Canon RF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM

High-Performance Macro Lens for Professional Photographers

Overview

The Canon RF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM is a premium macro lens designed for Canon's RF mount system. Known for its exceptional optical performance and advanced features, this lens is ideal for macro photography, portraiture, and other close-up applications. It combines high-resolution imaging with advanced stabilization and a fast aperture, making it a versatile tool for professional photographers.

Key Features

Superior Optical Quality

• High-Resolution Optics: Features a complex lens design with 17 elements in 13 groups, including Ultra-Low Dispersion (UD) and aspherical elements to minimize chromatic aberrations and distortions.
• f/2.8 Maximum Aperture: Provides excellent low-light performance and beautiful background blur (bokeh), enhancing the artistic quality of your images.

Advanced Image Stabilization

• Hybrid Image Stabilization: Offers up to 5 stops of correction for handheld shooting, compensating for angular and shift camera shake, which is particularly beneficial for macro photography.
• Coordinated IS: Works in tandem with the in-body stabilization (IBIS) of compatible EOS R series cameras for even greater stability.

Macro Capabilities

• 1.4x Magnification: Allows for extreme close-up shots with life-size magnification, perfect for capturing intricate details of small subjects.
• Spherical Aberration Control: Unique feature that allows photographers to adjust the bokeh and softness of the background for creative effects.

Technical Specifications

• Focal Length: 100mm
• Maximum Aperture: f/2.8
• Minimum Aperture: f/32
• Lens Construction: 17 elements in 13 groups
• Diaphragm Blades: 9 (rounded)
• Minimum Focus Distance: 0.26m
• Maximum Magnification: 1.4x
• Filter Size: 67mm
• Weight: 730g

Additional Benefits

Fast and Accurate Autofocus

• Dual Nano USM Motors: Provide fast, smooth, and near-silent autofocus, making it ideal for both still photography and video recording.
• Focus Limiter Switch: Allows for faster focusing by limiting the focus range, useful for macro and portrait photography.

Robust and Professional Design

• L-Series Build Quality: Features robust, weather-sealed construction that protects against dust and moisture, ensuring durability in various environmental conditions.
• Fluorine Coating: Applied to the front and rear lens elements to resist smudges and make cleaning easier.

Ease of Use

• Control Ring: Customizable control ring allows for quick adjustments to settings such as aperture, ISO, and exposure compensation directly on the lens.
• Ergonomic Design: Designed for comfortable handling during extended shooting sessions, with intuitive button layout for easy operation.