APS-C sized imageLenses that create APS-C sized image are designed for digital only. They cannot be used on cameras that have image sensor larger than the APS-C format. These lenses are not suitable for film cameras either. Ultrasonic AFLenses with ultrasonic focusing mechanism tend to be quiter and faster than traditionally focusing lenses. No stepping motor AFLenses with stepping motor focusing mechanism are better for contrast based focusing, and are quiter and faster than traditionally focusing lenses. No Low Dispersion lens element is usedLow Dispersion lens elements help to reduce chromatic aberration. Not stabilizedImage stabilization helps to reduce blur caused by hand shake, especially at high focal length or in low light situations. Image stabilization can give 1 to 3 stop advantage over none stabilized lens, based on the reciprocal rule. Metal mountCheaper lenses are usually equipped with plastic mount, while more expensive, professional lenses have metal mount. In general, metal mounts are more durable, and a good thing to have when lenses are changed a lot. When a camera is used mainly with one lens, the material of the lens mount is not that important. Internal FocusingInternally focusing lenses don't change their size while setting focus. The front lens is fixedThe fixed front lens is not rotating during zoom and/or focusing. This allows the photographer to use petal shaped lens hood. Fixed front lenses also make the use of polarization filters a lot easier. Not SealedWeather sealed lenses are protected from dust and water. While they are not water proof, these lenses can be used in rain and other humid environments. Some sealings only provide protection against dust or water, not both. Sealing is only available when the lens is used on a similarly weather sealed camera body. No drop-in filter supportDrop-in filters are used in those lenses where either the front lens is too large, or the field of view doesn't permit the use of traditional filters at the front of the lens. Usually bright tele and ultra-wide angle lenses support this filter type. |
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With its ability to focus life-size images onto the image sensor, the EF-S 60mm f/2.8 Macro USM offers true macro performance in the EF-S lens series. Having an effective focal length of approximately 96mm in 35mm format, it produces breathtaking close-up results. A minimum focusing distance of just 20cm gets you super close to your subject, filling your frame only with the subject detail you require. With capacity to reproduce an image on the sensor that is as large as the subject itself, you take your audience inside a magnificent miniature world.Portrait photographers will enjoy working with the large aperture, which narrows depth of field and creates beautiful background blur, making your subject stand out with dramatic effect. The EF-S 60mm f/2.8 Macro USM adds enormous versatility to your kit while adding little weight. Designed specifically for digital photography, the lens has specially shaped lens elements with Super Spectra coatings to suppress ghosting and flare, which can be caused by reflections off a digital camera sensor.
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Available mount(s) | Canon EF-S |
Application(s) | Portrait, Closeup, Landscape |
Category(s) | Telephoto prime, Macro |
Multiplier | 1.5× |
Stabilizer | no |
Focal length | 60 mm (prime) |
Lens construction | 12 elements in 8 groups |
Angle of view |
35mm: N/A digital: 24.5° |
Number of blades | 7 |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8 |
Minimum aperture | f/32 |
Minimum focusing distance | 20 cm |
Magnification | 1× |
Filter size | 52 mm |
Size | ∅ 73 × 69.8 mm |
Weight | 335 g |
Notes |
Image Stabilizer: Based on a shutter speed of "1/focal length" seconds, said to be the limit for photography without image stabilization |
AF speed | N/A |
AF sound | |
Internal focusing | yes |
Internal zoom | N/A |
Fix front lens | yes |
Mount type | metal |
Weather sealed | no |
Drop in filter | no |
Ultrasonic AF | yes |
Stepping motor AF | no |
APS-C sized circle | yes |
Low dispersion lens element | no |
Hard case | N/A |
Soft case | LP1016 |
Lens hood | ET-67B |
Tripod adapter | N/A |