Lens family guide
Canon EF Lenses
Models57
Sales tracked487
Last saleJul 2026
Canon's EF mount launched with the EOS system in 1987 and became one of the most widely produced lens families in photographic history. From affordable nifty-fifties to L-series professional glass, EF lenses remain in heavy use on both film and digital bodies. This guide aggregates sold prices across the EF range and links to each model's full history.
Models in this guide
Valuations shown are UK auction hammer results — the wholesale level achieved in the saleroom. Neither buyer’s nor seller’s commission is included. Dealer and retail asking prices are typically higher.
Zoom (1)
| Model | Valuation | Sales | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canon 100-400mm f/4.5 2 variants | £897 (10) | 20 | 0 |
Standard (1)
| Model | Valuation | Sales | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canon 40mm f/2.8 2 variants | £89 (4) | 4 | 0 |
EF Mount (37)
FD Mount (10)
| Model | Valuation | Sales | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canon 20-35mm f/3.5 3 variants | £80 (10) | 15 | 0 |
| Canon 135mm f/2.8 2 variants | £90 (5) | 5 | 0 |
| Canon 100mm f/2.8 4 variants | £140 (10) | 17 | 0 |
| Canon 135mm f/2 3 variants | £260 (10) | 12 | 0 |
| Canon 200mm f/1.8 2 variants | £1,600 (1) | 1 | 0 |
| Canon 200mm f/2.8 3 variants | £134 (10) | 11 | 0 |
| Canon 300mm f/2.8 5 variants | £1,765 (6) | 6 | 0 |
| Canon 400mm f/2.8 7 variants | £3,172 (6) | 6 | 0 |
| Canon 70-210mm f/4 2 variants | £46 (7) | 7 | 0 |
| Canon 85mm f/1.2 4 variants | £764 (10) | 17 | 0 |
FL Mount (1)
| Model | Valuation | Sales | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canon 400mm f/5.6 4 variants | £392 (7) | 7 | 0 |
L39 Mount (7)
| Model | Valuation | Sales | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canon 50mm f/1.4 3 variants | £63 (10) | 29 | 0 |
| Canon 35mm f/2 3 variants | £249 (10) | 26 | 0 |
| Canon 85mm f/1.8 5 variants | £155 (10) | 35 | 0 |
| Canon 28mm f/2.8 3 variants | £131 (10) | 21 | 0 |
| Canon 300mm f/4 6 variants | £330 (10) | 21 | 0 |
| Canon 50mm f/1.2 3 variants | £385 (10) | 20 | 0 |
| Canon 50mm f/1.8 7 variants | £29 (10) | 22 | 0 |