Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 Macro USM
The Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 Macro USM may not be the company's top of the line macro lens, but it does capture sharp images with 1:1 magnification.
-- As reviewed by PCMag

Product details
- 100mm macro USM lens with f/2.8 maximum aperture for Canon SLR cameras
- Focal length: 100mm, Closest focusing distance : 1 foot (film plane to subject)
- Secondary diaphragm blocks stray light at f/2.8 for increased contrast, Ultra-sonic monitor provides outstanding autofocusing speed at all distances
- 3-group floating system for exceptional close-up performance; full-time manual focus
- Measures 3.1 inches in diameter and 4.7 inches long; weighs 21.1 ounces; 1-year warranty
- Optional tripod collar
- Lens not zoomable
PROS
+ Sharp images.
+ 1:1 magnification.
+ Inexpensive.
CONS
- Prone to color fringing.
- Lens hood not included.
- No image stabilization.
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Expert reviews and ratings
By PCMag on January 28, 2013
The Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 Macro USM may not be the company's top of the line macro lens, but it does capture sharp images with 1:1 magnification.
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By TrustedReviews on December 16, 2009
This lens is the more modest cousin of
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