Canon Telephoto EF 135mm f/2.0L USM Autofocus Lens USA
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- B&H # CA1352LEF
- Mfr# 2520A004
Product Highlights
- USM / Ultra Sonic Motor
- Designed for EOS Cameras
- UD/ Ultra-Low Dispersion Elements
- Excellent Imaging Performance
- Knurled Focusing Ring
- Autofocus AF/ MF Manual Focus Modes
- Selectable Focus Distance Range Switch
- Depth of Field Scale
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The Canon EF 135mm f/2L USM is designed to meet the needs of a wide range of advanced amateurs and professionals. A ten element optical formula with two UD-glass elements serves to correct residual aberrations, resulting in superb sharpness and high image quality. It is also able to obtain superior background blur with the f/2 wide aperture. The EF 135mm f/2L USM is fully compatible for AF with Extenders 1.4x and 2x. A stellar portrait and available light lens.
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| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Focal Length | 135 mm |
| Aperture |
Maximum: f/2.0 Minimum: f/32 |
| Camera Mount Type | Canon EF |
| Format Compatibility |
35mm Film / Full-Frame Digital Sensor Canon (APS-C) |
| Angle of View | 18° |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 3' (91.44 cm) |
| Magnification | 0.19x |
| Maximum Reproduction Ratio | 1:5.2 |
| Groups/Elements | 8/10 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 8 |
| Features | |
|---|---|
| Image Stabilization | No |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No |
| Physical | |
|---|---|
| Filter Thread | 72 mm |
| Dimensions (DxL) | Approx. 3.2 x 4.4" (8.13 x 11.18 cm) |
| Weight | 1.65 lb (750 g) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
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Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Fast / accurate auto-focus (425)
- Strong construction (302)
- Nice bokeh (284)
- Consistent output (282)
- Durable (246)
Cons
- Heavy (39)
- No IS (8)
- No image stabilization (5)
Best Uses
- Sports/action (231)
- Low light (224)
- Weddings (221)
- Night photography (140)
- Portraits (96)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Semi-pro photographer (114), Photo enthusiast (104), Pro photographer (104), Professional (30), Semi-professional (29)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (283), Yes (10)
Most Liked Positive Review
True Lord of the Red Rings
This is one sick lens. Large aperture so great for shooting in low light. Long focal length for more candid shots. I use it for weddings and event photography and the super fast AF...Read complete review
This is one sick lens. Large aperture so great for shooting in low light. Long focal length for more candid shots. I use it for weddings and event photography and the super fast AF allows me to get the perfect shot every time.
I would recommend this to be used on a full framed camera, since a cropped sensor would give a 216mm focal length and could get a little too shaky handheld since it does not have IS.
The image I included was shot wide open (Canon 5D Mark II - 135mm - F2 -1/160 sec - ISO 800) to demonstrate the bokeh characteristics.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Beautiful lens
This lens is great, but due to the focal length, you have to be wary on the shutter speed, i found my images to be shaky when i shoot later in the afternoon.<...Read complete review
This lens is great, but due to the focal length, you have to be wary on the shutter speed, i found my images to be shaky when i shoot later in the afternoon.
i do struggle with auto focusing at times, in which i would have to switch to manual focus
apart from these, the colour and the depth of field is simply amazing!
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Pros
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Nice Bokeh
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Sports/Action
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon Telephoto EF 135mm f/2.0L USM Autofocus Lens:
Razor sharp. Smooth and silent focus. Spot on autofocus. Beautiful bokeh. One of the best lenses I have ever used.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Nice Bokeh
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Poor in Low Light
Best Uses
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon Telephoto EF 135mm f/2.0L USM Autofocus Lens:
I'm using this lens for portraits and for weddings. Overall it's amazing, beautiful colors, bokeh and crisp!!
The only complaint I'd have is that it's slow to focus in low light. I had a wedding last weekend and it struggled focusing for the reception. But outdoors it's spot on and creates beautiful images!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Nice Bokeh
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Photography
- Sports/Action
- Video
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Canon Telephoto EF 135mm f/2.0L USM Autofocus Lens:
One of the best prime telephoto lenses out there. Simply beautiful results.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Nice Bokeh
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon Telephoto EF 135mm f/2.0L USM Autofocus Lens:
Great lens- doesn't focus very well when subjects are at close range and moving towards camera/lens, but has excellent color & contract as well as focusing capabilities in every situation I've used it in so far (outdoor in sunlight, outdoor in shade, indoor in medium lighting... )
- Was this a gift?:
- No
- Similar:
- Canon 35mm 1.4L, Canon 50mm 1.2L
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Pros
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Nice Bokeh
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Portrait
- Sports/Action
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon Telephoto EF 135mm f/2.0L USM Autofocus Lens:
I use this mostly for indoor sports and portraits. It is very sharp, fast (wide aperture) and focuses quickly. You must be very cognizant of your depth of field and technique with small depth of field. The wide aperture and long lens length combines to make a small depth of field that makes it very easy to miss focus and have unusable pictures from improper focus point (e.g. person's nose vs. eyes). When you do a good job though the pictures are incredible. It is less convenient than zooms to use, but well worth the time investment. I find reasons to use it more since it usually takes better pictures than my 70-200mm f2.8. Great lens if you are patient to learn good technique and actually use auto-focus micro-adjustment so your pictures are consistently in focus. Love the lens and would get it again. I wish I bought it sooner.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
Cons
Best Uses
- Macro Photography
Comments about Canon Telephoto EF 135mm f/2.0L USM Autofocus Lens:
Love using this lens for portraits
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Nice Bokeh
- Strong Construction
Cons
- No cons at all
Best Uses
- Sports/Action
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon Telephoto EF 135mm f/2.0L USM Autofocus Lens:
It is pointless to say "It's sharp" or "it's fast"...simply the best lens i've ever tried.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Nice Bokeh
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Video
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Canon Telephoto EF 135mm f/2.0L USM Autofocus Lens:
