Question 1

What does "white box" mean?

Accepted Answer

It was probably removed from a kit, Like a 5D mark III and 24-105 kit. It will not have the retail package that you would see if you bought the lens off of the shelf by itself.

Question 2

Is this lens better for weddings or the tamron sp 24-70mm f/2.8 di vc usd, canon? trying to see which one i should buy.

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This lens has a longer zoom range so you an get tighter shots during the ceremony, which is a plus. The benefit of the 24-70 f2.8 is the wider aperture, which is obviously good for portraits. But hopefully you'd be using a prime lens with an even wider aperture for portraits anyway. This is a great lens!

Question 3

Would using this lens on a crop sensor body similar to a 70 to 200mm f4l on a full frame body

Accepted Answer

Your "field of view" with this lens on a crop sensor will be equivalent to a 38-168 lens on a full frame sensorYour "Aperture" on this lens would be the equivalent of a 6.4 aperture on a full frame sensorOther than that, it behaves like a 24-105mm lens in terms of how it distorts lines whether it is on a full frame or cropped sensor, although you will hit more of the "sweet spot" on a cropped sensor.

Question 4

For those who ordered a Canon 24-105mm Lens and it was shipped in a white box, did you receive a warranty? And what store did you make your purchase?

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This is way later, but I wanted to add this to this question in case others are still concerned.  I was worried about this when I was sent a lens and the listing doesn't say it is a white box.  This is the response from Canon when I specifically asked if it would be covered."Thank you for contacting Canon product support.  I understand you have a question regarding the warranty on your EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM lens.  I am happy to assist you.Lenses purchased from an Authorized Canon Dealer, come with a 1-year limited warranty, and you can view the warranty terms at the link HERE.  If you require warranty service in the future, you will need to send the lens to the service center with a copy of the receipt; Proof of Purchase.  This receipt should include the following:    Name of dealer.    Address of dealer.    Lens listed on the receipt.    Amount paid listed on the receipt.    Date of purchase.The service center uses the date of purchase on the receipt to determine the warranty period.Please let us know if we can be of any further assistance.Thank you for choosing Canon."

ASIN	B000B84KAW
Best Sellers Rank	#291 in SLR Camera Lenses
Brand	Canon
Camera Lens	Canon EF 24-105mm f/4 L is USM Lens for Canon EOS SLR Cameras - White Box (Bulk Packaging)
Color	Black
Compatible Camera Mount	Canon EF
Customer Reviews	4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (1,078)
Exposure Control Type	Automatic
Focal Length Description	24-105 millimeters
Focus Type	Auto/Manual
Global Trade Identification Number	04960999272351, 05053460639032, 08032976025116
Image stabilization	Optical
Item Part Number	0344b006
Item Weight	1 kg
Lens	Standard
Lens Design	Zoom
Lens Fixed Focal Length	10.5 centimeters
Lens Mount	Canon EF
Manufacturer	Canon Cameras US
Manufacturer Part Number	0344B006
Maximum Focal Length	10.5 centimeters
Media Type	ProductImage, EnhancedContent
Minimum Aperture	22
Minimum Focal Length	24 millimeters
Model Name	0344B006
Model Number	0344B006
Number of Items	1
Photo Filter Size	7.7 centimeters
Real Angle Of View	23.3 degrees
Screen Size	1 inches
UPC	013803050844
Unit Count	1 Count
Warranty Description	I
Water Resistance Level	Water Resistant
Zoom Ratio	4.3x

Canon EF 24-105mm f/4 L is USM Lens for Canon EOS SLR Cameras - White Box (Bulk Packaging)

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