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Canon RF 100mm F2.8 L Macro IS USM vs Canon RF 135mm F1.8 L IS USM

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Overview
ReleasedJuly 2021January 2023
Optics
Lens typePrimePrime
Focal length100 mm135 mm
Maximum aperturef/2.8f/1.8
Minimum aperturef/32f/22
Macro lensYes–
Optical constructionSeventeen elements in thirteen groupsSeventeen elements in twelve groups
Special elements–Three UD elements
CoatingsSuper Spectra coating and front-element fluorine coatingASC and Super Spectra coatings; front-element fluorine coating
Aperture detailMaximum f/2.8 at infinity; effective f-number becomes f/6.6 at 1.4× magnification according to the manual–
DiaphragmNine aperture bladesNine blades with circular aperture
Angle of view–Approximately 18° diagonal
Mount and compatibility
MountsCanon RFCanon RF
Image circleFull frameFull frame
CompatibilityCanon RF mount for full-frame and APS-C EOS R cameras; EF12 II and EF25 II extension tubes not compatibleCanon RF mount for full-frame and APS-C EOS R cameras
Teleconverter supportCanon extenders not compatibleCanon RF 1.4× and 2× extenders not compatible
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.26 m0.7 m
Maximum magnification1.4×0.26×
Optical stabilisationYesYes
Autofocus detailDual Nano USM; electronic manual focusing with full-time manual override in One Shot AF when enabled in camera settingsNano USM; full-time manual focusing supported in One Shot AF and Servo AF on compatible EOS R-series cameras
Focus distance detailMinimum focus 0.26 m from the imaging plane; 8.6 cm working distance from the lens front; limiter settings full, 0.5 m to infinity or 0.26–0.5 mMinimum focus 0.70 m; no distance limiter switch
Magnification detailMaximum 1.4×; approximately 25 × 17 mm field of view at minimum focusMaximum 0.26×; approximately 135 × 91 mm field of view at minimum focus
Stabilisation detailHybrid IS rated up to 5 stops with EOS R; 2 stops at 1.0× under Canon test standards; up to 8 stops coordinated with EOS R5 IBIS under CIPA yaw/pitch testingUp to 5.5 stops optical IS with EOS R; up to 8 stops coordinated with EOS R3 IBIS, under CIPA yaw/pitch testing
Video features–Focus breathing correction available on compatible cameras
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter67 mm82 mm
Maximum diameter81.5 mm89.2 mm
Length148 mm130.3 mm
Weight685 g935 g
ControlsManual-focus and customisable lens control rings; AF/MF, stabiliser and focus limiter switches; Spherical Aberration control ring with central-position lock. SA adjustment changes bokeh, soft focus, angle of view and exposure; its effect disappears at 0.26 mSeparate electronic manual-focus and customisable control rings; two customisable lens function buttons default to AF stop; AF/MF and stabiliser switches
Weather resistanceDust and moisture resistant construction; front fluorine coatingDust and moisture resistant construction with rubber mount seal; front-element fluorine coating
Dimensions detailApproximately 81.5 mm maximum diameter × 148 mm lengthApproximately 89.2 mm maximum diameter × 130.3 mm length
Weight detailApproximately 685 g lens only, excluding caps and optional tripod mountApproximately 935 g lens
Tripod mountTripod mount ring E (B) with dedicated adapter sold separately–
Lens hoodET-73C hood includedET-88B hood included (Canon UK store)
In the boxLens, E-67 II front cap, RF dust cap, ET-73C hood, LP1222 lens case and user manual kit (Canon UK store)Lens, ET-88B hood, LP1319 lens case, E-82 II front cap and RF dust cap (Canon UK store)
Release detailJuly 2021 marketed month in Canon Camera MuseumJanuary 2023 marketed month in Canon Camera Museum

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