Canon EF‑S 17–85mm f/4–5.6 IS USM Lens – Caps – AF Issue at Tele End – VG

DESCRIPTION

Canon EF‑S 17–85mm f/4–5.6 IS USM zoom lens with both caps. Fully functional in manual focus, and autofocus works correctly at the wide end. As is common with this model, the lens will begin to hunt and struggle to lock focus as it approaches the 85mm end of the zoom range. Image Stabilisation operates normally. A clean, usable example ideal for MF shooting or as a budget replacement lens.

CONDITION

Overall Condition: Very Good (with noted AF issue)

• AF works at wide angles
• AF hunts and fails to lock reliably towards 85mm (common fault on this model)
• MF works perfectly throughout the range
• Optics clean with no haze or fungus
• Light internal dust typical for age
• Aperture blades clean and responsive
• Zoom and focus rings smooth
• Mount clean and secure
• Light cosmetic wear only

INCLUDED

• Canon EF‑S 17–85mm f/4–5.6 IS USM lens
• Front and rear caps

COLLECTORS / BUYER NOTES

The 17–85mm IS USM was a popular mid‑range zoom for Canon APS‑C DSLRs, offering a versatile focal range, fast USM autofocus and effective image stabilisation. Many examples develop AF issues at the telephoto end due to ribbon‑cable fatigue; this lens shows the same behaviour and is priced accordingly. Still fully usable in MF or at the wider end of the zoom range.

KEY FEATURES

• EF‑S mount for Canon APS‑C DSLRs
• 17–85mm versatile zoom range
• Image Stabilisation
• USM autofocus (fault at tele end)
• Fully functional in MF

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