The Canon EF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM
Lens is a notably updated version of Canon's
popular 100mm Macro lens. In its latest
incarnation, the '100 Macro' joins Canon's
esteemed 'L'-series, and as such is held to a
higher level of resolving power, overall
construction, and weatherproofing. Other
improvements found on the EF 100mm f/2.8L
include Optical Image Stabilization with up to
4-stops of shake control, and a refined Ultra
Sonic Motor (USM) for quicker and quieter
auto-focusing with full-time manual override.
Like its
predecessor, the Canon EF 100mm f/2.8L allows
for a comfortable, shadow-free shooting distance
between the front of the lens barrel and the
subject with life-size (1:1) magnification.
Optional extension tubes increase this
magnification for exceptional close-up detail.