Super sharp. Super small and light.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Nice Bokeh
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Sports/Action
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon Telephoto EF 135mm f/2.0L USM Autofocus Lens:
I use this lens to take pictures of my daughter who is active in sports and dance.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
- Similar:
- canon 24-70 F2.8L lense
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Nice Bokeh
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Night Photography
- Sports/Action
Comments about Canon Telephoto EF 135mm f/2.0L USM Autofocus Lens:
The product is the the most high value L lens in the market. The sharpness is stunting even at F2. The bokeh is also amazing. If 85L is too expensive for you, then definitely choose it one. The limitation of this lens is most recognizable when shooting indoor. When doing outdoor photography, no so much a challenge. Additionally, there isn't much difference between 200mm and 135mm when framing. If you are shooting at 200mm more often, then this lens will give you better performance than the 70-200mm. P.S. These piece of glasses is beautiful. I indulge myself looking at it for most of the time.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Nice Bokeh
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon Telephoto EF 135mm f/2.0L USM Autofocus Lens:
I use this lens to photograph my 7 year old daughter. It's nice that I can stand back so she is not aware that I am photographing her.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
- Recommended:
- filters
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Lightweight
- Nice Bokeh
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Portraits
Comments about Canon Telephoto EF 135mm f/2.0L USM Autofocus Lens:
Well built lens and useful focal length for what I shoot (portraits). Just make sure you have adequate shutter & proper focus. Color, contrast & sharpness are really nice.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Nice Bokeh
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Sports/Action
Comments about Canon Telephoto EF 135mm f/2.0L USM Autofocus Lens:
I first used this lens when a friend asked me to take a picture of him and his wife. After taking a few shots I looked at the shots and was amazed. This lens is fast, clear and great to use. Anyone who has not tried this lens should.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Nice Bokeh
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Night Photography
- Sports/Action
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon Telephoto EF 135mm f/2.0L USM Autofocus Lens:
Sharp, sharp, sharp with superb bokeh. Extremely well built, like any L series prime. I expect this to become one of my favorite lenses.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- A Dream Lens
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
- NONE
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Canon Telephoto EF 135mm f/2.0L USM Autofocus Lens:
I had a 300mm 4.0 IS, great lens! My 200MM 2.8L plus 2X extender gives me almost the same with less weight. Then I got a hold of my dream lens, the ultimate" 200mm L 1.8 Whoa! They don't make lenses like this anymore. I had to sell it, too heavy for me I am 78 years old. I was going to buy the 200mm 2.0, too expensive. I looked at the 135mm L 2.0. I did one test. Whoa! Most of the time fully open. This is it! Plus I can use it with the extender X2 if need be. Mainly birds, squirrels. All those lenses are of course Canon. I can't stand Zoom, not enough light and I never know where or what is happening with the lens. My hesitation was over when I found the Canon 135mm f2.0 at B&H at a price I could not pass. This was a long, long search that ended with the best possible lens addition to my collection, all straight lenses.I hate the new term Bokeh! We used "out of focus" all of my life because this is what it is. I want to throw up when I read " creamy bokeh!" They think they are intelligent because they use a Japanese word that means out of focus. Very upsetting!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Pros
- Consistent Output
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Nice Bokeh
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Portraits
Comments about Canon Telephoto EF 135mm f/2.0L USM Autofocus Lens:
Bought this after reading numerous reviews regarding the wide aperture and capabilities with portrait photography. After owning this for two weeks, I am in awe of it's capabilities. In addition, as far as the price points on the other "L Series", it's quite reasonable. An excellent investment.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
- Recommended:
- Canon 72 MM UV Protector
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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ISO 100, f2.0, 1/3200
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Pros
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Nice Bokeh
- Sharp
- Strong Construction
Cons
- No IS
Best Uses
- Candid shots
- Indoors/Low Light
- Night Photography
- Portrait
- Sports/Action
- Video
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon Telephoto EF 135mm f/2.0L USM Autofocus Lens:
I bought this lens on the last trip I made to New York and am loving. This does not go out of my body more than 6D. It is sharp, very sharp even. You will not need more sharpening to your photos. :-) Very well built, like all lens L. The price is good compared to other lenses L. Well worth the purchase.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Nice Bokeh
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Sports/Action
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Canon Telephoto EF 135mm f/2.0L USM Autofocus Lens:
Super fast and love the speed in low light. Its my favorite portrait lens! Great for indoor sports like indoor soccer. Sometimes its just fun for walking around to get unique shots.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Nice Bokeh
- Rugged
Cons
- NONE
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Night Photography
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon Telephoto EF 135mm f/2.0L USM Autofocus Lens:
Sharp as a tack at 2.0 Quick focus, well balanced and resonably priced.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Photography
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon Telephoto EF 135mm f/2.0L USM Autofocus Lens:
I have owned Canon's 85 f1.2 for many years and consider it my go-to portrait lens, usually wide open. However, there are occasions when putting more distance between lens and subject is a good idea. This 135 fills that role perfectly. It is insanely sharp, not too heavy, less obvious and intimidating than either of the 70 -200 zooms and very easy to focus. (I always manual focus.) The 135mm focal length used to be considered the second lens that any photographer would buy right after getting his camera and "normal" 50mm lens. These days, few bother with anything but zooms. Let me assure you, if you are serious about your photography, there are many good reasons to buy fixed focal length lenses and this one is one of the most useful.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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