Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 Macro USM Fixed Lens for Canon SLR Cameras Black
Brand | Canon |
Lens Type | Telephoto |
Compatible Mountings | Canon EF |
Camera Lens Description | 100 month |
Maximum Focal Length | 100 |
About this item
- 100mm macro USM lens with f/2.8 maximum aperture for Canon SLR cameras
- Focal length: 100mm, Closest focusing distance : 1 foot (film plane to subject)
- Secondary diaphragm blocks stray light at f/2.8 for increased contrast, Ultra-sonic monitor provides outstanding autofocusing speed at all distances
- 3-group floating system for exceptional close-up performance; full-time manual focus
- Measures 3.1 inches in diameter and 4.7 inches long; weighs 21.1 ounces; 1-year warranty / Optional tripod collar / Lens not zoomable
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Auto focus | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.1 | — | — |
Image stabilization | 4.2 | 4.7 | 4.4 | 4.3 | — | — |
For portrait photography | 4.5 | 4.7 | — | 4.1 | — | — |
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lens type | Telephoto | Macro | Telephoto | Macro | Macro | Macro |
compatible mountings | Canon EF | Canon RF | Canon EF | Canon EF | Canon EF | Canon EF |
lens design | Prime | Prime | Zoom | Zoom | Prime | Prime |
focus type | Manual Focus | Auto Focus | Auto Focus | Ring-type ultrasonic | Auto Focus | Manual Focus |
minimum focal length | — | 100 millimeters | 75 millimeters | 100 millimeters | 100 millimeters | 100 millimeters |
max focal length | — | — | 300 millimeters | 100 millimeters | 100 millimeters | 100 millimeters |
fixed focal length | 100 millimeters | 100 millimeters | 300 millimeters | 100 millimeters | 100 millimeters | 100 millimeters |
model name | 4657A006 | Canon RF100mm F2.8 L MACRO IS USM | 6473A003-CR | 3554B002-cr | macro lens | 4657A006-cr |
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Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 Macro USM Fixed Lens for Canon SLR Cameras
Description:
Autofocus lens for macro photography up to life-size (1x) magnification. Inner focusing affords a long working distance of 5.9in. (149mm) at 1x. A 3-group floating system results in excellent delineation at all focusing distances. Ring USM for silent and high-speed AF, and full-time manual focusing also provided.
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Product Dimensions | 2.99 x 2.13 x 2.13 inches |
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Item Weight | 1.32 pounds |
ASIN | B00004XOM3 |
Item model number | 4657A006 |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. |
Customer Reviews |
4.7 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #554 in SLR Camera Lenses |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | October 2, 2003 |
Manufacturer | Canon Cameras US |
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CANON 100MM F/2.8 MACRO USM EF From the Manufacturer: Bring small things into full-sized view with the Canon EF 100mm macro USM lens. Macro lenses can uncover detail that would be impossible to detect by the eye and give new perspective to extremely minute subjects such as insects or the petals of a small flower, and this lens is no exception. The lens offers such features as a three-group floating system for exceptional close-up performance; a secondary diaphragm that blocks stray light at f/2.8, which increases contrast when shooting wide open; a ultra-sonic monitor (USM) that provides outstanding autofocusing speed at all focusing distances; a wide manual focusing ring with smooth action; and full-time manual focus even in AF mode. The first lens in its class to feature inner focusing, the lens carries a one-year warranty. Focal length: 100mm Maximum aperture: 1:2.8 Lens construction: 12 elements in 8 groups Diagonal angle of view: 24 degrees Focus adjustment: Inner focusing system with USM Closest focusing distance: 1 foot (film plane to subject) Filter size: 58mm Dimensions: 3.1 inches in diameter, 4.7 inches long Weight: 21.1 ounces. Filter size: 58 mm, Closest Focusing Distance: 1 feet.
