Canon EF 100mm F2 USM vs Canon EF 100mm F2.8 L IS USM Macro
This is a full comparison between the lenses Canon EF 100mm F2 USM and Canon EF 100mm F2.8 L IS USM Macro.
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Product |
Canon EF 100mm F2 USM |
Canon EF 100mm F2.8 L IS USM Macro |
| Name | Canon EF 100mm F2 USM | Canon EF 100mm F2.8 L IS USM Macro |
| Manufacturer | Canon | Canon |
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Release Date and Price |
Canon EF 100mm F2 USM |
Canon EF 100mm F2.8 L IS USM Macro |
| Release Year | 1991 | 2009 |
| Release Date | ||
| MSRP | 479 USD | 1049 USD |
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Lens Type |
Canon EF 100mm F2 USM |
Canon EF 100mm F2.8 L IS USM Macro |
| Lens Type | Telephoto |
Telephoto Macro |
| Zoom or Prime | Prime lens (no zoom) | Prime lens (no zoom) |
Mount and Compatibility |
Canon EF 100mm F2 USM |
Canon EF 100mm F2.8 L IS USM Macro |
| Mount | Canon EF | Canon EF |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | No (Suitable for all sensors) | No (Suitable for all sensors) |
Focus |
Canon EF 100mm F2 USM |
Canon EF 100mm F2.8 L IS USM Macro |
| Autofocus (AF) | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes | Yes |
| Motor Type | No information | No information |
| Focus Method | No information | No information |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 90 cm | 30 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | 1 | |
| Macro 1:1 | No (No Macro lens) | Yes |
Aperture |
Canon EF 100mm F2 USM |
Canon EF 100mm F2.8 L IS USM Macro |
| Maximum Aperture | F2 | F2,8 |
| Diaphragm Blades | No information | No information |
Optics |
Canon EF 100mm F2 USM |
Canon EF 100mm F2.8 L IS USM Macro |
| Construction | 8 elements / 6 groups | 15 elements / 12 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | No information | No information |
Focal Length |
Canon EF 100mm F2 USM |
Canon EF 100mm F2.8 L IS USM Macro |
| Focal Length | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Zoom Range | None (Prime lens) No Zoom available. |
None (Prime lens) No Zoom available. |
| Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
| Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
| Image Stabilization | No |
Yes
IS |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | N/A | N/A |
Physical |
Canon EF 100mm F2 USM |
Canon EF 100mm F2.8 L IS USM Macro |
| Weather Sealing | No | Yes |
| Diameter | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Length | 73 mm | 123 mm |
| Weight | 460 gr | 625 gr |
Other |
Canon EF 100mm F2 USM |
Canon EF 100mm F2.8 L IS USM Macro |
| Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
| Filter Diameter | 58 mm | 67 mm |
| Lens Hood | Not Included | Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | ET-65 III | ET-73 |
| Tripod Collar | N/A | N/A |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |
