Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 Macro USM Lens

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I`m looking at getting a macro.

I`m not looking at arty fly eye pics, I don't want to capture just a part of the subject, just need something to get good quality bug/insect/moth/ etc pictures in detail and really clear, close up.

Does anyone use the Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 Macro USM Lens, if so, how do you rate it? And if anyone has any sample pictures of what this lens is like it would be great.

I know that the Canon EF 100mm f2.8L some say is better but I don't have the extra £300 to spend on that at the moment but really want to order a lens this weekend, I have about £400 to spend. And I know that I'll probably need to get an external flash at some point as well.

Someone said the Sigma 150mm is also good but again not something I have the money for right now and I do prefer Canon lenses.

The camera I will be using the lens on is the Canon 550D.

Any advice would be great.

Cheers, Rob
 
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It's an excellent lens, no question :thumbs:

All macros are good, all optically first rate. The differences are mainly in the specs - focal length, AF type, IS etc.
 
HoppyUK said:
It's an excellent lens, no question :thumbs:

All macros are good, all optically first rate. The differences are mainly in the specs - focal length, AF type, IS etc.
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Absolutely. For table-top macro work with a tripod, any macro lens will do. For work out in the field, IS might help with hand-holding, fast and silent AF might help avoid scaring the insects, and a longer focal length would give you more working distance which again might help avoid scaring them.
 
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Where are you Rob? There may be someone nearby who would be willing to let you try one. I have one and if you are anywhere near me we could possibly arrange something.
 
I'm starting to sound like a scratched record on this one, but the Sigma 105 has taken a price hit recently and I think it's much better buy than the Canons- similar quality and half the price of the L.
 
I have the 100mm USM & it is a great lens IMO. I very rarely use mine as I'm not that much into macro but I picked it up for £230 boxed, filter since new & absolute immaculate condition!! Mine focuses perfect as well with no micro adjust or anything.
 
Coyon said:
I'm starting to sound like a scratched record on this one, but the Sigma 105 has taken a price hit recently and I think it's much better buy than the Canons- similar quality and half the price of the L.
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I've just bought a Sigma 105mm OS macro lens off this forum and am well impressed with it.
 
I've got a Tamron 90mm on my canon 500d and it is just superb and has VC also and a lot cheaper than canon version but optically as good in my opinion.
 
The 3 way IS system on the L version is impressive and good to have if you shoot a lot of outdoor handheld stuff rather than studio tripod stuff.
 
The 3 way IS system on the L version is impressive and good to have if you shoot a lot of outdoor handheld stuff rather than studio tripod stuff.
 
I have had a Canon 60mm, Tamron 90mm and now the Canon 100mm. In order of sharpness I would rank them 60mm, 100mm and then the Tamron. The 60mm is a great macro lens on a cropped body but a little short on FF but easily the sharpest.

The 100mm you refer to is a very good lens and I am very happy with mine.
 
valb said:
I have had a Canon 60mm, Tamron 90mm and now the Canon 100mm. In order of sharpness I would rank them 60mm, 100mm and then the Tamron. The 60mm is a great macro lens on a cropped body but a little short on FF but easily the sharpest.

The 100mm you refer to is a very good lens and I am very happy with mine.
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The 60mm is an EF-S lens so unless I'm mistaken won't fit a FF body.. If it did, then it might be considered a bit short anyway..
 
A little known fact is that the 60mm can be used on a FF body if used with an extension tube. It is the only Ef-S lens which when used this way does not give vignetting.

I saw a video on YouTube and I can vouch it does work well as a macro lens this way.
 
valb said:
A little known fact is that the 60mm can be used on a FF body if used with an extension tube. It is the only Ef-S lens which when used this way does not give vignetting.

I saw a video on YouTube and I can vouch it does work well as a macro lens this way.
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Useful to know, thanks.
 
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