Canon RF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM Lens

Key Features

• 1.4x Maximum Magnification: The world’s first medium telephoto macro lens for full-frame mirrorless cameras to offer up to 1.4x magnification, delivering extraordinary detail.
• Spherical Aberration (SA) Control Ring: Smoothly adjust the appearance of background blur and bokeh to customise the look of your out-of-focus areas.
• 8-Stop Image Stabilisation (IS): Counteracts camera shake by up to 8 stops when paired with an IS-equipped Canon EOS R series camera body.
• Nano USM Autofocus: Delivers remarkably fast, precise, and quiet autofocus, making it ideal for tracking moving subjects and recording clean audio for video.
• 26cm Minimum Focusing Distance: Multiply your shooting possibilities by getting remarkably close to your subjects.
• Bright f/2.8 Maximum Aperture: Excels in low light and produces beautiful background softening for striking subject separation.

Benefits

• Capture extraordinary, larger-than-life detail with confidence and precision.
• Shoot handheld in challenging lighting conditions without sacrificing image sharpness.
• Seamlessly transition between high-end macro photography and professional video production with silent autofocus tracking.
• Enjoy ultimate creative control over your bokeh to match your specific artistic vision.

Specifications

• Lens Mount: Canon RF
• Focal Length: 100mm
• Maximum Aperture: f/2.8
• Maximum Magnification: 1.4x
• Minimum Focusing Distance: 26cm
• Image Stabilisation: Up to 8 stops (with compatible EOS R bodies)
• Autofocus Motor: Nano USM
• Special Features: Spherical Aberration (SA) Control Ring
• Lens Series: L-Series

FAQs

1. Is the Canon RF 100mm f/2.8L Macro lens compatible with DSLR cameras?

No, this lens features the Canon RF mount and is designed exclusively for Canon EOS R series mirrorless cameras.

2. What does the Spherical Aberration (SA) control ring do?

The SA control ring allows you to adjust the appearance of the background blur (bokeh), giving you creative control over how soft or textured the out-of-focus areas look.

3. Can I use this lens for portraits as well as macro photography?

Absolutely. The 100mm focal length and fast f/2.8 aperture make it an exceptional choice for flattering portraits with beautiful background separation.

4. How effective is the Image Stabilisation?

The lens offers highly effective Image Stabilisation that can achieve up to 8 stops of shake correction when paired with an EOS R series camera featuring In-Body Image Stabilisation (IBIS).

5. Does the autofocus motor make noise when shooting video?

No, the lens utilises Canon's Nano USM technology, which provides incredibly fast, smooth, and near-silent autofocus, making it perfect for capturing clean audio during video recording.

Applications & Use Cases

* Product & Food Photography: Capture the finest textures of a dish or the intricate details of jewellery with the 1.4x magnification and 26cm minimum focus distance.

* Nature & Wildlife: Photograph insects and flora with stunning clarity. The 8-stop IS allows for sharp handheld shots even when working in shaded, natural environments.

* Portraiture: Utilise the 100mm focal length and f/2.8 aperture to create flattering, compressed portraits with customisable bokeh via the SA control ring.

* Pro Video Production: Record seamless, high-quality video footage with smooth, silent autofocus tracking thanks to the Nano USM motor.