Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 Macro USM [Archive] - Page 2 - Canon Digital Photography Forums

Lester Wareham

27th of January 2008 (Sun), 04:16

Hi guys,

I'm searching for a macro lens and fluctuate between this EF 100mm and the EF-S 60mm macro.
I mainly want to take pictures of crabs and shrimps in fish-tanks with a depth of 25 centimeters (the tank). Is the 60mm lens the better choice for this ? I only have a Canon 300D (Rebel).

best wishes from Germany :)
Robert

The working distance (from the end of the lens to the subject at 1X magnification) is 86mm for the 60mm and 143mm for the 100mm. So you will find it easier to get more magnification with the 100mm.

Chandler.

27th of January 2008 (Sun), 04:26

my go to lens on the XTi/30D.

http://i176.photobucket.com/albums/w193/p1x4r_2007/tmp/IMG_1280.jpg
http://i176.photobucket.com/albums/w193/p1x4r_2007/tmp/IMG_1281.jpg

These guys are my favorite characters out of all the Star Wars movies. Their masks are just awesome. Is this a life-size helmet?

keener

28th of January 2008 (Mon), 03:24

An awesome lens to play with. Pros: It makes small things big! Cons: It is addictive.

Dorman

28th of January 2008 (Mon), 10:58

The biggest con for using a macro lens is you need to keep your sensor clean otherwise it really shows.

GrendelZ

30th of January 2008 (Wed), 00:22

One from last year when I still had this lens. Thinking of getting it again. Its as sharp as they come

http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d81/GrendelZ/Baby/MeanBcopy.jpg

Cotmweasel

30th of January 2008 (Wed), 00:31

I want this lens badly... but sadly lack the money to drop on it... (could put it on the CC but that would be a bad idea ;P)

silvex

30th of January 2008 (Wed), 02:59

I was bored last week, since it has been raining a lot here in southern california. So I wanted to test it with AI-Servo using my 30D. My GF came over for lunch and whe she left I asked her to wait. I then went on the middle of the street and started to snap shots as she drove off. The lens never missed a frame and they were all tack sharp. I also used it to shoot some BMX last year at the Honda Open Surf and the results were pretty amazing.

I think folks talk about being slow in very VERY dim light and sure it is. It is also a great lens for portraits!.

amoergosum

2nd of February 2008 (Sat), 06:16

In combination with the 5D...what's the closest you can get with this lens?
(a sample shot would be great)

Lester Wareham

2nd of February 2008 (Sat), 07:44

In combination with the 5D...what's the closest you can get with this lens?
(a sample shot would be great)

The lens closest focus is about 145mm from the end of the lens giving life size (1X or 1:1) magnification. Thus the area imaged is the same as the size of the sensor, so 22mm across for a 40D and 36mm across for a 5D.

pixel_junkie

2nd of February 2008 (Sat), 20:45

Taken using a friends copy of the lens. wide open @ 2.8
http://farm1.static.flickr.com/225/458446891_bf87cebfdb_o.jpg

I think this is the sharpest image I've seen in here. I'm buying this lens!

chris_arnet

4th of February 2008 (Mon), 14:11

buying this lense either today or tomorrow.

TheHoff

4th of February 2008 (Mon), 14:14

Big fan of this lens / focal length. Just the right amount of compression here.

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2358/2239464533_d2c5a0833f_o.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/alexfirmani/2239464533/)

dragulaz

4th of February 2008 (Mon), 15:01

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b222/applegbt/2007FlameMacro-70-Edit.jpg

Jarrad

4th of February 2008 (Mon), 15:13

Great shot, Bret

:)

TheHoff

5th of February 2008 (Tue), 13:22

Larger size >>> (http://www.flickr.com/photos/alexfirmani/2244729454/)

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2341/2244729454_d6f3dba26f.jpg

dellplain

5th of February 2008 (Tue), 13:40

Larger size >>> (http://www.flickr.com/photos/alexfirmani/2244729454/)

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2341/2244729454_d6f3dba26f.jpg

Love this shot. I wish I could get my pup to pose for my 100mm!

