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EF-M 28mm f/3.5 Macro IS STM
- 28mm
- f/3.5
- Macro
- Stabilized
- 130 g
- Min focus 0.1 m
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Quick answer
A 2016 macro lens for EOS M with 1:1 magnification (1.2x in Super Macro mode) and a built-in LED macro light. It has image stabilization and a 43mm thread.
Pros
- 1:1 magnification, 1.2x in Super Macro
- Built-in LED lighting
- Image stabilization
- Compact at about 130g
Cons
- Very short working distance
- EF-M mount only
- f/3.5 maximum aperture
Verdict
A compact macro lens, convenient thanks to its built-in lights.
About this lens
Canon EF-M 28mm f/3.5 Macro IS STM: an APS-C macro lens with a 28mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/3.5, made for Canon EF-M mount cameras, with Image Stabilizer and stepping-motor autofocus. It is intended for close-up work with small subjects such as flowers and insects.
Canon EF-M 28mm f/3.5 Macro IS STM specifications
- Brand
- Canon
- Mount
- Canon EF-M
- Focal length
- 28mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/3.5
- Lens type
- Macro
- Format coverage
- aps-c
- Released
- 2016
- Optical construction
- 11 elements in 10 groups
- Aperture blades
- 7
- Image stabilization
- Yes
- Autofocus motor
- STM
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.1 m
- Maximum magnification
- 1x
- Filter thread
- 43 mm
- Weight
- 130 g
- Length
- 45.5 mm
- Diameter
- 60.9 mm
Specification source: global.canon
What can you shoot with the Canon EF-M 28mm f/3.5 Macro IS STM?
- Close-up photography
- Product and food shots
- Casual macro
Its moderate maximum aperture works best in good light or with a higher ISO.
Full-frame equivalent and field of view
Calculated from the focal length and crop factor. Not measured.
| Sensor | Crop | Equivalent | Horizontal FOV | Diagonal FOV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| APS-C | 1.6x | 45mm | 43.8° | 51.6° |
Frequently asked questions
Does the EF-M 28mm f/3.5 Macro have built-in lights?
Yes, an LED Macro Lite that illuminates close subjects, which helps when the lens shades the subject.
What is the magnification of the EF-M 28mm macro?
It reaches 1:1 in normal mode and 1.2x in Super Macro mode, focusing as close as about 9.7cm.
Does the EF-M 28mm macro have image stabilization?
Yes, a hybrid IS system suited to close-up shooting, which helps handheld macro work.
Alternatives for Canon EF-M from other brands
All Canon EF-M lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
