topic Re: Canon EF-M 11-22mm f/4-5.6 IS STM in EF & RF Lenses

Canon EF-M 11-22mm f/4-5.6 IS STM

JoeDavid — Fri, 07 Jun 2013 15:29:05 GMT

Anybody know why Canon USA didn't announce the EF-M 11-22mm f/4-5.6 IS STM lens like the other Canon units have in other parts of the world? It would be ridiculous for it to not be made available here...

Re: Canon EF-M 11-22mm f/4-5.6 IS STM

Stephen — Fri, 07 Jun 2013 17:38:22 GMT

Hi JoeDavid!

Thank you for your inquiry regarding the EF-M 11-22mm f/4-5.6 IS STM lens. We can certainly understand the confusion surrounding this release! Unfortunately, this specific lens will not be sold or serviced by Canon USA.

We apologize for any inconvience this might have caused, and please let us know if you have any other questions!

Re: Canon EF-M 11-22mm f/4-5.6 IS STM

ajraymedia — Fri, 07 Jun 2013 19:26:00 GMT

It appears Canon wants the eos m to do poorly in the US by continually offering very limited versions as well as lenses. I agree that this is a very poor move.

Re: Canon EF-M 11-22mm f/4-5.6 IS STM

JoeDavid — Fri, 07 Jun 2013 22:41:58 GMT

That's interesting. I don't currently own an M. I have been following the rumors that Canon may introduce a new version that corrects some of the ommissions that have caused poor reception of the current model; i.e., the inclusion of an EVF or at least an optional one, quicker focusing, etc... If that comes about I'll get one and the EF adapter even if I have to purchase it overseas. I find it unfortunate that Canon is allowing Canon USA to not support the full EOS M line.

Re: Canon EF-M 11-22mm f/4-5.6 IS STM

ajraymedia — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 19:37:26 GMT

there is a firmware update coming at the end of the month to address some of those issues and make the camera compatible with the new lens. hopefully the firmware update won't just be exclusive to the uk as well. I bought a red one which isn't offered by canon in the US.

Re: Canon EF-M 11-22mm f/4-5.6 IS STM

Scatterbrained — Thu, 11 Jul 2013 18:27:32 GMT

I just have to express my disapointment that this lens isn't coming stateside. Oh well, I guess I'll be buying it international....

Re: Canon EF-M 11-22mm f/4-5.6 IS STM

serpicolugnut — Fri, 12 Jul 2013 19:23:54 GMT

Wow. Count me as disappointed as well. I bought the EOS M recently for a trip I'm taking to Japan in October, thinking it would be the perfect small camera for architectural/landscape photos when paired with the EF-M 11-22. What a complete rip that Canon USA won't be offering it.

With all the EOS-Ms that have been sold in the last few weeks, I think Canon USA is making a huge mistake here.

Re: Canon EF-M 11-22mm f/4-5.6 IS STM

JoeDavid — Fri, 12 Jul 2013 23:56:27 GMT

I did a little research. If I needed one I'd proably get it from a Canadian retailer. Several of them will ship to the US...

Re: Canon EF-M 11-22mm f/4-5.6 IS STM

jhanken — Mon, 15 Jul 2013 16:27:22 GMT

I finally took the EOS-M plunge after the firmware update improved the auto-focus, and I have to say, wow! I am really loving this camera. I will probably get this lens from a Canada-based dealer and hope for some primes and a native telephoto zoom. I am planning a number of trips abroad and would love a complete, compact kit like this.

Re: Canon EF-M 11-22mm f/4-5.6 IS STM

CanonEOS — Fri, 19 Jul 2013 01:56:34 GMT

I think this lens will be announced when the next EOS-M is announced in the US.... I HOPE!

if they end up doing otherwise I will take this as a sign that the M is being discontinued.

Re: Canon EF-M 11-22mm f/4-5.6 IS STM

wiley_hodges — Thu, 22 Aug 2013 16:16:21 GMT

Just to add some feedback: I just recently purchased the EOS M and I'd really love to have the wide zoom option. Having only two lenses available is yet another reason not to adopt the EOS M system. If that is Canon USA's goal, then this is the right move, but otherwise it's deeply puzzling, and frustrating to your customers.

Re: Canon EF-M 11-22mm f/4-5.6 IS STM

TCampbell — Mon, 26 Aug 2013 15:25:18 GMT

You know you do have the option of using the "Mount Adapter EF-EOS M" (about $140). This allows you to use the rest of the EOS lenses and provides full functionality of those lenses.

Re: Canon EF-M 11-22mm f/4-5.6 IS STM

bissa — Thu, 29 Aug 2013 15:25:18 GMT

Sorry Canon USA, this is a totally ridiculous answer!