Comparison of Weight, Size and Cost
| Lens | Groups/ Elements |
Weight | Size | Field of View (diagonal) | Filter size | Canon USA Market Cost ( USD ) |
| Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L | 10/14 | 1.32 lbs (599g) | 3.3 x 4.0 inches (84x102mm) | 108-63° | 77mm | $ 1,350 (2006) |
| Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L II | 12/16 | 1.41 lbs (640g) | 3.5 x 4.4 inches (88x112mm) | 108-63° | 82mm | $ 1,499 (2009) |