Uwa 11-24

[HDNitehawk]

If the MTF charts are any indication, and lately they have been an indication of where the IQ falls compared to other lenses in the lineup, this lens will be extremely sharp.

But the giant bulbous lens is a big negative because it would be very difficult to use external filters.

[Kayaker72]

But the giant bulbous lens is a big negative because it would be very difficult to use external filters.

True, but I like what Canon has done here. The 16-35 f/4 IS is "affordable" and great for most photographers. The 16-35 f/2.8 II is still in production for just a bit more, and now the 11-24 f/4 is available...or will be. The price, size/bulb, and extreme UWA is obviously aimed at a very dedicated niche. That group will likely not have an issue investing in the Wonderpana system.

While many do not use f/2.8 much for UWA, updating an f/2.8 UWA lens would complete the trifecta.

[conropl]

While many do not use f/2.8 much for UWA, updating an f/2.8 UWA lens would complete the trifecta.

If it was f/2.8 I would be more likely to buy it. At that aperture it would be a real nice starscape lens. As it is, it would just be a wide angle. For me the 16-35 f/4 fits my wide agle needs better.