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Canon TS-E 45mm f/2.8 Normal Tilt Shift Manual Focus Lens for EOS Imported
The Canon TS-E 45mm f/2.8 Manual Focus Lens is a normal lens featuring tilt and shift movements. The floating system and rear focusing give sharp and stable delineation from throughout the focus range of 1.3' to infinity. Ideal for obtaining a natural-looking perspective in a distortion-free architectural image.
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| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Focal Length | 45 mm |
| Aperture |
Maximum: f/2.8 Minimum: f/22 |
| Camera Mount Type | Canon EF |
| Format Compatibility |
35mm Film / Full-Frame Digital Sensor Canon (APS-C) |
| Angle of View | 51° |
| Tilt/Shift |
Tilt ± 8° Shifts ± 11mm |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 1.31' (40 cm) |
| Magnification | 0.16x |
| Maximum Reproduction Ratio | 1:6.25 |
| Groups/Elements | 9/10 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 8 |
| Features | |
|---|---|
| Image Stabilization | No |
| Autofocus | No |
| Tripod Collar | No |
| Physical | |
|---|---|
| Filter Thread | 72 mm |
| Dimensions (DxL) | Approx. 3.2 x 3.5" (8.13 x 8.89 cm) |
| Weight | 1.42 lb (644 g) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 54 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Strong construction (37)
- Consistent output (26)
- Durable (26)
- Easily interchangeable (18)
- Rugged (17)
Cons
- Heavy (15)
- Slow focus (4)
Best Uses
- Landscape/scenery (32)
- Weddings (18)
- Special effects (10)
- General purpose (9)
- Portraits (8)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Pro photographer (21), Semi-pro photographer (11), Photo enthusiast (7), Professional (6), Semi-professional (4)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (31)
Most Liked Positive Review
It's MAGIC
While this lens is technically not L series it is treated like one for good reason. This lens has absolutely amazing IQ even using maximum amounts of shift and/or tilt. Chromatic aberration is ...Read complete review
While this lens is technically not L series it is treated like one for good reason. This lens has absolutely amazing IQ even using maximum amounts of shift and/or tilt. Chromatic aberration is extremely well controlled and the lens is razor sharp, even wide open at f/2.8. There is a very slight softening and darkening of the image towards the edge when generous amounts of shift are used (9mm+) but this is to be expected and the results are extremely hard to detect. (I've been stitching panoramics often with a tilt) From other reviews I've read the image quality of this lens is superior to the 24mm f/3.5L tilt shift lens but slightly inferior to the 90mm f/2.8. While I have not engaged in a clinical investigation, the lens produces vastly superior quality to the 50mm f/1.4 USM, even at maximum shift with a tilt.The controls are intuitive, and well placed, I have not had any problems with lens creep even when I forget to use the locks. One thing which may not have been adequately expressed in lens description is that this lens rotates 90 degrees in both directions on the camera, meaning that you can shift in any direction which is equivalent to shifting on two axes. Likewise this can be used to tilt in any direction. I have used this to great effect to place a very thin depth of field exactly where I want it. I have used this to great effect in sports shooting and for general landscape shots.The manual focus ring is very comfortable and smooth, very similar to ring type USMs except there is no dead space (in USM lenses to prevent accidental adjustment). Build quality is excellent, the lens is solidly built, lots of metal, no plastic, depth of field scale is convenient.
Expertise: Advanced Amateur
Problems Encountered: Some times I wish there was more tilt, but often simply rotating the lens to a different position will give me the same effect and I end up not needing it and getting a better picture.The biggest issue is cost that said I'd do it again in a heartbeat, there is no substitute for the abilities that this lens provide, panoramic stitching, architectural perspective correction, reflection perspective correction, random stuff in the way perspective correction, broad depth of field for landscape shooting, narrow depth of field exactly where you want it, depth of field like putty in your hands. definitely worth it.
Previous Equivalent Item Owned: Ha! no
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Most Liked Negative Review
Fun niche lens
Pretty sharp unless severe tilt is applied. I use it in Studio frequently and it makes for an important creative tool in that regard however it is also a lot of fun for portraiture (...Read complete review
Pretty sharp unless severe tilt is applied. I use it in Studio frequently and it makes for an important creative tool in that regard however it is also a lot of fun for portraiture (not it's original purpose).
