Canon EF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM Lens
Sep 11, 2016 12:04:12 #
Hello everyone, its been awhile since I was on here. I have a question, I am using a Canon Rebel XSI and was wondering if this camera would be fast enough to use with this lens. What does everyone think about the Canon EOS Rebel SL1, was thinking about purchasing one. Thank you
Sep 11, 2016 12:41:53 #
I don't know what you are refereeing to by speed. The 100 2.8 Macro L or non L will function just fine with an XSi or for that matter with and EOS system body. That is what they are designed to do.
The SL1 is a small footprint body meaning smaller than any other Rebel. It has a great sensor and many people have found it meets their need.
Thanks for sharing those questions.
J. R.
The SL1 is a small footprint body meaning smaller than any other Rebel. It has a great sensor and many people have found it meets their need.
Thanks for sharing those questions.
J. R.
Sep 11, 2016 17:59:02 #
Sep 11, 2016 19:50:06 #
2.8 and Macro? Some day I need to get that and the micro four thirds adapter.
Sep 12, 2016 05:53:51 #
Sep 12, 2016 06:59:11 #
daphne2005 wrote:
Hello everyone, its been awhile since I was on here. I have a question, I am using a Canon Rebel XSI and was wondering if this camera would be fast enough to use with this lens. What does everyone think about the Canon EOS Rebel SL1, was thinking about purchasing one. Thank you
I had that camera, just gave it to my brother; it will do fine with that lens. :)
Sep 12, 2016 07:00:07 #
Daphne,
I also have the Canon XSI and have been very pleased with it Have the Canon 24 mm macro 2.8, Sigma 18-50 2.8 macro and a Sigma 70-300 macro.
all give fantastic results.
Captain Al
.
I also have the Canon XSI and have been very pleased with it Have the Canon 24 mm macro 2.8, Sigma 18-50 2.8 macro and a Sigma 70-300 macro.
all give fantastic results.
Captain Al
.
Sep 12, 2016 09:31:02 #
The Canon EOS EF 100mm f2.8L IS USM is one of Canons best lens. It can be used for Macro, and for some really great portraits. As far as the SL1, I have no experience with this body, but I'm sure the camera will perform well mated to the 100mm f2.8L lens.
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Sep 12, 2016 10:45:06 #
The Canon SL1 is one of my Canon bodies, my first DSLR. It's good and some great prices available now.
Sep 12, 2016 14:19:06 #
daphne2005 wrote:
What do you mean by fast enough? Speed is usually associated with lenses ( aperture opening/Af/et.) and for that , the mentioned lens is one of the slowest lenses there is! If you shoot macro, there is usually no need for speed, just patience and a lot of manual adjustments....!Hello everyone, its been awhile since I was on here. I have a question, I am using a Canon Rebel XSI and was wondering if this camera would be fast enough to use with this lens. What does everyone think about the Canon EOS Rebel SL1, was thinking about purchasing one. Thank you
Sep 12, 2016 14:35:02 #
amfoto1
Loc: San Jose, Calif. USA
First, if you're thinking of upgrading your camera, the SL1 (aka 100D outside the US) is one of the smallest and lightest DSLRs made by anyone. It's a few years old now and about due for an upgrade. It is an entry-level model that uses a good sensor/processor combo and has a relatively simple 9-point AF system (with a single enhanced cross-type point at the center). Honestly, aside from it's smaller size and somewhat higher resolution (18MP vs 12MP), it's not very different than your current XSI. IMO, it would be a rather minor "upgrade". Personally I use vertical/battery grips on all my Canon cameras and there isn't one offered for the SL1, so I wouldn't consider it for that reason. Though it makes sense, I suppose, that people buying a camera designed to be as small and light as possible wouldn't require a vertical/battery grip. The Rebel T6 is quite similar to SL1, except a bit newer model in a somewhat larger, slightly heavier body.