From the Manufacturer
Bring small things into full-sized view with the Canon EF 100mm macro USM lens. Macro lenses can uncover detail that would be impossible to detect by the eye and give new perspective to extremely minute subjects such as insects or the petals of a small flower, and this lens is no exception. The lens offers such features as a three-group floating system for exceptional close-up performance; a secondary diaphragm that blocks stray light at f/2.8, which increases contrast when shooting wide open; a ultra-sonic monitor (USM) that provides outstanding autofocusing speed at all focusing distances; a wide manual focusing ring with smooth action; and full-time manual focus even in AF mode. The first lens in its class to feature inner focusing, the lens carries a one-year warranty.
- Focal length: 100mm
- Maximum aperture: 1:2.8
- Lens construction: 12 elements in 8 groups
- Diagonal angle of view: 24 degrees
- Focus adjustment: Inner focusing system with USM
- Closest focusing distance: 1 foot (film plane to subject)
- Filter size: 58mm
- Dimensions: 3.1 inches in diameter, 4.7 inches long
- Weight: 21.1 ounces
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Customers like the versatility, quality, and sharpness of the lens. They say it is a great macro lens that produces outstandingly crisp images. Customers also appreciate the tack sharpness, saying that it makes for great product photography. Overall, customers are happy with the quality and value of the product.
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Customers like the lens. They say it's a great lens for general purpose shots, or portrait shots. It's versatile and can be used for non-macro pictures as well. It is a really handy lens to have in your bag.
"...Excellent optical performance at all f-stop. And it is suited for number of purpose. Consider it as utility telephoto prime lens...." Read more
"...In conclusion, this is a great macro lens if you want wonderful quality, but don't mind lacking the IS of the L lens...." Read more
"...It's also one of the most versatile, since it's a true macro lens which does double- and even triple-duty as an incredible portrait lens and fast..." Read more
"...PROS:Very good macro and also takes great portraits, great versatilityThe USM is very fast if you use Auto Focus..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the clarity of the lens. They mention that the images it produces are outstandingly crisp, and it takes great portraits. The bokeh is beautiful, and the lens can deliver some great macro shots. The background of the pictures is also nice and smooth, making the people or foreground objects in the picture stand out. This is a fantastic lens that can deliver great macro pictures, and is perfect for product photography.
"...1. The pictures taken really are tack sharp.2. The auto focus ring is smooth and has enough throw to finely adjust as needed.3...." Read more
"...The images are very sharp...." Read more
"...PROS:Very good macro and also takes great portraits, great versatilityThe USM is very fast if you use Auto Focus..." Read more
"This is a fantastic lens that can deliver some great macro shots. The build quality is solid, and the optics are very nice...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the sharpness of the lens. They mention that it has been great, and they received a very sharp copy of the product on the first try. Customers are also impressed with the all-time focusing and the crispness of pictures zoomed at 100%. They say it can get super clear shots of insect eyes and butterfly proboscis.
"...macro lens, it will certainly focus faster, easy to carry, and It is very sharp and perform well for other function such as for portrait ...." Read more
"...At macro range, it will track an object and keep it in sharp focus even though my hands are twitchy and the subject may be moving around...." Read more
"...Images, both macro and regular telephoto, are crisp and sharp...." Read more
"This is by far one of the sharpest lenses on the market, even holding its own against the most expensive glass by Canon, Nikon and even Zeiss..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the quality of the lens. They mention that it is a great macro lens if you want wonderful quality, but don't mind lacking the bokeh. It is beatiful no matter what they point it at, and it's an overall well-built lens. It also makes decent product photography lens, and takes naturally beautiful landscapes. The images are pretty good and sharp, with great color and contrast.
"...It also makes decent product photography lens, though if you have extra budget, I would go for the TS-E 90mm f/2.8 Tilt-Shift Lens as it is a lens..." Read more
"...Most reviewers have already gone over how the lens feels sturdy, the focus ring is smooth with a nice throw for easy manual focusing, and how the..." Read more
"...In conclusion, this is a great macro lens if you want wonderful quality, but don't mind lacking the IS of the L lens...." Read more
"...Finally, this lens' build is just plain solid. It feels sturdy, even with its plastic (though it's high-quality plastic) barrel...." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the lens. They mention that it is good value for money, and is unbelievably sharp for the price. It makes a great mid range portrait lens, and it comes with caps and a UV filter.