It deserves the red ring the build quality is superb. You will not be let down.
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Pros
- Good build quality
- Unique effect
Cons
- Manual focus only
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Product Photography
Comments about Canon TS-E 45mm f/2.8 Normal Tilt Shift Manual Focus Lens for EOS:
Unless you think you need a Tilt & Shift Lens, you probably won't use it much, that said it's a very interesting tool. For a manual focus only lens I do use it moderately, and plan to use it more once spring is in bloom. The 45mm focal lenght on a FF camera yeilds a "normal" perspective when prints are made and viewed at the typical 2:1 distance from print to size of print ratio.
Tilting the lens changes the angle of the plane of sharp focus, meaning you can make just a "slice" of a scene in focus, and with the rotate function of this lens, you can chose the angle of the slice. Seven degrees of tilt is more than enough for most landscape, a decent amount for close product photography such as food, and not nearly as much as I'd want for macro. The maximum magnification on this lens isn't very high, so it's not really a great macro lens. Using extension tubes puts the space between the lens and the camera's focal plane which makes the tilt less significant – it's workable, but there are better solutions, such as focus stacking.
The Shift feature changes the distortion which lets you take architectural pics without having the vertical lines merging – I've only used it for this purpose a couple of times. You can also introduce distortion deliberately for fun portraits.
The lens rotates 180 degrees (moving the shift and tilt effects relative to the body) with 30 degree detents and both the tilt and shift functions are symmetrical, so you can get any orientation you like relative to the body.
As it's shipped, the tilt and shift features work 90 degrees apart. It's possible to change them to be aligned with a good screwdriver, but that's not for the faint of heart so I won't detail the steps here. It would be nice if there was a purchase option with the features aligned as it's generally more useful. I have used both features at the 90 degree settings, but it's more for "creative" than for documentation.
One common use for these lenses is to create a miniature-model effect by using a high tilt setting, large aperture, and often a high vantage point.
I generally use a tripod with this lens, and often use live view at x10 magnification. My work flow is something like: set the tilt and shift about where I want them, frame and focus the shot, adjust shift and tilt adjustments, reframe, refocus, and iterate. If there's any tilt, reframing will require refocusing, so I reframe first and refocus as the very last step.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Nice Bokeh
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon TS-E 45mm f/2.8 Normal Tilt Shift Manual Focus Lens for EOS:
I can not say enough GREAT things about this lens. It is a staple in my bag for creative portraits and landscape photography. I have used it for weddings, details, family shoots, and more...and every time without fail, they are some of our clients favorite photos. I plan on getting ALL of the TS-E lenses for my bag as they all serve a different purpose.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Pros
- Durable
- Nice Bokeh
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Portraiture
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon TS-E 45mm f/2.8 Normal Tilt Shift Manual Focus Lens for EOS:
I use this for tabletop product and portraiture. There's nothing like controlling your plane of focus, and the sharpness of this lens is as good as you've read in these reviews. Don't wait, buy it. Yes there is a learning curve, yes its manual focus, it won't matter if you are serious about your work.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon TS-E 45mm f/2.8 Normal Tilt Shift Manual Focus Lens for EOS:
i love this lens for landscape and wedding photography! I love miniatures with her.
Pros
- Nice Bokeh
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
Comments about Canon TS-E 45mm f/2.8 Normal Tilt Shift Manual Focus Lens for EOS:
Fantastic quality, completely new experience. Hard to master. I bow down to all folks who used it on the film and digital SLRs without live view feature.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Nice Bokeh
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
Comments about Canon TS-E 45mm f/2.8 Normal Tilt Shift Manual Focus Lens for EOS:
This lens is razed sharp. Great for producing special effects.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
Comments about Canon TS-E 45mm f/2.8 Normal Tilt Shift Manual Focus Lens for EOS:
Priceless lens for architecture, it is very interesting for other uses too.
