Canon 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6
The Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM is a standard-range zoom lens for Canon's EF autofocus mount, covering moderate wide-angle through short telephoto. It combines Image Stabilization (IS) with a USM (Ultrasonic Motor) autofocus drive and was designed as a general-purpose walk-around zoom for 35mm SLR and later digital SLR bodies.
At recent UK auction, the four recorded hammer results for this lens span £50 to £88, with a median around £70 — prices that reflect wholesale saleroom levels rather than retail asking figures. As of 2026 the lens continues to change hands at this entry-level zoom tier, with cleaner, fully functional copies fetching nearer the top of the range and tired examples sliding toward the lower end. Expect the typical EF 28-135mm IS USM to be worth and sell for double-digit rather than triple-digit money in the auction market.
Variants
Select a variant to filter the sales history below.
| Variant | Years | Edition | Sales | Price Range |
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| EF IS USM | — | — | 10 | £40 – £148 |
Sales History
Prices shown are realised prices — auction results and completed eBay sales, never asking prices. Most saleroom figures are hammer prices, before commission; some houses publish a premium-inclusive figure, and we do not adjust for condition. Dealer and retail asking prices are typically higher. How this figure is calculated.
Prices updated: August 2026
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| Aug 2026 | USD 198 | £148 | 🇺🇸 eBay | EF IS USM | |
Title: (Open Box) Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM Zoom Lens #2
Description:
Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM Zoom Lens. Mount : Canon EF. Type : Wide Range Stabilized Zoom Lens. Kept in like new, open box condition. No original box. Serial(s): G000035449-39603265. We will our best to give a prompt response. Location: Richmond, Texas, United States |
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| Aug 2026 | USD 84 | £63 | 🇺🇸 eBay | EF IS USM | |
Title: Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM Lens w/ Caps Tested & Working See Photos
Description:
Tested and working. The autofocus is accurate throughout the zoom range and the image stabilization works as intended. The focus and zoom rings turn smoothly. This is an EF mount lens. Location: Norristown, PA, United States |
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| Aug 2026 | USD 180 | £135 | 🇺🇸 eBay | EF IS USM | |
Title: Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM Zoom Lens W/Box & 72mm UV Filter. *Tested
Description:
Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM Zoom Lens. This lens is in great working condition. It’s been fully tested and works as it should. It shows some general signs of use and wear but nothing major. The glass is scratch, dust, and haze free. Smoke free home. It comes with the original Canon box, warranty card, front & back caps, and I’m including a Promaster 72mm UV filter for it. It will ship fast and with care. Location: Havertown, PA, United States |
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| Aug 2026 | £62 | £62 | 🇬🇧 eBay | EF IS USM | |
Title: Canon EF 28-135mm Image Stabilizer F3.5-5.6 IS Macro USM Lens Rear Lens Cap
Description:
Canon EF 28-135mm Image Stabilizer F3.5-5.6 IS Macro USM Lens Rear Lens Cap Used in working condition as per photo what you see is what you get money back guaranteed if you’re not happy be with confidence Location: London, United Kingdom |
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| Aug 2026 | USD 90 | £67 | 🇺🇸 eBay | EF IS USM | |
Title: Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM Lens EF Mount Image Stabilized
Description:
The Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM is a versatile standard zoom lens designed for Canon's EF mount DSLR system. • Ring-type Ultrasonic Motor (USM) for high-speed, silent, and precise autofocus. Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM. Location: Los Angeles, CA, United States |
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| Apr 2024 | £62 | £50 | 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions | EF IS USM | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Auction (Lot 118) Title: A Canon Zoom Lens EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Camera Lens
Description:
body G, optics G-VG, some dust present, AF appears to work correctly, with front & rear caps, (Qty: 1) |
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| Jan 2024 | £81 | £65 | 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions | EF IS USM | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Instruments (Lot 394) Title: A Canon EF f/3.5-5.6 28-135mm IS Ultrasonic Lens
Description:
black, serial no.1903247D, body VG, optics G, light haze, with caps, packaging, EF Lens Accessories booklet and maker's retail box |
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| Jan 2024 | £88 | £70 | 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions | EF IS USM | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Instruments (Lot 385) Title: A Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM Camera Lens
Description:
black, body G-VG, working at time of auction, optics VG, some light dust present, in maker's box, with hood & rear cap, (Qty: 1) |
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| Jan 2024 | £50 | £40 | 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions | EF IS USM | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Instruments (Lot 161) Title: A Canon EF f/3.5-5.6 28-135mm IS USM Camera Lens
Description:
black, body G-VG, working at time of auction, optics F-G, some haze & dust present, in maker's box, (Qty: 1) |
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| Apr 2023 | £60 | £60 | 🇬🇧 Special Auction Services | EF IS USM | |
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Auction: Photographica & Cameras Auction (Lot 402) Title: A Canon EF 28-135mm 3.5-5.6 IS Ultrasonic Lens
Description:
A Canon EF 28-135mm 3.5-5.6 IS Ultrasonic Lens, auto focus functions, barrel G-VG, elements VG, with front cap, EW-78B II hood and LP1219 lens bag |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM sell for at UK auction?
Recorded hammer prices range from £50 to £88, clustering around a median near £70 based on the four sales on file.
What is a Canon EF 28-135mm IS USM worth in clean condition?
A clean, fully working copy tends to reach the upper part of the observed band — closer to £80–£88 — while rough examples with haze, stiff focus or a failing IS unit settle at the lower end.
Is the Image Stabilizer reliable on this lens?
The IS unit is a known wear point on long-serving copies, so buyers should always confirm it activates quietly and stabilises the viewfinder image before committing to a price.
Does it work on modern Canon bodies?
It is a native EF-mount lens, so it fits any Canon EF film or EF digital SLR directly and can be adapted to Canon's RF mirrorless bodies via the EF-to-RF adapter.