The Canon EF-S 15–85mm f/3.5–5.6 IS USM is a standard

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for

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s with an EF-S lens mount. The field of view has a

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of 24–136mm. The EF-S mount was specifically designed for

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cameras. It is the higher end kit lens for the

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References

External links

Canon EF-S 15–85mm – Canon UKCanon EF-S 15–85mm – Canon USA

Press Release – Digital Photography Review

Reviews

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