The Canon EF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM is the premier mid-telephoto macro lens within Canon’s prestigious L-series lineup, celebrated globally by product photographers, nature enthusiasts, and portrait artists. It distinguishes itself with an advanced optical formula featuring an Ultra-Low Dispersion (UD) element that effectively removes chromatic aberration, ensuring high contrast and exceptional resolution. The 9-blade circular aperture renders out-of-focus backgrounds with a smooth, buttery quality, making this lens not only a specialist tool for close-up work but also a superb choice for flattering portraiture.
A defining feature of this lens is Canon’s sophisticated Hybrid Image Stabilization (IS) technology. Unlike traditional stabilizers that primarily correct angular shake, Hybrid IS also compensates for shift shake—a type of movement that significantly degrades image quality in macro photography. This system provides up to 2 stops of correction at 1.0x magnification and up to 4 stops during normal shooting, greatly expanding the photographer’s ability to shoot handheld in lower light. The lens is powered by a ring-type USM for rapid autofocus and is encased in weather-sealed housing to withstand challenging outdoor environments.
Technical Specifications:
- Focal Length: 100mm
- Maximum Aperture: f/2.8
- Macro Magnification: 1:1 (1x)
- Image Stabilization: Hybrid IS (Up to 4 stops)
- Focus Motor: Ring-type USM
- Optical Design: 15 Elements in 12 Groups
- Filter Thread: 67mm
- Minimum Focus Distance:3m
- Dimensions:7 x 123 mm
- Weight: 625g
