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EF 100mm F2.8L Macro IS USM
- 100mm
- f/2.8
- Macro
- Stabilized
- 625 g
- Min focus 0.3 m
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Quick answer
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
Verdict
A strong EF macro choice for handheld work.
About this lens
The Canon EF 100mm F2.8L Macro IS USM is a macro lens covering 100mm at f/2.8 for Canon EF mount cameras, from the Canon L series with Image Stabilizer and ultrasonic-motor autofocus. A professional 1:1 macro with image stabilization that doubles as a short-telephoto portrait lens.
Canon EF 100mm F2.8L Macro IS USM specifications
- Brand
- Canon
- Mount
- Canon EF
- Focal length
- 100mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/2.8
- Lens type
- Macro
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Released
- 2009
- Optical construction
- 15 elements in 12 groups
- Aperture blades
- 9
- Image stabilization
- Yes
- Autofocus motor
- USM
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.3 m
- Maximum magnification
- 1x
- Filter thread
- 67 mm
- Weight
- 625 g
- Length
- 123 mm
- Diameter
- 77.7 mm
Specification source: global.canon
What can you shoot with the Canon EF 100mm F2.8L Macro IS USM?
- Handheld macro
- Portraits
- Product photography
- Nature close-ups
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 is hybrid IS on the Canon EF 100mm f/2.8L Macro?
It stabilizes for both angular and shift camera motion, which matters at macro distances.
Is the EF 100mm f/2.8L Macro compatible with full-frame cameras?
Yes. It covers full-frame and APS-C EF bodies, and works on RF mirrorless cameras via the EF-RF adapter.
Is the L macro worth the extra over the non-L EF 100mm macro?
The L adds hybrid image stabilization and weather sealing, which help for handheld close-ups. For tripod macro, the non-L lens is similarly sharp.
Alternatives for Canon EF from other brands
All Canon EF lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
