Canon EF 100mm F2.8L Macro IS USM vs Canon MP-E 65mm f/2.8 1-5x Macro
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Canon MP-E 65mm f/2.8 1-5x Macro goes wider (65mm vs 100mm).
- Canon EF 100mm F2.8L Macro IS USM reaches further (100mm vs 65mm).
| Spec | EF 100mm F2.8L Macro IS USM | MP-E 65mm f/2.8 1-5x Macro |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Canon | Canon |
| Mount | Canon EF | Canon EF |
| Type | Macro | Macro |
| Focal length | 100mm | 65mm (wider) |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Released | 2009 | n/a |
| Blades | 9 | n/a |
| Format | full-frame | n/a |
| Groups | 12 | n/a |
| Af motor | USM | n/a |
| Elements | 15 | n/a |
| Weight g | 625.0 | n/a |
| Filter mm | 67 | n/a |
| Length mm | 123.0 | n/a |
| Stabilized | Yes | n/a |
| Diameter mm | 77.7 | n/a |
| Min focus m | 0.3 | n/a |
| Max magnification | 1.0 | n/a |
Canon EF 100mm F2.8L Macro IS USM
The EF 100mm F2.8L Macro IS USM is a 1:1 macro lens with a hybrid image stabilizer that compensates for shift as well as angular motion. Weather-sealed and usable as a medium portrait lens.
Pros
- Hybrid IS for close-up
- 1:1 macro
- Weather-sealed
- Good working distance
Cons
- Heavier than the non-L
- Effective focal length shortens at close focus
- Narrow depth of field at close range
Canon MP-E 65mm f/2.8 1-5x Macro
A specialist macro lens that works only between 1x and 5x life-size magnification. Manual focus, with no infinity setting.
Pros
- 1x to 5x magnification
- Sharp
- Unique capability
Cons
- Manual focus only
- Cannot focus to infinity
- Needs flash or strong light and a stable support