
Canon
Canon 9322A006 28-300mm EF Zoom Lens USM
★★★★★
A single Canon zoom that spans wide-angle framing to serious telephoto reach without ever leaving your camera body
$2,449.00*
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Overview
Key Features
Focal Length & Maximum Aperture - 28-300mm 1 - 3.5-5.6
Lens Construction - 22 elements in 16 groups
Diagonal Angle of View - 75 - 8-degrees
Focus Adjustment - Inner focusing system with USM
Closest Focusing Distance - 0.7m / 2.3 ft.
Specifications
Brand
Canon
Mount
Canon EF
Focal Length
28-300mm
Maximum Aperture
f/3.5-5.6
Lens Construction
22 elements in 16 groups
Diagonal Angle of View
75 to 8 degrees
Focus System
Inner focusing with USM
Closest Focusing Distance
0.7m / 2.3 ft
Lens Type
Zoom
Region
Japan Import (no warranty)
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- The 28-300mm focal range covers wide scenes, portraits, and distant subjects with a single lens, reducing the need to swap glass
- The f/3.5-5.6 maximum aperture stays usable across the zoom range, giving flexibility from short to long focal lengths
- USM-driven inner focusing keeps the front element stationary, which helps when using polarizers or graduated filters on the lens
- Construction uses 22 elements arranged in 16 groups, a complex optical formula aimed at correcting aberrations across the wide zoom span
- The 0.7m minimum focusing distance allows tighter framing than many superzooms, useful for filling the frame with smaller subjects
👎 Cons
- This is a Japan-import unit sold without a manufacturer warranty, so buyers lose the safety net that domestic Canon service provides
- The variable f/3.5-5.6 aperture narrows quickly as you zoom in, limiting low-light reach at the long end of the range
- At 22 elements in 16 groups, the optical complexity needed for the 28-300mm span makes this a heavier lens than fixed-range alternatives
- The diagonal angle of view tightens dramatically from 75 degrees at 28mm to 8 degrees at 300mm, which can make handheld framing tricky at the telephoto end
- A 0.7m closest focusing distance, while respectable, falls short of dedicated macro optics for true close-up work
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this Canon 28-300mm zoom include a manufacturer warranty?
No. The listing is a Japan import sold without warranty, so buyers should weigh that against the cost savings before purchase.
How close can the 28-300mm focus on a subject?
The closest focusing distance is 0.7m, or roughly 2.3 feet, suitable for tighter framing though not a substitute for a true macro lens.
What does USM mean for this lens in practice?
USM refers to Canon's Ultrasonic Motor focusing, paired here with an inner focusing system so the front element does not rotate or extend during autofocus.
How wide does the 28-300mm aperture open across the zoom range?
The maximum aperture runs from f/3.5 at 28mm to f/5.6 at 300mm, narrowing as you zoom toward the telephoto end.
How many optical elements are inside this Canon zoom?
It uses 22 elements in 16 groups, an intentionally complex arrangement intended to manage aberrations across the 28-300mm range.
What angle of view does the lens cover?
The diagonal angle of view spans 75 degrees at the 28mm wide end down to 8 degrees at 300mm telephoto.