Canon

RF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM

The Canon RF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM is Canon's finest macro lens — a true 1.4× super-macro capable of capturing subjects larger than life. Combined with 5-stop optical IS, an exceptional 85mm-equivalent portrait perspective, and full L-series build quality, it doubles as one of the best portrait telephoto primes in the RF lineup.

Typical Price
£1299–£1449
Average price across retailers: ~£1374
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Core
Released
2021
Aperture
Canon RF mount (full-frame)
Compatible Mount
67mm filter thread
Dimensions
81.5mm diameter × 148mm length
Weight
730g
Weather Sealed
Yes
Performance
AF Motor
Dual Nano USM — fast for a macro lens
Optical IS
Optical IS — 5 stops (up to 8 stops with IBIS)
Burst Rate
N/A
Battery Life
N/A
Optics
Min. Focus Distance
N/A — lens
Viewfinder
N/A
Screen
N/A
Memory Cards
N/A
Connectivity
N/A

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Suitability Score by Genre
Macro
9.0
Portrait
9.0
Wildlife
7.0
Great For
🔬
Macro 1.4× super-macro is unique — captures insects, flowers, and product details beyond life-size.
👤
Portrait Doubles as an exceptional portrait prime with beautiful subject separation at f/2.8.
🦅
Wildlife Close minimum focus and IS make it useful for small creature and insect photography.
⚠️ Not Ideal For

No significant limitations identified — this is a versatile camera without obvious weak spots for most shooters.

📝 How suitability scores are calculated Scores reflect the aggregated consensus from verified purchaser reviews across tracked UK retailers, weighted by photography genre tags applied by reviewers. This is community opinion — not GearFrame editorial assessment.
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