"This lens is intermediately priced, good Macro Lens...." Read more
"...The lens is not very heavyThe pricing is reasonable for such a good lensWorks well with macro lighting optionsCONS:..." Read more
"...Focus was on the money for 98% of shots ( I don't want to risk saying all of them). Sharpness was stunning even wide open...." Read more
"...Price is similar, with the 60 mm being $100 less only2.)..." Read more
Customers like the speed of the camera lens. They mention that it's very fast to focus, the auto-focus is great, and the focus snaps in immediately.
"...(As it cost nearly 2.5 times) as macro lens, it will certainly focus faster, easy to carry, and It is very sharp and perform well for other..." Read more
"...feels sturdy, the focus ring is smooth with a nice throw for easy manual focusing, and how the lens is tack sharp. I could not agree more...." Read more
"...Plus, this lens has full-time manual focus, so you can fine-tune the focus yourself...." Read more
"...It's also very fast to focus when the limiter switch is set to keep it out of the macro range...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the performance of the lens. They mention it works just fine for their needs, is very quiet, and does really well for other types of shooting. It works nicely as a portrait lens, and produces acceptable results. It's a fantastic performer, and is of excellent quality. Some customers also find it to be a great lens to work with, and find it perfect for their work.
"...focus faster, easy to carry, and It is very sharp and perform well for other function such as for portrait ...." Read more
"...The pricing is reasonable for such a good lensWorks well with macro lighting optionsCONS:..." Read more
"...Beyond the macro photography, this lens also does really well for other types of shooting...." Read more
"...First of all, this lens works best with a good tripod if you are using it for its' macro capabilities...." Read more
Customers find the portability of the camera lens to be difficult. They mention that the weight is a little bit big, the lens feels very heavy on the camera, and it is more difficult to carry around.
"...There are only a few cons to this lens. The most obvious is how heavy it is (though not nearly as heavy as the non-USM version)...." Read more
"...It is rather more difficult to carry around, and you can get a 3rd party remote release for around 1/3 the price of the Canon original." Read more
"...Except we are talking about a VERY small object, and so very fine focus control is required...." Read more
"...as macro lens, it will certainly focus faster, easy to carry, and It is very sharp and perform well for other function such as for..." Read more
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This focal length is particularly useful since its 100mm focal length (160mm on APS-C lineup) can achieve reasonable result for both Portrait photography and Macro Photography.
With this lens, you can get pretty close to your subject without much of compromise. Focus is reasonably fast, that is somewhat sufficient to chase small animal if used with camera such as 20D, 30D, 1D MKII.
But, if you shoot small creature professionally, you might feel bit awkward at some point as it is very easy to hit limitation of current AF technology, if so, it might be better off switch to MF quickly to chase the subject. And this lens perform reasonably well on the MF mode as well.
But, you really have to use it with full sensor DSLR such as 5D or 1DS series to get your money worth from this lens. You will love bokeh this lens will create when you shoot with this lens.
While it will not match optical performance of EF 180mm f/3.5 L USM Macro Lens (As it cost nearly 2.5 times) as macro lens, it will certainly focus faster, easy to carry, and It is very sharp and perform well for other function such as for portrait .
Of course, I will not say it will match performance of true portrait lens from Canon that sports much wider aperture, but this lens came pretty close, and you can get away with the most of professional assignment with this.
I just recently completed photo shoot for some professional magazine article that catered for designer and photographer, and this lens perform superbly along with more expensive L variety lens. So, this lens is pretty reliable.
Some professional pointed vignetting issue at f/2.8, though I did not notice much. My shooting style does not required to take notice as I tend to stopped down to shoot subject when I am using this lens, but it is possible to be a issue for some people who tend to shoot at wide open.
As a Macro Lens, this lens will really shine when stopped down to beyond f/16 or so, as it is true macro lens designed to shine at those f-stop range.
