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RF 100mm F2.8 L Macro IS USM
- 100mm
- f/2.8
- Macro
- Stabilized
- 685 g
- Min focus 0.26 m
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Quick answer
A macro lens for Canon RF full-frame cameras reaching 1.4x magnification, with a spherical aberration control ring and hybrid stabilization.
Pros
- 1.4x magnification
- Image stabilization
- Weather-sealed L build
- SA control ring for blur rendering
Cons
- Heavy for a 100mm
- Specialist
- Narrow depth of field at close range
Verdict
A versatile macro that doubles as a portrait lens.
About this lens
This 100mm f/2.8 macro lens from Canon fits Canon RF mount cameras, from the Canon L series with Image Stabilizer and ultrasonic-motor autofocus. It is intended for close-up work with small subjects such as flowers and insects.
Canon RF 100mm F2.8 L Macro IS USM specifications
- Brand
- Canon
- Mount
- Canon RF
- Focal length
- 100mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/2.8
- Lens type
- Macro
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Released
- 2021
- Optical construction
- 17 elements in 13 groups
- Aperture blades
- 9
- Image stabilization
- Yes
- Autofocus motor
- USM
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.26 m
- Maximum magnification
- 1.4x
- Filter thread
- 67 mm
- Weight
- 685 g
- Length
- 148 mm
- Diameter
- 81.5 mm
Specification source: global.canon
What can you shoot with the Canon RF 100mm F2.8 L Macro IS USM?
- Macro
- Portraits
- Product photography
Its bright maximum aperture handles indoor and evening light reasonably well.
Full-frame equivalent and field of view
Calculated from the focal length and crop factor. Not measured.
| Sensor | Crop | Equivalent | Horizontal FOV | Diagonal FOV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full frame | 1.0x | 100mm | 20.4° | 24.4° |
| APS-C | 1.6x | 160mm | 12.8° | 15.4° |
Frequently asked questions
What magnification does the Canon RF 100mm F2.8 L Macro reach?
It reaches 1.4x, slightly more than life-size, which is more than most 100mm macro lenses.
What is the SA control ring on the RF 100mm Macro?
It adjusts spherical aberration to change how out-of-focus areas look, giving softer or smoother background rendering.
Is the RF 100mm F2.8 L Macro full-frame?
Yes, and it works on APS-C RF bodies as a 160mm-equivalent lens. It mounts natively on all RF bodies, and APS-C RF bodies apply a 1.6x crop factor.
Alternatives for Canon RF from other brands
All Canon RF lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
