Canon L EF 17-40mm f/4L USM
Canon
61 Overall Score
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OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-200mm f/3.5-6.3
OM System
61 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Canon L EF 17-40mm f/4L USM
No customer feedback yet
OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-200mm f/3.5-6.3
96 out of 100 low confidence 8 reviews
This lens receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with users praising its sharpness, fast autofocus, and lightweight design. Many note it as a significant upgrade from previous lenses, especially when paired with teleconverters. The only minor consideration mentioned is the comparison with a Sigma alternative, but the Sony's weight and teleconverter compatibility won out.
Pros
- Super sharp wide open
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Lightweight design
- Excellent with teleconverters
- Great for video and photos
Cons
- Expensive compared to alternatives
- Heavier than some competitors
- No built-in image stabilization
Image quality 6
Autofocus performance 5
Weight and portability 4
Teleconverter compatibility 2
Value for money 2
Build quality 2
Scores
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Portrait
Specifications
| Canon L EF 17-40mm f/4L USM | OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-200mm f/3.5-6.3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 17 mm | 12 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 40 mm | 200 mm |
| Elements | 12 | 16 |
| Groups | 9 | 11 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3 | 3 |
| ED Elements | 1★ | — |
| Coating | Super Spectra coating | ZERO coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/22 | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | f/4 | 3.5-6.3 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon EF | Micro Four Thirds |
| Format | full-frame★ | micro-four-thirds |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.50 kg | 0.46 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 77 mm | 72 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | USM★ | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 280 mm | 220 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.24x | 1:2.7★ |
Pros & Cons
Canon L EF 17-40mm f/4L USM
- Strong af (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong optical (78th percentile)
- Strong versatility (76th percentile)
- Below average bokeh (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-200mm f/3.5-6.3
- Strong user sentiment (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong versatility (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong optical (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong macro (79th percentile)
- Below average social proof (6th percentile)6th %ile
- Below average bokeh (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Pricing
Canon L EF 17-40mm f/4L USM0.005score per dollar
vs
OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-200mm f/3.5-6.30.003score per dollar
Canon L EF 17-40mm f/4L USM offers 1.7x better value for money
Verdict
Tie
Both products are closely matched - Canon L EF 17-40mm f/4L USM wins 4 specs while OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-200mm f/3.5-6.3 wins 3.
