £409.00

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£404.00 £420.00

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£404.00 £409.00

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£404.00 £409.00

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£419.00 £425.00

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£419.00 £435.00

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£419.00 £435.00

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£434.00 £439.00

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£439.00 £444.00

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£449.00 £465.00

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Used Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L II USM price history

Tracking the used Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L II USM price? Over the past month, the average has fallen 1.5%, from £425 to around £418. Depending on age and condition, expect to pay between £384 and £450 for a used lens.

Average market price (line) and typical price range (shaded). Source: UsedLens daily price index, 11 Jun – 23 Jul 2026.