Canon RF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM Lens Review (by ePHOTOzine)

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ePhotozine has published their Canon RF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM Lens review (tested on the 24MP Canon EOS R3):“It’s a great macro lens, it’s an expensive macro lens and it’s also a macro lens with unique and potentially very useful features”.

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

  • RF-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format
  • 1.4x Magnification with Autofocus
  • Aperture Range: f/2.8 to f/32
  • Minimum Focusing Distance: 10.2″
  • Super Spectra Coating
  • Smooth and Quiet Auto Focus
  • Optical Image Stabilization; Hybrid IS
  • Control Ring for Direct Setting Changes
  • 9-Blade Diaphragm
  • Weather-Sealed Construction

Canon RF 100mm f/2.8L MACRO IS USM Pros:

  • Excellent sharpness
  • Well-controlled CA
  • Low distortion
  • Modest vignetting
  • Unique SA control
  • 1.4x magnification
  • Minimal flare
  • Fast and near-silent AF
  • Dust and moisture resistance
  • 5.5 stops IS, up to 8 stops with IBIS

Canon RF 100mm f/2.8L MACRO IS USM Cons:

  • High price

Conclusion from ePHOTOzine:

It’s a great macro lens, it’s an expensive macro lens and it’s also a macro lens with unique and potentially very useful features. How we relate this to value for money is something that will be very personal to each photographer, as there are plenty of very fine macro lenses available at all sorts of price levels.

The extra magnification is welcome, the SA control is quite unique and offers unprecedented control over SA and hence bokeh. The high price is less welcome, but even that may be tolerable for those photographers who have the regular need for the features on offer.

In summary, the lens may well justify its cost and is duly awarded the accolade of ‘Editor’s Choice’.

Canon RF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM Lens: $1,399 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama, Canon USA Store.

Canon EOS R3 body: $5,999 at Canon USA Store, Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

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