"...has the rings arranged the other way."
I know, I know! You would almost think some of these lenses are not designed by, or perhaps for, photographers. Another of my all time favs the ef 28-135mm has it backwards. Maybe Canon and the others need to have actual "working" photographers give some input. Still the Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM Lens is a great lens. The focus ring is too narrow and way too close to the zoom ring.
EB
EOS 1D, EOS 1D MK IIn, EOS 1D MK III, EOS 1Ds MK III, EOS 1D MK IV and EOS 1DX and many lenses.
