ANSWER: At the 28MM end, this lens could be considered a wide angle lens—although that isn't typically its primary selling feature. To be sure, there are wider lenses if you are in the market for a truly wide angle lens. The Canon EF 17-40MM f/4L USM Ultra Wide Angle Zoom Lens is one of the best Canon wide angle lenses on the market. That said, it is twice the price of the 28-135MM. The 28-135MM is a great choice for fairly wide shots and for medium telephoto shots, too. Some might look at this as the best of both worlds for half the cost.