This focal length are popular for macro photography, and there are other budget solution from third party manufacture, and few OEM brands that sports Auto Focus mode exist, but they will not match optical performance of EF100 f/2.8 USM Macro Lens as this lens is very nice at almost all f-stop whereas third party solution is tend to be good at particular f-stop .
It does not weigh much, so it will not going to be your burden. When I am on the field, I tend to carry 3 large zoom + one or two fixed focus lens, and this lens will be one of such lens to bring if I have to choose among prime lens.
It also makes decent product photography lens, though if you have extra budget, I would go for the TS-E 90mm f/2.8 Tilt-Shift Lens as it is a lens designed for that particular purpose. But, when you are on the field, and asked to do quick work on the spot, EF 100mm f/2.8 USM Macro will handle job just fine.
Pro:
Excellent optical performance at all f-stop. And it is suited for number of purpose. Consider it as utility telephoto prime lens.
Good Starter Lens for Macro Photography, and easiest to master compared to other Macro solution offered at the Canon EF system.
Con:
Hood or Pouch are not included, and you will need them!
I have upped the star rating from 3 to 5 based on receiving a functional, refurbished unit that I received directly from Canon. If the lens was not up to the highest possible degree, I would have kept the review at 4 stars, based on my bad experience after purchasing my first lens. It exceeded all of my expectations once I received a fully functional lens. I will try to explain how in the following review.
I have now used this refurbished lens to take (at time of this review) around 700 pics in the last couple of weeks. I could not wait to update the review.
My initial impressions are extremely positive. Most reviewers have already gone over how the lens feels sturdy, the focus ring is smooth with a nice throw for easy manual focusing, and how the lens is tack sharp. I could not agree more. After getting a working lens (the autofocus now operates as I would expect) I can report that all of these statements are true. The thing that struck me the most, though, was the accuracy and speed of the autofocus system. At macro range, it will track an object and keep it in sharp focus even though my hands are twitchy and the subject may be moving around. There are a few moments where the focus will stop tracking, but a quick retap of the autofocus button will resume the search. As was stated in one of the comments, the autofocus does not like going from macro range to standard range, but this is a good thing. It tries to anticipate where the focus will be, instead of hunting all over the range.
The sharpness of this lens is the next massive asset in this lens's bag of tricks. The level of detail you get from pictures taken in a standard magnification range is absurd. Every line of every feather is in sharp contrast on a bird (assuming you can get close enough to fill a good portion of the frame at 100mm). Get close and the smallest details pop out. The tiny hairs on a grasshopper are present in the photo, and compound eyes become a nest of interwoven latticework.
Because this is a 100mm lens, in theory, one only needs to be 1/160sec on a 1.6x crop lens to avoid visible blur from camera shake (not sure if this translates to macro though...) which means you can hand hold this lens in moderate light (I have a very good amount of keepers at 1/160th). My recommendation, though, is to have a flash unit. I have a 430 ex ii which has been wonderful. I do not miss the lack of image stabilization on this lens due to the fact that I mostly use an external flash. I have tried to use the lens without a flash and unless you have fantastic natural light you're better off with a flash. Also, some claim IS assists in composing and framing. Composing a hand held shot is not difficult to me, even at maximum magnification and without IS. As I stated before, my hands are shaky, too.
If your photos require a close up perspective, this is a fantastic option. The results from a working version of this lens speak for themselves. In the first 5 minutes I was hugely impressed, and with a small amount of experience my love for this lens has only grown. I have also used the 100 f/2.8L which is very similar to this lens, but with the addition of IS and a red stripe (ok - a few other things, too). In practice, I have not seen an appreciable difference between the two lenses. The non-L is good enough for me.
Hope all this helps!
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Original Review:
The autofocus on this lens did not operate. It would hunt for focus for a few seconds and then stop trying. This was the case in all light levels. I also tried this with multiple focus distance limits (the switch on the side) as well as multiple camera bodies.
This is so sad because the lens has so much potential.
1. The pictures taken really are tack sharp.
2. The auto focus ring is smooth and has enough throw to finely adjust as needed.
3. The lens really opens up a world of fun in your photography. I found myself shooting everything I could to "test" the broken mechanism. It was hard to send back, even though I knew it was broken.