If you are serious about an upgrade, I'd point to the T6i or T6s as much more significant steps up from what you already have. Those are both 24MP models with 19-point (all cross type) "active matrix" AF systems that are much like the 70D's (which that model inherited largely from the original 7D... though it's a bit "dumbed down" in the 70D). The difference between the two top-of-the-Rebel-line models is that the T6i has control layout similar to your XSi and other Rebels, while the T6s uses controls more similar to the 70D/80D model line, with an additional LCD screen on the righthand shoulder and other tweaks that basically give more direct access and faster access to some functions. The T6s also has some tweaks that are video-related.
The next step up wound be an 80D, with it's own unique 45-point AF system (the most advanced Canon has put in this series), the same 24MP sensor as T6i/T6s, and other improvements over the 70D/60D.
Either T6i, T6s or 80D would be a far more significant upgrade over your XSi.
The 100L IS Macro lens ($800) would work fine on any of these or on your current camera. Be aware that Canon also still offers the 100/2.8 Macro without IS (non-L) for about $200 less. It's also a top quality macro lens. Both the Canon 100mm Macro lenses can be fitted with tripod mounting rings (optional, not included). This can be a very helpful and AFAIK these are the only macro lenses around this focal length or shorter from any manufacturer that can be fitted with a ring.
Personally I use the less expensive Canon 100 non-L, non-IS ($600). I simply don't need IS on a macro lens (it's of rather limited assistance at higher magnifications, anyway... even though the Hybrid IS Canon uses on the 100L is about the best stabilization on any macro lens). I'd rather spend my money adding a tripod mounting ring, than for the IS.
Both the Canon 100mm macro lenses are among the most advanced and full-featured from anyone. They have relatively fast USM focus (although any macro lens is slower focusing, by design, emphasizing accuracy instead of speed). Both Canon 100mm macro are also "IF" or "internal focusing", meaning they don't increase in size when focused closer. That's nice because working distance at highest magnifications/closest focus can be a problem with non-IF lenses. Both also have top quality build and focus limiters (helpful if using for non-macro purposes, to speed up focus a bit). The 100L IS uses 67mm filters while the 100 non-l/non-IS uses 58mm. The L comes with a lens hood. It's sold separately for the non-L 100mm.
There also are the Tokina AT-X 100/2.8 Macro ($360) and Sigma 105/2.8 OS HSM Macro ($620). The Sigma has features similar to the 100L IS. The Tokina is not IF and I don't think it has a focus limiter. It's also one of the slowest focusing using a micro motor drive system, instead of the ultrasonic type in the Canon and Sigma.
Tamron makes two different 90mm f2.8 macro.... A normally less expensive non-IF one without stabilization or ultrasonic focus ($500), or a newer model with both those features that normally sells for $750, but is currently on sale for $500.
All these also have excellent image and build quality, but none of them can be fitted with a tripod mounting ring.
Both the Canon 100mm are pretty large, heavy lenses. The others aren't exactly small either. These might seem rather unbalanced and nose-heavy on an SL-1, in particular.
If size and weight are a concern, you may want to consider other more compact "crop only" lenses. For example, there is the Canon EF-S 60/2.8 USM (usually $470, but on sale for $400 right now). Personally I chose the Tamron SP 60/2.0 Macro ($525, though I paid $400 on sale a couple years ago) instead, for it's larger f2 aperture. That makes it more useful than most macro lenses for other things, such as portraiture. The Canno has faster USM, while the Tamron 60mm uses a micro motor (like the Tokina and cheaper Tamron 90mm) so is slower focusing. Not very useful for sports/action, but it's fine for macro or portrait work. Both the 60mm are IF lenses and have top image quality. Their shorter focal length makes for less working distance, but allows them to be a lot smaller and lighter.
Lots to choose among. There are also longer macro focal lengths - 150mm, 180mm, 200mm - that make for more working space but are a lot harder to hold steady (more likely to need to use a tripod with them).
If you are serious about an upgrade, I'd point to the T6i or T6s as much more significant steps up from what you already have. Those are both 24MP models with 19-point (all cross type) "active matrix" AF systems that are much like the 70D's (which that model inherited largely from the original 7D... though it's a bit "dumbed down" in the 70D). The difference between the two top-of-the-Rebel-line models is that the T6i has control layout similar to your XSi and other Rebels, while the T6s uses controls more similar to the 70D/80D model line, with an additional LCD screen on the righthand shoulder and other tweaks that basically give more direct access and faster access to some functions. The T6s also has some tweaks that are video-related.
