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Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 Macro USM Lens for Canon SLR Cameras

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Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 Macro USM Lens for Canon SLR Cameras
Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 Macro USM Lens for Canon SLR Cameras

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Brand: Canon
Category: Photography

List Price: $790.00
Buy New: $482.95
You Save: $307.05 (39%)



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Avg. Customer Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars 83 reviews

Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Maximum Focal Length: 100
Minimum Focal Length: 100
Shipping Weight (lbs): 4
Dimensions (in): 3 x 2.1 x 2.1
Warranty: 1 year warranty

MPN: 4657A006
Model: 4657A006
UPC: 082966214233
EAN: 0082966214233
ASIN: B00004XOM3

Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days

Features:
  • 100mm macro USM lens with f/2.8 maximum aperture for Canon SLR cameras
  • Secondary diaphragm blocks stray light at f/2.8 for increased contrast
  • Ultra-sonic monitor provides outstanding autofocusing speed at all distances
  • 3-group floating system for exceptional close-up performance; full-time manual focus
  • Measures 3.1 inches in diameter and 4.7 inches long; weighs 21.1 ounces; 1-year warranty

Accessories:

  • Canon Lens Rear Cap for Canon EF SLR Lenses
  • Tiffen 58mm 11 Filter (Green)
  • Tiffen 58mm 47 Filter (Blue)
  • Tiffen 58mm 80A Filter
  • Tiffen 58mm 812 Warming Filter

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Editorial Reviews:

Amazon.com Product Description
Bring small things into full-sized view with the Canon EF 100mm macro USM lens. Macro lenses can uncover detail that would be impossible to detect by the eye and give new perspective to extremely minute subjects such as insects or the petals of a small flower, and this lens is no exception. The lens offers such features as a three-group floating system for exceptional close-up performance; a secondary diaphragm that blocks stray light at f/2.8, which increases contrast when shooting wide open; a ultra-sonic monitor (USM) that provides outstanding autofocusing speed at all focusing distances; a wide manual focusing ring with smooth action; and full-time manual focus even in AF mode. The first lens in its class to feature inner focusing, the lens carries a one-year warranty.

  • Focal length: 100mm
  • Maximum aperture: 1:2.8
  • Lens construction: 12 elements in 8 groups
  • Diagonal angle of view: 24 degrees
  • Focus adjustment: Inner focusing system with USM
  • Closest focusing distance: 1 foot (film plane to subject)
  • Filter size: 58mm
  • Dimensions: 3.1 inches in diameter, 4.7 inches long
  • Weight: 21.1 ounces


Product Description
The Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 Macro USM Autofocus lens is suitable for macro photography up to life-size (1x) magnification. Inner focusing affords a long working distance of 5.9 inches to infinity.


Customer Reviews:   Read 78 more reviews...

5 out of 5 stars I LOVE IT!!!   September 24, 2008
All I have to say is-This lens will make photos limited only by my skill and imagination. Alright, I need to make more points than just that. This lens is the best for showing great details in your photos. It's amazing! However, why it didn't come with a hood?




5 out of 5 stars Excellent for macro photography   September 22, 2008
Before making the decision to splash out on the Canon lens for my Canon EOS 400D (Rebel) I spent several months comparing reviews and opinions on various lenses. It came down to a choice between the Canon 100mm, the Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX DG Macro and the Tamron 90mm f/2.8 Di Macro Lens. Each had its plus points but the general consensus of opinion consistently favoured the canon.

I do not regret my choice. For close-up work the 100mm lens is a considerable improvement over the standard 18-55mm lens, and for macro it is excellent. Best results are achieved when using full manual settings, and I find the lens performs at its best roughly between f8 and f22.

Using the lens as a standard telephoto I am not yet convinced, certainly when using it hand held. It is quite a heavy piece of equipment and I find camera shake a problem, but used with a tripod the results are good. But I am not too worried about this as it was primarily for macro photography that I wanted the lens, and on this basis I do not regret my choice.



4 out of 5 stars Great value but slow to focus.   September 7, 2008
 2 out of 2 found this review helpful

This is a wondferul lens with great sharpness and color. I have owned two over the years and have been very happy with them with the quality of construction and reliability. What makes me even happier is it is a great value since it can be purchased for less than $500 now. The only issue that I have is that due to its age, the lens is somewhat slow to focus compared to my newer lens. I would still recommend this as a great buy, regardless.


4 out of 5 stars If only it were an L lens. I have to hide this one from my friends.   September 1, 2008
 0 out of 8 found this review helpful

I like this focal length in a macro, and I like the aperture. I wish the L series macro were not 180mm, because I want a shorter macro. But Canon, those cads, don't make a short Macro in a L Series lens. So I had to buy some plastic. Oh well. It's fine, I guess. But not as sensual as my silky smooth L lenses. As a matter of fact, I am kind of embarrassed by it's lack of a red ring, and plasticky-ness. But it works ok, and someday, I pray Canon will make me a nice L Series, honest to god METAL macro in a shorter focal length. Like 65mm, and f2.5, OK Canon gods?


5 out of 5 stars Fantastic!   August 16, 2008
 1 out of 1 found this review helpful

If you are into photography and want to show detail then this is the lens for you. This lens is the best for showing great details in your photos. I photograph nature alot and this lens can even pick up the little white flys. If you want things that small this is the lens. When I photograph people it is awesome with closeup shots in showing how smooth or rough the face and hair are. I think this lens is the best lens Canon could have come out with.

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