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 09/03/2004 02:07:23 PM · #1
Does anyone know if this lens has been discontinued?
 09/03/2004 02:26:06 PM · #2
Hmm, well it was in stock 3 weeks ago when I got mine :)
 09/03/2004 02:31:36 PM · #3
I haven't seen any news about it beeing discontinued. It's one of the more affordable Canon L lenses. Here in holland I see plenty of supply of the lens.
 09/03/2004 02:37:38 PM · #4
it's no longer on the canon website ... ;-(

//consumer.usa.canon.com/ir/controller?act=ProductCatIndexAct&fcategoryid=148
 09/03/2004 02:40:23 PM · #5
Originally posted by agwright:
it's no longer on the canon website ... ;-(

//consumer.usa.canon.com/ir/controller?act=ProductCatIndexAct&fcategoryid=148


This is true. It's still listed on Canon's lens chart (pdf) and shows up via Search > Where to buy.
 09/03/2004 02:42:55 PM · #6
Take a look at

//photography-on-the.net/forum/viewtopic.php?t=43366
 09/03/2004 02:44:31 PM · #7
I'd be really surprised if Canon discontinued that lens. It's one of their best sellers and one of their best wide angle zooms.

It is still available at B &H for $689.95

Don't believe that. EF-S lenses are only for the Rebel and the 20D, EF-S don't work on the other SLR's.

Message edited by author 2004-09-03 14:45:42.
 09/03/2004 02:47:46 PM · #8
It's the only lens I really want to buy - heard so many great things about it... :-(
 09/03/2004 02:56:48 PM · #9
I actually placed an order for this lens last night... I got it from Beach Camera for $669 + $19 shipping. It's going out today via FedEx.

This is the first I read about it being discontinued. ...No matter. I'm still looking forward to receiving it early next week.

09/03/2004 02:58:35 PM · #10
Discontinued? it was introduced this spring, wasn't it?

I'd say try the Tamrom 17-40 2.8-4.0Di it's actualy better than the Canon.
 09/03/2004 03:04:31 PM · #11
Perhaps Canon will drop the price of the 16-35 F2.8 L to the 17-40's level? :)
 09/03/2004 03:13:10 PM · #12
Originally posted by Azrifel:
Perhaps Canon will drop the price of the 16-35 F2.8 L to the 17-40's level? :)


LOL keep dreaming! LOL
 09/03/2004 03:18:55 PM · #13
Originally posted by doctornick:
Originally posted by Azrifel:
Perhaps Canon will drop the price of the 16-35 F2.8 L to the 17-40's level? :)


LOL keep dreaming! LOL


at almost double the price...that would be one steep drop...then they'd have to drop the 17-40 to the price of the kit lens!
 09/03/2004 03:28:32 PM · #14
Originally posted by Gil P:
Originally posted by doctornick:
Originally posted by Azrifel:
Perhaps Canon will drop the price of the 16-35 F2.8 L to the 17-40's level? :)


LOL keep dreaming! LOL


at almost double the price...that would be one steep drop...then they'd have to drop the 17-40 to the price of the kit lens!

...Then I'd have to ask for a refund on my recent 17-40 order, and buy it again at the kit price... What a pain! (but I'd do it in a heartbeat! Bring it on!!)

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