Canon EF 100 f/2.8L Macro IS USM

[mmuhlenkamp]

Canon EF 100 f/2.8L Macro IS USM

Description:

The Canon EF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM Lens is a notably updated version of Canon's popular 100mm Macro lens. In its latest incarnation, the 100mm f/2.8L Macro joins Canon's esteemed L-series, and as such is held to a higher level of resolving power and overall construction. Other improvements found on the EF 100mm f/2.8L include Optical Image Stabilization with up to 4-stops of shake control, and a refined Ultrasonic Motor (USM) for quicker and quieter auto-focusing with full-time manual override.

Like its predecessor, the Canon EF 100mm f/2.8L allows for a comfortable, shadow-free shooting distance between the front of the lens barrel and the subject with life-size (1:1) magnification. Optional extension tubes increase this magnification for exceptional close-up detail.

Tele-Macro Focal Length
The convenient 100mm focal length of the Canon EF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM Lens allows for a comfortable shooting distance between the camera and subject, and less chance of shadow interference when shooting at closer focusing ranges.

Life-Size Image Reproduction
The lens allows for continuous focusing down to 1:1 life-size. Optional extension tubes can increase this ratio for even greater magnification.

L-Series Optical Quality
As a Canon L-series optic, the Canon EF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM Lens can be counted among the sharpest, best-built, weatherproof optics available for Canon EOS SLR cameras.

Quick and Quiet Focusing
By incorporating a new Ultrasonic Motor, Canon has improved the speed and reduced the noise levels of the lens's autofocus system, while still allowing for full-time manual override.

Compatible with All Canon EOS Cameras
The Canon EF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM Lens is compatible with all Canon EOS digital and film SLRs. When used with a Canon APS-C sensor DSLR, the lens offers a 35mm equivalent focal length of 160mm.


Performance:

• Focal Length: 100 mm
• Aperture Maximum: f/2.8
• Minimum: f/32
• Camera Mount Type: Canon EF
• Format Compatibility: 35mm Film / Full-Frame Digital Sensor
  Canon (APS-C)
• Angle of View: 24°
• Minimum Focus Distance: 1' (30.48 cm)
• Magnification: 1x
• Maximum Reproduction Ratio: 1:1
• Groups/Elements: 12/15
• Diaphragm Blades: 9

Features:

• Image Stabilization: Yes
• Autofocus: Yes
• Tripod Collar: No

Specifications:

• Filter Thread: 67 mm
• Dimensions (DxL): Approx. 3.06 x 4.84" (7.77 x 12.29 cm)
• Weight: 1.38 lb (625 g)

User Reviews:

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Example:

Canon EOS-5D Mark II : Canon EF 35 f/1.4L : 25 Seconds : f/5.6 : 100 ISO : 35mm : Aperture Priority Mode : -1/3 Bias : No Flash

[mmuhlenkamp]

Just some quick shots taken yesterday after getting the lens, very impressive wide open and the IS works great. Definitely buy for any macro nut and I plan on testing it out on some portraits as well.

All shots hand held.

5D, 1/100th, f/3.5, ISO 800, no flash, aperture priority


100% crop of above photo


5D, 1/400th, f/8, ISO 100, no flash, aperture priority


5D, 1/60th, f/3.2, ISO 800, no flash, aperture priority


5D, 1/640th, f/2.8, ISO 800, no flash, aperture priority


5D, 1/200th, f/2.8, ISO 800, no flash, aperture priority


5D, 1/125th, f/3.5, ISO 800, no flash, aperture priority


5D, 1/100th, f/7.1, ISO 200, off camera flash, manual


5D, 1/100th, f/7.1, ISO 200, off camera flash, manual

[DBC]

Very nice photo's! Glad to see it performs so well on the 5, now I just have to figure out how to put it in the budget for mine! ;)

[mmuhlenkamp]

Some non macro shots...

5DI, ISO 800, f/2.8, 1/125th, aperture priority


5DI, ISO 100, f/2.8, 1/1600th, aperture priority


5DI, ISO 250, f/5.6, 1/160th, manual exposure, off camera lighting (snooted flash camera right, flash fill camera left)


Really nice walk around length on a full-frame camera if you like tighter crops, super sharp wide open and the focus is quick and accurate. Even though it's only f/2.8 the IS is a great help in low-light and really makes it good for candids.

[KobraCarry]

Av 4.5, 100 mm, ISO 2500, tripod

It was almost dark out. Impressed with low noise.

[mmuhlenkamp]

A couple more, definitely my favorite lens.

5D, ISO 400, f/6.3, 1/100th, manual exposure w/flash


5D, ISO 640, f/5.6, 1/500th, aperture priority


5D, ISO 1250, f/2.8, 1/640th, aperture priority