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TTArtisan 40mm f/2.8 Macro Lens for Canon RF

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TTArtisan 40mm f/2.8 Macro Lens for Canon RF
Key Features
  • RF-Mount Lens / APS-C Format
  • 64mm (35mm Equivalent)
  • Aperture Range: f/2.8 to f/16
  • Manual Focus Lens
Designed for close distances, the 40mm f/2.8 Macro from TTArtisan is a macro prime offering a 1:1 life-size maximum magnification along with a 6.7" minimum focusing distance. Benefitting both close-up shooting as well as working at greater distances, the optical design uses 8 elements in 7 groups to maintain consistent image quality and sharpness throughout the focusing range. The 40mm f/2.8 has a manual focus design and an 11-blade diaphragm that contributes to a smooth bokeh quality, making it an excellent portrait lens.
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TTArtisan 40mm f/2.8 Overview

Designed for close distances, the 40mm f/2.8 Macro from TTArtisan is a macro prime offering a 1:1 life-size maximum magnification along with a 6.7" minimum focusing distance. Benefitting both close-up shooting as well as working at greater distances, the optical design uses 8 elements in 7 groups to maintain consistent image quality and sharpness throughout the focusing range. The 40mm f/2.8 has a manual focus design and an 11-blade diaphragm that contributes to a smooth bokeh quality, making it an excellent portrait lens.

Ideal for macro shooting, this lens offers a life-size 1:1 maximum magnification along with a minimum focusing distance of 6.7" to suit working with close-up subjects.
Eleven-blade diaphragm and bright f/2.8 maximum aperture help to render smooth and pleasing bokeh to benefit shallow depth of field imagery.
Excellent portrait lens with large aperture for photographing in challenging lighting conditions.
Manual focus operation for precise control over focusing distance when working with close-up subjects.
Slim and lightweight design is easier to use handheld and offers more room for illuminating close-up subjects.

TTArtisan 40mm f/2.8 Specs

Focal Length40mm (35mm Equivalent Focal Length: 64mm)
Maximum Aperturef/2.8
Minimum Aperturef/16
Lens MountCanon RF
Lens Format CoverageAPS-C
Angle of View40°
Tilt-ShiftNot Specified by Manufacturer
Minimum Focus Distance6.7" / 17 cm
Maximum Magnification1x
Macro Reproduction Ratio1:1
Optical Design8 Elements in 7 Groups
Diaphragm Blades11
Focus TypeManual Focus
Image StabilizationNo
Filter Size52 mm (Front)
Dimensions (ø x L)2.4 x 3" / 62 x 76 mm
Weight13.1 oz / 371 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight1.2 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)5 x 4.2 x 3.1"

TTArtisan 40mm f/2.8 Reviews

Unbelievably sharp, short focus throw

By Frank
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2023-05-01

This lens is a pleasure to shoot with. It is definitely one of the sharpest lenses I have ever shot with. It is a little less contrasty than I would normally like but this works well in helping me focus on small objects. My only complaints about this lens is that is does focus by extending the barrel and the focus throw is a bit short for my taste. Otherwise, given the price, this is another amazing value by TTartisan.

40MM Macro lens

By robert
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-01-08

In my opinion this a fantastic macro lens if your new to macro photography, sharp image and easy to focus. I have used this on a number of occasions and it has yet to fail me. The only complaint I have is when using a lower aperture it can cause the borders of the picture to be a bit blurry, but other than that I think this is a fantastic beginner macro lens!

Not bad

By Louis
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2022-10-19

I am enjoying it and if you are really not a big Macro user it is a way to enter the genre

Built like a tank!

By Sean
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2022-10-04

The build quality of this lens is great, it's built like a tank. If for any reason it was dropped, it wouldn't break. The metal lens cap is also a really nice touch. The only reason I'm giving this a four instead of a five is that it is a fully manual lens. This can be a bit of a pain sometimes but if you can use it right, you won't have any problem with it. And keep in mind that it has all of this for only 100 dollars, so you're getting really good value from this. If you're just starting off with macro photography, this is a great lens.

A surprisingly good lens

By Cameron
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-09-06

I bought this lens, on a whim, in order to photograph my watches on an XT-4. (I normally use the GFX camera system.) I was pleasantly surprised at the heft and design of the lens. It is very well-made and more than acceptable when stopped down a stop or two. I am a pro with over 40 years experience and I would not hesitate to suggest this lens for the FujiFilm X mount cameras.

Good macro for Fujifilm X camera

By Max
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2022-08-21

For the price, a good macro lens for my Fuji camera. Fits well, but camera functions do Not work with this lens...so you have to use the lens itself for any adjustments. The lens does have zoom adjustment, so you have some control over just how close up you want to get to the subject. I find this lens useful, and as a starter macro lens I am satisfied with it. But I will eventually get a more expensive macro lens that is truly compatible with the Fujifilm camera.

Super versatile lens!

By Tovin
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-02-21

Being a nature photographer, it is a pain having to switch back and forth between different lenses, but this has become the only lens I bring when I'm heading out the door! The ability to get all the way to 1:1 magnification but still be sharp and crisp with larger subjects at 20mm is absolutely fantastic! I've been using for both video and photo with few issues! Metal screw on lens cap is different for sure, but I've found myself liking it a lot, as I don't worry about it falling off. Only downside: some light reflections inside the body when external lights are reflected from certain angles, which causes some almost light leak looking issues, and looses sharpness past f/8 but otherwise, it is phenomenal.

Excellent image for the price

By Jonathan
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-01-10

So much fun to use, and when coupled with great light and a steady tripod, you can get incredible photos. You need to use manual mode but it really teaches you how to work the settings.

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Is this compatible with Canon R5?

Is this compatible with Canon R5?
Asked by: Robert
The TTArtisan 40mm f/2.8 Macro Lens for Canon RF will fit and work as a manual lens on the Canon R5. But it is for a crop APS-C size sensor. So it will vignette the image.
Answered by: Robert
Date published: 2022-02-01

I bought this lens to use with my Canon R5. I can ...

I bought this lens to use with my Canon R5. I can focus with no problem, but the shutter does not engage. Am I doing something wrong or is there a problem with the lens?
Asked by: Gail
You would need to set the Canon R5 in the menu to release shutter w/o lens. It is shown here in the manual where it is. It is in the bottom of this page. https://cam.start.canon/en/C003/manual/html/UG-08_Custom_0030.html
Answered by: Daniel
Date published: 2022-08-08

Does the RF mount lens vignette on a full frame ...

Does the RF mount lens vignette on a full frame canon EOS R?
Asked by: William
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Date published: 2023-01-19

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Date published: 2023-02-13

Is there significant chromatic aberration at the ...

Is there significant chromatic aberration at the closest focus distances, and is it sharp corner-to-corner?
Asked by: J. C.
This is sharp certainly for the price range corner to corner provided what is in frame is all on the same plane. The lens is coated and you should not have aberration provided you are focused on the closest subject and it will be sharp as long as it is not closer than the minimum focus distance.
Answered by: Jessica G
Date published: 2023-04-30

is this a good lens for digitizing negatives?

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Asked by: Nellie
Good lens to look at that will offer you a 1:1 life-size maximum magnification. we usually suggest 60mm and 100 Marco but the 40mm will do the job.
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How good is the quality at non-macro distances, e.g., street, landscape, etc.?
Asked by: Chris
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Yes it will work. The Lumix G2 will use the sensor for metering so it will work.
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