Canon EF 100mm f2.8 USM Macro Lens

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Pros

  • Fast / accurate auto-focus (433)
  • Consistent output (276)
  • Well built / quality construction (228)
  • Easily interchangeable (215)
  • Durable (185)
  • Lightweight (116)
  • Rugged (93)
  • Easy to clean (50)
  • Clear glass (5)
  • Simple / intuitive controls (4)
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Cons

  • Heavy / bulky (72)
  • Slow focus (53)
  • Weak casing (9)
  • Scratches easily (5)
  • Lens creep (4)
  • Hard to clean (2)
  • No image stabilization / blurry images (2)
  • Pricey (2)
  • Prosumer quality (2)

Best Uses

  • Portraits (146)
  • General purpose (144)
  • Macro (119)
  • Wildlife (109)
  • Special effects (79)
  • Macro and portraits (46)
  • Landscapes (25)
  • Night photography (18)
  • Sports/action (17)
  • Upgrade (15)
 
 
 

Provided by photoalley.com

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.

  • Entirely new optically, with a three-group floating system for exceptional close-up performance.
  • The first lens in its class to feature innner focusing. The lens length never changes, even at life size!
  • A secondary diaphragm blocks stray light at f/2.8, increasing contrast when shooting wide-open.
  • Ultrasonic Motor provides outstanding AF speed at all focusing distances.
  • Wide manual focusing ring with smooth action, and full-time manual focus even in AF mode.

Specification Description
Model 4657A006
UPC 082966214233
Aperture f/2.8
Filter/Wide Angle Capability 58mm
Fits Camera Made By Canon
Lens Type Macro
Select Film & Digital Integrated Lenses
Select Lens Style Macro
Select Mount Canon
Type Telephoto

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Canon EF 100mm f2.8 USM Macro Lens Reviews

 
 
 

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[6 of 6 customers found this review helpful]

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[8 of 8 customers found this review helpful]

 
★★★★★
5.0
Versatility Embodied

"I purchased this lens chiefly for macro photography, and it performs admirably for this purpose. It has a large enough maximum aperture that you can sharply image butterflies or other insects by utilizing a fast shutter speed. I haven't yet encountered a problem with inadequate exposure, but admittedly, I don't try to take insect pictures at dusk, either. I considered getting the 60 mm Canon macro lens instea..." Read Full Review »

Aug 29, 2008 by fishydoc

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★★★☆☆
3.0
High Class, but in this range, not necessarily the best available

"Having been a user of various Macro/Micro lenses over many years as a Professional, I can fairly state that although this still does rank among the best available in the 50-100mm range, I feel that it is no longer the best option available to Canon Macro enthusiasts. This is coming from someone who covets an extensive range of incomparable Canon L series lenses! Having recently been in the position of bei..." Read Full Review »

Jul 02, 2007 by Steve Tracy

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[6 of 6 customers found this review helpful]

Canon EF 100mm f2.8 USM Macro Lens Review

Versatility Embodied

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Consistent Output
  • Durable
  • Easily Interchangeable
  • Rugged
  • Sharp Focus

    Cons

  • NONE

    Best Uses

  • General Use
  • Macro
  • Portraits
 

"I purchased this lens chiefly for macro photography, and it performs admirably for this purpose. It has a large enough maximum aperture that you can sharply image butterflies or other insects by utilizing a fast shutter speed. I haven't yet encountered a problem with inadequate exposure, but admit …"  Read Full Review »

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Aug 29 2008
fishydoc
Anderson, IN
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Price: $639.95
 
 

[4 of 4 customers found this review helpful]

Canon EF 100mm f2.8 USM Macro Lens Review

A Must Have!

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Consistent Output
  • Easily Interchangeable
  • Lightweight
  • Sharp Focus
  • Strong Construction

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Macro and portraits
  • Wildlife
 

"This is one fabulous lens, deserving the “hidden-L” designation, although there is no UD glass inside. This lens scores very high on objective bench tests for several reasons including:

– zero distortion regardless of the size of CMOS.

– no vignetting on “C” size cameras, moderate vignetting wide …"  Read Full Review »

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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Aug 25 2008
Dr. Max
East Mtns of NM
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Price: $639.95
 
 

[4 of 4 customers found this review helpful]

Canon EF 100mm f2.8 USM Macro Lens Review

Good value and consistent performer

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Consistent Output
  • Lightweight
  • Sharp Focus
  • Strong Construction

    Cons

  • Can be hard to focus
  • No lens case

    Best Uses

  • Macro
  • Portraits
  • Special Effects
 

"This is an excellent macro lens. Optically, the lens parallels that to of an L-series lens. A nice feature with this lens is the ability to take other photographs other than just macro. Some macro lens will only allow for only macro use. I have been using this lens for a while now, and I continu …"  Read Full Review »

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Jul 27 2007
nmcoyoteguy
Albuquerque, NM
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  • Professional
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Price: $639.95
 
 

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

Canon EF 100mm f2.8 USM Macro Lens Review

real nice lens

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Consistent Output
  • Durable
  • Easily Interchangeable
  • Nice hefty lens
  • Rugged
  • More »

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Close-ups
  • General Use
  • Portraits
  • Wildlife
 

"this is the lens i was missing. it has allowed me to see things that most people will never see. enlarge a close-up of a tiny flower or insect and create a work of art! i find myself discovering things every time i use it. you will need a sturdy tripod for full macro work, but hand-held shots are po …"  Read Full Review »

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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jul 10 2007
bob, an explorer
arlington heights, illinois
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  • Hobbyist/Enthusiast
  • Nature lover
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Price: $639.95
 
 

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

Canon EF 100mm f2.8 USM Macro Lens Review

Must have for Macro work

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Consistent Output
  • Durable
  • Easily Interchangeable
  • Easy To Clean
  • Sharp Focus
  • More »

    Cons

  • Slow Focus

    Best Uses

  • General Use
  • Macro
  • Portraits
  • Wildlife
 

"This len opened up new world of Macro Photography for Me. I used this len to take pictures of insects. This len give me working range to take pictures of flying insects like butterflies, bees, & wasps. The len is very sharp. The auto focus will hunt in macro work. You will have to use manual focus a …"  Read Full Review »

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Sep 10 2008
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Pierre SD
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Price: $639.95
 
 
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