Optimized for close-up shooting, the EF 100mm f/2.8 Macro USM from Canon mixes a comfortable short telephoto focal length with a short working distance. As a macro lens, first and foremost, this lens affords a life-size, 1:1 maximum magnification along with a 1' minimum focusing distance and the 100mm focal length is also well-suited for portraiture and other mid-length subjects. Benefitting image quality, one ultra-low dispersion element is featured, which limits color fringing and chromatic aberrations for high clarity, and a Super Spectra coating is also applied to suppress flare and ghosting for improved contrast. A three-group internal floating focusing system is also used to maintain image quality throughout the entire focus range and an Ultrasonic Motor provides quick and quiet autofocus performance, along with full-time manual focus control.
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Key Features
- EF-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format
- Aperture Range: f/2.8 to f/32
- One Ultra-Low Dispersion Element
- Super Spectra Coating
Optimized for close-up shooting, the EF 100mm f/2.8 Macro USM from Canon mixes a comfortable short telephoto focal length with a short working distance. As a macro lens, first and foremost, this lens affords a life-size, 1:1 maximum magnification along with a 1' minimum focusing distance and the 100mm focal length is also well-suited for portraiture and other mid-length subjects. Benefitting image quality, one ultra-low dispersion element is featured, which limits color fringing and chromatic aberrations for high clarity, and a Super Spectra coating is also applied to suppress flare and ghosting for improved contrast. A three-group internal floating focusing system is also used to maintain image quality throughout the entire focus range and an Ultrasonic Motor provides quick and quiet autofocus performance, along with full-time manual focus control.
More DetailsCanon EF 100mm f/2.8 Macro USM Overview
Short telephoto prime is designed for full-frame Canon EF-mount DSLRs, however can also be used with APS-C models where it provides a 160mm equivalent focal length.
Ideal for macro shooting, this lens offers a life-size 1:1 maximum magnification along with a minimum focusing distance of 1' to suit working with close-up subjects.
One ultra-low dispersion (UD) element greatly reduces chromatic aberrations and color fringing for improved clarity and color accuracy.
Super Spectra coating has been applied to individual elements to minimize ghosting and flare for greater contrast and color neutrality when working in strong lighting conditions.
A ring-type Ultrasonic Motor (USM) is employed to deliver fast, precise, and quiet autofocus performance as well as full-time manual focus override.
Three-group floating elements system along with an internal focusing design helps to maintain consistent image quality throughout the focusing range.
Focus Limiter switch lets you constrain the focusing to two different ranges for faster focusing performance: 1'-infinity and 1.6'-infinity.
Rounded eight-blade diaphragm contributes to a pleasing out of focus quality that benefits the use of shallow depth of field and selective focus techniques.
Optional rotating tripod collar is available and benefits working with the lens atop a tripod or monopod.
Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 Macro USMSpecs
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Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 Macro USM Reviews
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Does the efs60mm f/2.8 Macro USM fit on a EOS 5D Mark III camera body?
No. The Canon 5D Mark III is not compatible with EF-S Lenses.
Date published: 2020-01-23
What is the biggest difference between the Canon ...
What is the biggest difference between the Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 Macro and the f/2.8L Macro? Thanks
The "L" version has image stabilization, higher quality Canon L series optics, Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm, and Weather-Sealed Construction.
Date published: 2021-06-05
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I've been reading lots of reviews on Macro lenses in the 90-105mm focal length, and I seem to sense that in this focal length range the better it is to look for one with image stabilization. There'll be times when I can use a tripod and not need it, but I like to be able to handhold when I'm out hiking and don't want to lug a tripod with me. I usually stick with Canon lenses since I have an EOS 70D, but I also like affordability. What would be your recommendation between a Sigma macro lens with OS and a Tamron macro with VC in the focal length range I'm interested? I'm pretty sure I want to do more in the macro field as I look for new areas to try and think that I'd feel better about using a designated lens over a close-up lens.
VC or IS is useless for macro work due to the extreme magnification that you're working with. learn macro shooting techniques. Or if you have a newer body crank up ISO to get fast shutter speed. The best option is to use tripod with remote trigger
Date published: 2018-11-29
What type lenses does 5d Mk IV uses
What type lenses does 5d Mk IV uses
The Canon 5D series all use EF mount lenses.
Date published: 2020-05-08
I don't see Canon EOS 5D Mark II listed under ...
I don't see Canon EOS 5D Mark II listed under compatible cameras however I was told by a Canon retailer that it would be. What is the correct answer. First question here:What cameras is this compatible with? Answer:The Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 Macro USM Lens is compatible with all current Canon DSLR camera bodies. (APS-C or Full Frame). Can I use this with my Canon 5D Mark II?
Correct, the Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 Macro USM Lens is compatible with the 5D mark II as it covers full-frame sensors and uses Canon's EF mount for connection.
Date published: 2019-04-01
How do I make the whole piece of whatever I am ...
How do I make the whole piece of whatever I am trying to take a picture of focused instead of just pieces of it? No focusing option.. Confused lol
When shooting close-ups with the Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 Macro USM Lens you should stop the lens down to f/16 to f/32. This will give you more depth of field. You should also focus 2/3rd back on your subject.
Date published: 2019-01-30
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Hi, it says in specifications that the tripod collar is Optional Removable. Does that mean that a tripod collar fits on the lens, or that when you buy this lens you get one?
The lens does not come with a tripod collar. It is an optional accessory that will fit on the lens. http://bhpho.to/1lbW0Il
Date published: 2018-08-27
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What is the working distance in Macro? Is it less than a foot?
The minimum focusing distance of this lens is right at 1 ft. Keep in mind that distance is from the camera sensor to the subject, not the front of the lens to the subject.
Date published: 2021-06-05