As far as the return process, I purchased this from Amazon, sold by Adorama (a company I've followed for quite a while and have trusted). They claimed that because I did not purchase directly through them (but rather on Amazon's site) I could not receive an exchange for a working unit. I could only return for a refund. They were going to charge me retroactive shipping from them ("free" on the original order), a restocking fee, and I had to foot the bill to ship back to them. WHAT?!? After a [mostly] calm conversation with their phone support I was told I would receive a full refund and a shipping label to ship it back. I'm out no money for a defective product shipped to me, so I'm now a happy camper.
Since the refunded money has already been reallocated, I now have to save up for this lens again...It's that good that I wouldn't go without it for too long after briefly having it in my possession. Thus it hurts to give it a 3-star...I just can't give higher without receiving a working unit. :(
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5Sterne für die Verarbeitung:
Als das Objektiv dann endlich da war, wartete ich keine Minute mehr es endlich auszuprobieren. 600Gramm sind für dieses Objektiv kein Gramm zu viel. Es liegt wunderbar solide in der Hand und hat eine hervorragende Haptik. Allein das Objektiv in der Hand zu halten weckte in mir also bereits große Erwartungen. Metallbajonett, massives Gehäuse, präzises Filtergewinde... sitzt und passt!
5Sterne für die Bedienung:
Egal wie oft man liest, dass ein Innenfokussystem den Einsatz eines Polfilters erleichtert, glauben tut man es doch erst, wenn man es ausprobiert. Die Einstellung des Polfilters ist sehr viel komfortabler als bei anderen Objektiven. Darüber hinaus ist die feste Frontlinse für Makroaufnahmen (für die dieses Objektiv bekanntlich ausgelegt ist) förderlich, da sich der, ohnehin schon sehr sensibel einzustellende, Abstand zum Motiv nicht verändert. Ein weiterer Vorteil, den ich auch in Zukunft bei der Bestellung neuer Objektive nicht mehr missen will, ist der USM. Meine Erwartungen an Canons bestes Fokussystem waren hoch. Doch das Objektiv übertraf sie trotzdem noch. Setzt man sich in ein stilles Zimmer und probiert den Autofokus aus, so kann man einen gleichmäßigen und ruhigen Lauf hören. Bei normaler Geräuschkulisse hört man den Autofokusmotor bereits nicht mehr. Kein Vergleich zu meinen bisherigen Objektiven, die Ähnlichkeit mit alten Dieselmotoren aufweisen. Die Schnelligkeit und Präzision des Autofokussystems ist vollstens zufriedenstellend. Weiterhin ist auch ein manuelles Fokussieren ausgesprochen feinfülig und präzise möglich. Ein Eingriff in das Autofokussystem ist jederzeit unproblematisch möglich.
5Sterne für die Abbildungsqualität:
Wie von einer Festbrennweite nicht anders zu erwarten hat das 100mm Macro USM eine vergleichsweise hohe Lichtstärke und keinerlei optische Makel. Keine störende Vignettierung, keine Farbfehler. Das Bokeh ist ein Traum, mehr bleibt nicht zu sagen. Bei Makroaufnahmen im Abbildungsmaßstab 1:1 hat das Objektiv bei Offenblende rechnerisch einen Schärfekreis von ca.0,2mm. Sehr differenzierte Scharfstellung ist somit möglich. Wem der geringe Schärfekreis nicht ausreicht, dem bleibt ja noch das Abblenden.
Im gesamten bleibt also nur zu sagen. Das Objektiv ist seinen Preis wert, eine klare Kaufempfehlung.
The lens is well built - a little lighter than I would have thought and it's fairly long but it doesn't feel flimsy.
Auto focus is good and fast in good light. If you're not using the lens for macro flick the switch on the side to limit the focus mechanism to anything greater than 48cm distance and it speeds up a whole lot more.
There's a full time focus ring and a manual/auto focus switch too. Focusing is internal meaning the lens doesn't grow in length as you're focusing which I really like.
