The Canon EF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM is a professional L-series prime lens engineered for photographers who demand exceptional close-up performance without sacrificing versatility. Offering true 1:1 life-size magnification and a minimum focusing distance of just 11.8 inches, it excels at detailed macro subjects such as flowers insects and textures while also serving as a sharp short telephoto for portraits and general photography. Hybrid Image Stabilization is specifically optimized for macro work, correcting both angular and shift movement to provide up to two stops of stabilization at full magnification and up to four stops at lower magnifications, enabling confident handheld shooting in challenging conditions. Optical quality is driven by a UD element that minimizes chromatic aberration and a Super Spectra coating that suppresses flare and ghosting for crisp contrast and accurate color reproduction. A ring-type USM paired with internal focusing delivers fast quiet autofocus with full-time manual control, while a focus limiter switch improves responsiveness by restricting focus ranges when needed. The rounded nine-blade diaphragm produces smooth pleasing bokeh, enhancing subject separation for both macro and portrait work. Weather-sealed construction ensures reliability in outdoor environments, and compatibility with an optional rotating tripod collar supports stable tripod-based shooting, making this lens a refined and dependable choice for precision-focused creative work.
Manufacturer Items Include:
Canon EF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM Lens
Canon E-67 II Lens Cap
Canon Lens Dust Cap E (Rear)
Canon ET-73 Lens Hood
Canon LP1219 Soft Lens Case
Bundle Items Include:
Canon EF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM Lens
Lens Case
67mm Filter Kit
Lens Cap Keeper