The next step up wound be an 80D, with it's own unique 45-point AF system (the most advanced Canon has put in this series), the same 24MP sensor as T6i/T6s, and other improvements over the 70D/60D.
Either T6i, T6s or 80D would be a far more significant upgrade over your XSi.
The 100L IS Macro lens ($800) would work fine on any of these or on your current camera. Be aware that Canon also still offers the 100/2.8 Macro without IS (non-L) for about $200 less. It's also a top quality macro lens. Both the Canon 100mm Macro lenses can be fitted with tripod mounting rings (optional, not included). This can be a very helpful and AFAIK these are the only macro lenses around this focal length or shorter from any manufacturer that can be fitted with a ring.
Personally I use the less expensive Canon 100 non-L, non-IS ($600). I simply don't need IS on a macro lens (it's of rather limited assistance at higher magnifications, anyway... even though the Hybrid IS Canon uses on the 100L is about the best stabilization on any macro lens). I'd rather spend my money adding a tripod mounting ring, than for the IS.
Both the Canon 100mm macro lenses are among the most advanced and full-featured from anyone. They have relatively fast USM focus (although any macro lens is slower focusing, by design, emphasizing accuracy instead of speed). Both Canon 100mm macro are also "IF" or "internal focusing", meaning they don't increase in size when focused closer. That's nice because working distance at highest magnifications/closest focus can be a problem with non-IF lenses. Both also have top quality build and focus limiters (helpful if using for non-macro purposes, to speed up focus a bit). The 100L IS uses 67mm filters while the 100 non-l/non-IS uses 58mm. The L comes with a lens hood. It's sold separately for the non-L 100mm.
There also are the Tokina AT-X 100/2.8 Macro ($360) and Sigma 105/2.8 OS HSM Macro ($620). The Sigma has features similar to the 100L IS. The Tokina is not IF and I don't think it has a focus limiter. It's also one of the slowest focusing using a micro motor drive system, instead of the ultrasonic type in the Canon and Sigma.
Tamron makes two different 90mm f2.8 macro.... A normally less expensive non-IF one without stabilization or ultrasonic focus ($500), or a newer model with both those features that normally sells for $750, but is currently on sale for $500.
All these also have excellent image and build quality, but none of them can be fitted with a tripod mounting ring.
Both the Canon 100mm are pretty large, heavy lenses. The others aren't exactly small either. These might seem rather unbalanced and nose-heavy on an SL-1, in particular.
If size and weight are a concern, you may want to consider other more compact "crop only" lenses. For example, there is the Canon EF-S 60/2.8 USM (usually $470, but on sale for $400 right now). Personally I chose the Tamron SP 60/2.0 Macro ($525, though I paid $400 on sale a couple years ago) instead, for it's larger f2 aperture. That makes it more useful than most macro lenses for other things, such as portraiture. The Canno has faster USM, while the Tamron 60mm uses a micro motor (like the Tokina and cheaper Tamron 90mm) so is slower focusing. Not very useful for sports/action, but it's fine for macro or portrait work. Both the 60mm are IF lenses and have top image quality. Their shorter focal length makes for less working distance, but allows them to be a lot smaller and lighter.
Lots to choose among. There are also longer macro focal lengths - 150mm, 180mm, 200mm - that make for more working space but are a lot harder to hold steady (more likely to need to use a tripod with them).
Sep 12, 2016 15:09:51 #
Sep 12, 2016 16:46:52 #
Genessi
Loc: SoCal
I use both my SL1 and 6D with Canon 100 Non IS. I think it's a lot easier and lighter to hold. These two are with SL1.
daphne2005 wrote:
Hello everyone, its been awhile since I was on here. I have a question, I am using a Canon Rebel XSI and was wondering if this camera would be fast enough to use with this lens. What does everyone think about the Canon EOS Rebel SL1, was thinking about purchasing one. Thank you
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