Very precise, manual focus. It is expensive though.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- Architectural photography
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon TS-E 45mm f/2.8 Normal Tilt Shift Manual Focus Lens for EOS:
This lens is a great addition to a complete lens line up. Using the shift function appropriately produces very professional perspectives and alignment. The tilt adjusts the focal plane for an interesting use of depth of field in landscape, architectural, and portrait photography. Learn how to use it and love it, don't just crank the tilt and shift all the way to get your average 'hipster' photos.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Accurate
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Architecture
- Landscape/Scenery
Comments about Canon TS-E 45mm f/2.8 Normal Tilt Shift Manual Focus Lens for EOS:
Totally satisfied!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Macro Photography
Comments about Canon TS-E 45mm f/2.8 Normal Tilt Shift Manual Focus Lens for EOS:
I enjoy using this lens on product and food photographs. The tilt shift adds control and also creativity to shoots.
This lens is a lot more basic than a view camera and it also does not yield as dramatic of results as a view camera
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Easy to use
- Sharpness
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Bad chromatic aberration
- Heavy
- No autofocus
Best Uses
- Architecture
- Product Photography
Comments about Canon TS-E 45mm f/2.8 Normal Tilt Shift Manual Focus Lens for EOS:
Great for table-top product photography and architectural photography. Shift the lens to correct converging vertical perspective lines. Tilt the lens to control depth-of-field. Easy to use if you read about how it works first. Must use a tripod, and not good for moving subjects or action shots because the adjustments are pretty fine. Lens has bad chromatic aberration (color fringe) in the red channel when shifted to it maximum setting, but it can be lessened in Photoshop with a few steps.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Lightweight
- Nice Bokeh
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon TS-E 45mm f/2.8 Normal Tilt Shift Manual Focus Lens for EOS:
I bought this lens to use it not exactly as it is intended to be used - for weddings and portraits. My first impressions: very well build, moderate size and weight. Don't like the way the hood attaches to the lens. It is very sharp wide open and the colors are amazing.
Shifting the lens for creative focus effects is not as easy as it sounds :) The lens is manual focus only, so practice makes perfect :)
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Nice Bokeh
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon TS-E 45mm f/2.8 Normal Tilt Shift Manual Focus Lens for EOS:
Love this lens. I use it for portraits and wedding photography and I just love it. Using it definitely requires some extra time and thought but the end results are so rewarding. Very very sharp and beautiful bokeh!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Excellent optics
- Nice Bokeh
- Strong Construction
Cons
- None I can think of
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon TS-E 45mm f/2.8 Normal Tilt Shift Manual Focus Lens for EOS:
I should not have waited and purchased this lens a long time ago when it was still fairly cheap. This is now one of my favorite lens ever.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Canon TS-E 45mm f/2.8 Normal Tilt Shift Manual Focus Lens for EOS:
so far, I have no regrets buying the lens
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Multiple Functionality
Cons
- Learning curve
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon TS-E 45mm f/2.8 Normal Tilt Shift Manual Focus Lens for EOS:
I just got done using it for a wedding and pictures came out crystal clear. It is all manual focus and takes some getting use to, but after you master how to set it up then you can let your creativity shine.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Sharp
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Portraits
- Video
Comments about Canon TS-E 45mm f/2.8 Normal Tilt Shift Manual Focus Lens for EOS:
I bought this lens in particular for the added perspective control and I'm not disappointed. There is a learning curve, but the more you use it the easier it gets.
I'm also loving the manual focus. It reminds me of the many years I shot medium format cameras. The manual focus slows me down, which is a good thing.
Image quality is excellent. I've never shot "L" glass so it's impossible for me to compare the quality, but it is much better than the mid-range Canon lenses.
Though I'll never consider myself a video shooter, I have used this lens to film some live performance video and the tilt function makes for some nice creative looking video. And again the focus is nice and smooth for easy transitions.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Slow Focus
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Video
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon TS-E 45mm f/2.8 Normal Tilt Shift Manual Focus Lens for EOS:
i am a wedding photographer and wanted this lens for portraits and it is perfect. the auto exposure isn't spot on when it's shifted and tilted all the way but if you can deal with the manual focus then you can deal with manually adjusting the exposure.
great lens.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon TS-E 45mm f/2.8 Normal Tilt Shift Manual Focus Lens for EOS:
Awesome lens to set your images apart.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Maximum creativity
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon TS-E 45mm f/2.8 Normal Tilt Shift Manual Focus Lens for EOS:
I'm a wedding photographer. I added this lens to my collection to offer more dramatic and artistic images to my clients.
I don't mind the manual focus and the results will blow your mind.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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