Canon EF 100mm f/2 USM: a classic never dies
Friday, September 07, 2012 Lens Review| Introduction | Measurements | Comparisons | Conclusion |
The Canon EF 100mm f/2 USM proved its hype during DxOMark testing – capable of producing images with strong resolution and limited defects – making it one of the best performing lenses in its class. Costing under $500, it is also one of the most affordable portrait lenses. Its price and strong image quality production make it an extremely good value, and difficult for other lenses to compete with.
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Added by AaronMC |
September 07, 2012
Canon's Medium and Telephoto Lenses Have Always Been Good
No one can accuse Canon of not having good medium to long telephoto lenses. Their super-telephoto are probably the best in the business. The problem has always been their wide-angle.
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Canon’s EF 100mm f/2 USM dates back to the early 1990s, making it one of the camera maker’s more veteran lenses. But don’t let its age fool you, the lens’ continuing popularity among professional and amateur photographers alike proves a classic never dies. |
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Affordable. Light. Compact. And a classic. The two-decade-old Canon EF 100mm f/2 USM is a popular lens known for producing high quality images. Its wide aperture and medium focal length make this Canon product ideal for newbie photographers looking to enhance their portfolio with a portrait lens. |