Canon EF 17-40mm 4.0 L USM - Refurbished Lens

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Refurbed products are more sustainable and up to 40% cheaper compared to a new device. Your trusted refurbed product comes with a minimum 12-month warranty and a 30-day free returns policy, with no questions asked.

Canon EF 17-40mm 4.0 L USM - Description

The Canon EF 17-40mm 4.0 L USM is the right choice for photographers who need a versatile wide-angle lens that performs well for landscapes, architecture, and event photography. Whether you’re capturing sweeping vistas or tight indoor scenes, this lens covers essential focal lengths while maintaining consistent image quality.

This lens suits travel photographers, outdoor enthusiasts, and professionals who shoot on both APS-C and full-frame Canon cameras. It helps you frame broad scenes without switching lenses, making it a handy tool for dynamic shooting days.

Key benefits:

Wide-angle zoom range (17 - 40 mm) lets you capture expansive views or focus closely on detailed subjects, adapting easily to different scenes.
Constant aperture of f/4.0 allows steady exposure when zooming, helping you maintain consistent settings in changing light.
Canon EF mount ensures compatibility with a wide range of Canon DSLR bodies, both APS-C and full-frame, offering flexibility in lens choice.
Compact dimensions (83.5 x 96.8 x 83.5 mm) and moderate weight (500 g) make it easy to carry and handle during long shoots.
Ultrasonic Motor (USM) technology provides fast and quiet autofocus, ideal when you need to capture moments discreetly or quickly.

Imagine shooting a day trip to a coastal town: you start with wide, dramatic landscape shots in the morning, then move to street scenes and close architectural details in the afternoon. This lens lets you change perspectives smoothly without interrupting your flow.

Q&A:

Q: Can I use this lens for video recording? A: Yes, the quiet USM autofocus helps reduce distracting sounds during recording, making it suitable for video alongside photography.

Q: Is this lens good for low-light conditions? A: The f/4.0 aperture is moderate, so while it performs well in daylight and some indoor settings, you might need additional lighting in darker environments.

Q: Will this lens fit my APS-C Canon camera? A: Yes, it is compatible with both APS-C and full-frame Canon cameras, giving you flexibility if you switch bodies.

The Canon EF 17-40mm 4.0 L USM combines reliable performance with practical size and a useful zoom range, making it a dependable companion for photographers who work in varied settings. Choosing a refurbished version of this lens offers a more sustainable choice, reducing electronic waste while delivering quality optics. It comes with a warranty and the option to return, so your purchase is protected as you start capturing your next shot.

The refurbed Process

Every refurbed device is refurbished in up to 40 steps — taking it from used to like new again. Here are 5 key steps:

1. Supplier buys pre-loved tech

Deleting the data from used electronic devices

2. Data cleanse

3. Swap of faulty parts

Polishing the exterior of used electronics

4. External preparation

Refurbisher sells the devices through refurbed marketplace

5. Sold via refurbed

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What is refurbed?

Refurbed is an online marketplace for refurbished electronics. All refurbed Canon EF 17-40mm 4.0 L USM function like new, but are much cheaper. How is that the case? Once sourced, experts put our products through an up to 40-step refurbishment process to ensure that all products work and look like new. This results in us offering better value products that are also more sustainable.

Why should I buy my Canon EF 17-40mm 4.0 L USM from refurbed?

refurbed Canon EF 17-40mm 4.0 L USM are great value, at up to 40% cheaper than new. Equally as important is trust. We give you a minimum 12-month warranty on each device and a 30-day free trial period, during which you can return for a full refund. This means you save money, and get to test the device to make sure it works perfectly for you.

Why are refurbed Canon EF 17-40mm 4.0 L USMs so cheap?

Every refurbed partner is specialised in certain brands. They mostly buy exhibit and corporate phones in large quantities at low prices. Their specialisation makes the renewal processes very efficient, resulting in 100% renewed products that are up to 40% cheaper than new devices.

What exactly do the product grades mean?

refurbed Canon EF 17-40mm 4.0 L USMs work like new devices and therefore have no functional limitations. The visual condition of the devices can be selected based on your needs. What are the visual categories?

Premium (AA-Grading)
Premium Canon EF 17-40mm 4.0 L USMs are visually identical to new, with no visible signs of wear or use. No scratches, scuffs, dents, or blemishes on the body or screen.
Excellent (A-Grading)
Excellent Canon EF 17-40mm 4.0 L USMs have no dents, scratches or signs of wear visible from a distance of 30cm - neither on the body nor on the display.
Very Good (B-grading)
Very Good Canon EF 17-40mm 4.0 L USMs may have minimal dents, scratches or wear on the body that can be seen from 30cm away. There may be micro-scratches on the display/screen, but these are not visible when the display is on.
Good (C-Grading)
Good Canon EF 17-40mm 4.0 L USMs have visible signs of use such as scratches and/or dents on the body. There may be micro-scratches on the display/screen, but these are not visible when the display is switched on.

How does the 30-day free trial work?

If you want to return your product for any reason, you can return it free of charge within 30 days. To do so, contact our partner directly via your refurbed account and let them know that you would like to exchange or return your device. You will receive a free return label from our partner by email or in your refurbed account. Alternatively, you can contact our refurbed customer service. We will be happy to help you and contact our partner.

What are my warranty terms?

We offer a minimum 12‑month warranty on all refurbed Canon EF 17-40mm 4.0 L USM. This covers any technical defects that might occur during this period and are not caused by your own fault.

Examples are:
- The device can no longer be switched on.
- The unit cannot find a network.
- The loudspeaker does not work.

The battery is also covered by the warranty. A distinction is made between wear and tear and technical defects. Technical defects are covered by the warranty and are characterised by abnormal behaviour. Abnormal behaviour could be, for example, that the device can only be charged up to 40%. Please note, your minimum 12‑month warranty is refurbed's voluntary commercial promise to you. This does not affect your statutory consumer rights

How can refurbed guarantee the quality of your Canon EF 17-40mm 4.0 L USM?

Only professional and certified partners are allowed to offer their electronic products via refurbed. We ensure this with ongoing quality tests and constant monitoring. Our partners are all located within the EU. This allows us to guarantee fast delivery times and optimal contact to always perform our best.

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