Now down to the nitty gritty: image quality - which is really excellent. I personally bought the lens after reading many reviews on the web and I have not been disappointed in the least. Background blur is also very beautiful. Images are incredibly sharp all the way from f/2.8 so I have no reservations using the lens wide open. Stopped down a bit things just get better - the details this thing can resolve are outstanding. Operating at minimum focus distance (31cm) with an aperture of just 2.8 leads to a super narrow depth of field, we're talking probably 1 or 2mm is in sharp focus! However, it will allow you to be very selective about what is in focus.
Another good feature of the lens is that whilst achieving 1:1 reroduction at it's closest focusing distance it still gives you about 15cm from the end of the lens to the subject. I own the 60mm ef-s macro too and the working distance is down to 9cm on that lens which in some instances is a bit close for comfort, especially where bugs are concerned and they tend to fly off for obvious reasons. It's a bit better with this lens as there's more room.
On a camera with the APS-C sized sensor such as the Canon 60D, 7D, 600d etc what this lens works out to is a 160mm medium telephoto lens. This is likely a bit too long for most portrait work. I have found occasional use for the lens on an APS-C camera body for shooting candid head shots of guests at weddings as the focal length generally puts you outside the zone where people are aware a camera being pointed at them. However, It's not like the 85mm lens which converts to the classic 135mm on an APS-C camera but of course that lens doesn't have macro. Just have a little think what you want this for on an APS-C body - the 60mm EF-S macro may be better for you on these cameras as it obviously has macro functionality plus it converts to 100mm; a much more usable length for portraits; it's a bit more versatile overall on APS-C bodies.
Price is very reasonable in my opinion, it's at the top end of what canon charge for their standard range of lenses but given the superb image quality across the aperture range this is fair.
All round though it's still an awesome lens.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 28, 2007
The lens is well built - a little lighter than I would have thought and it's fairly long but it doesn't feel flimsy.
Auto focus is good and fast in good light. If you're not using the lens for macro flick the switch on the side to limit the focus mechanism to anything greater than 48cm distance and it speeds up a whole lot more.
There's a full time focus ring and a manual/auto focus switch too. Focusing is internal meaning the lens doesn't grow in length as you're focusing which I really like.
Now down to the nitty gritty: image quality - which is really excellent. I personally bought the lens after reading many reviews on the web and I have not been disappointed in the least. Background blur is also very beautiful. Images are incredibly sharp all the way from f/2.8 so I have no reservations using the lens wide open. Stopped down a bit things just get better - the details this thing can resolve are outstanding. Operating at minimum focus distance (31cm) with an aperture of just 2.8 leads to a super narrow depth of field, we're talking probably 1 or 2mm is in sharp focus! However, it will allow you to be very selective about what is in focus.
Another good feature of the lens is that whilst achieving 1:1 reroduction at it's closest focusing distance it still gives you about 15cm from the end of the lens to the subject. I own the 60mm ef-s macro too and the working distance is down to 9cm on that lens which in some instances is a bit close for comfort, especially where bugs are concerned and they tend to fly off for obvious reasons. It's a bit better with this lens as there's more room.
On a camera with the APS-C sized sensor such as the Canon 60D, 7D, 600d etc what this lens works out to is a 160mm medium telephoto lens. This is likely a bit too long for most portrait work. I have found occasional use for the lens on an APS-C camera body for shooting candid head shots of guests at weddings as the focal length generally puts you outside the zone where people are aware a camera being pointed at them. However, It's not like the 85mm lens which converts to the classic 135mm on an APS-C camera but of course that lens doesn't have macro. Just have a little think what you want this for on an APS-C body - the 60mm EF-S macro may be better for you on these cameras as it obviously has macro functionality plus it converts to 100mm; a much more usable length for portraits; it's a bit more versatile overall on APS-C bodies.
Price is very reasonable in my opinion, it's at the top end of what canon charge for their standard range of lenses but given the superb image quality across the aperture range this is fair.
All round though it's still an awesome lens.