Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM Zoom Lens with Hoya Multi-Coated UV Filter + EW-83J Hood + Accessory Kit

The Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM Lens is a large-aperture lens specifically designed for EF-S type digital SLR cameras, and that offers a super wide angle to short telephoto zoom range, with built-in Image Stabilization. The focal length is equivalent to approximately 27-88mm in 35mm format.

This lens features a fast f/2.8 Maximum Aperture and Canon's latest optical Image Stabilizer technology, providing up to 3-stop compensation for image blur caused by camera shake and slow shutter speeds. This ensures clear, crisp images, even in dim light.

Designed specifically for digital photography, the lens has specially shaped lens elements and Super Spectra coatings to suppress ghosting and flare, which can be caused by reflections off digital camera sensors.

Key Features:

• Uses optics designed to take full advantage of the small image circle and short back focus in EF-S lenses
• Features three aspherical lens elements (two types) as well as a Super-UD glass element for high image quality at all focal lengths
• Optimized lens coating minimizing flare and ghosting prone occurring with digital cameras
• Ring-type USM provides ultra-quite, super-fast, precision auto focusing and predictive tracking
• Inner Focusing and new AF algorithms, with full-time mechanical manual focusing
• Circular aperture diaphragm produces brilliant out-of-focus characteristics

Canon’s Image Stabilizer (IS) technology makes handheld photography possible in more low-light situations than ever before. When camera shake occurs using normal lenses without image Stabilizer technology, the image projected to the focal-plane also shakes, often resulting in blurred images at shutter speeds less than 1/focal length. When this same movement occurs with an IS lens attached, a special group of lens elements automatically shifts its position, thereby compensating for the shake and stabilizing the image.

Essential items for the proper maintenance of your equipment

It's obvious that the cleaner the lens and camera sensor, the sharper your pictures will be. Dirt, dust, and fingerprints will degrade the image quality of even the finest optics. However, it's equally important to avoid using incorrect cleaning materials which can permanently damage your photo equipment.

This 6-piece cleaning kit contains everything you'll ever need to properly clean your lenses and digital SLR camera, including an air blower, soft brush, cleaning solution, lens tissues, cotton swabs, and a microfiber cloth. Also includes a soft carrying pouch.

CapKeeper 2 Lens Cap Strap

Never lose your cap again!

The CapKeeper 2 is an elastic loop that wraps around barrel of your lens with an elastic lens cap leash. It prevents lens cap loss with an adhesive-backed disc that securely attaches to the lens cap.

The CapKeeper 2 is designed for cameras with interchangeable lenses and video cameras.

Protect your lens and enhance your photos

The Hoya HMC Ultraviolet UV Filter is a multi-purpose filter that is designed to optimize the photography experience of the digital SLR user. UV filters absorb ultraviolet rays that often make outdoor photographs hazy and indistinct, and should be constantly fitted to a lens to provide improved clarity and color balance, as well as to provide protection to your lens.

Hoya Digital HMC filters are optimized for use with digital SLR cameras, but they are also perfect for traditional 35mm SLR applications, including black and white photography.

In addition, this HMC (Hoya Multi-Coated) filter minimizes reflections at the filter surface which reduces flare and ghosting. The result is an average light transmission of over 97%, providing sharp contrast and well-balanced color. Hoya HMC filters are recommended for enhancing the performance of today's multi-coated lenses.

Key Features:

• Multi-coating greatly reduces lens flare and ghosting
• Slim filter frame helps avoid vignetting on super wide angle lenses
• Improves clarity and color balance
• Protects your lens surface from dust and scratches

Protect your lens and get increased image quality.

The Precision Design EW-83J Lens Hood for Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS is designed to prevent unwanted stray light from entering the lens by extending and shading the end of the lens. In addition, since the end of the lens is extended, you also get the added benefit of extra protection from accidental impact.

Compatible with the Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS Lens.

Key Features:

• Prevent unwanted stray light from entering the lens
• Reduce reflections and lens flare
• Improve contrast and overall image quality
• Keep moisture or wind-blown debris off the lens
• Protect lens surface from accidental impact