JakPot

7th of February 2008 (Thu), 23:51

here is one from today. I used a friend's 100 Macro. This will be on order as soon as I can get my check in the bank!

5D, Handheld at 1/640 @ 2.8, ISO 800

Sydor25

8th of February 2008 (Fri), 00:00

Testing my new 580 ex II flash and 100mm lens:

http://sydor25.com/Pictures/Flash_Test_0059.jpg

Livinthalife

8th of February 2008 (Fri), 21:10

I'vebeen wanting to get in to REAL macro, but don't have the cash. Is it worth it to trade in the 70-200? The 100 is 2.8, AND macro...but the focus is slower....but it's sharp....but's a prime...AHHHH!

iplayazi

15th of February 2008 (Fri), 18:38

I absolutely love this thing even wide open.

Shot was obviously processed but was very pleasing with being shot wide open.

f2.8
http://www.pbase.com/iplayazi/image/92987340/original.jpg

Ustaz Azhar

16th of February 2008 (Sat), 01:48

I get this lense 4 week ago. Here what I got..

http://aycu15.webshots.com/image/44054/2002288662684905243_rs.jpg (http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/v/2002288662684905243)
f22 5 sec

http://aycu36.webshots.com/image/42675/2002234480322281959_rs.jpg (http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/v/2002234480322281959)
f14 6 sec

http://aycu05.webshots.com/image/43604/2002256473536597559_rs.jpg (http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/v/2002256473536597559)
f14 3.2 sec

iplayazi

17th of February 2008 (Sun), 11:05

Another shot.

My wifes valentine rose after she misted it with water :)

Todd

http://www.pbase.com/iplayazi/image/92995965/original.jpg

Red73

19th of February 2008 (Tue), 19:27

I little different view with this lens with diecast cars. These are not cropped.

1/24 scale car, hood clip:
http://i107.photobucket.com/albums/m310/Red73_01/IMG_3132copy.jpg

1/18 scale car, rear brakes:
http://i107.photobucket.com/albums/m310/Red73_01/IMG_3115copy.jpg

1/12 scale car, front brake rotor:
http://i107.photobucket.com/albums/m310/Red73_01/IMG_3073frame.jpg

Below - The first one is the original and the second one is cropped for comparison.
http://i107.photobucket.com/albums/m310/Red73_01/IMG_3104copy.jpg

http://i107.photobucket.com/albums/m310/Red73_01/IMG_3104wheelcopy.jpg

lcn

20th of February 2008 (Wed), 13:18

Finally I got my 100mm F2.8. It's fun with the incredible small depth of field. Now I can start exploring the world of macro. :D

1/200 @ F2.8 - no post process except white balance and resize.
http://snart.com/bilder/afrikabilder/kalahari-treeskink2.jpg

Cotmweasel

22nd of February 2008 (Fri), 22:37

I want this lens badly... but sadly lack the money to drop on it... (could put it on the CC but that would be a bad idea ;P)

Ordered it! Will be here Tuesday! :D:D:D

JakPot

22nd of February 2008 (Fri), 23:36

Ordered it! Will be here Tuesday! :D:D:D

trust me, have no regrets! Mine was delivered yesterday. I did a little shoot yesterday for a class project and was almost shocked with how sharp this bad boy is. have fun looking for the small things out there that a lot of people overlook.

JS4KIKZ

23rd of February 2008 (Sat), 14:47

Does anyone have any more samples with this lens? I'm loving the photos i've seen, please, dont stop :)

tomhide

23rd of February 2008 (Sat), 17:20

I need to get out and use mine a bit more.
BTW, amazing sample shots guys! I'm very much enjoying them :)
http://img227.imageshack.us/img227/1393/dpp01282fj4.jpg

smallpotatoes

26th of February 2008 (Tue), 16:12

This looks like a really sweet lens. I was thinking of just getting some extension tubes, but now I'm thinking I want this lens. I really like the idea of having a longer portrait lens than my nifty fifty, so that's a big selling point right there. I'm just not sure how into macro I would get. I know I would like it, but I don't want to be dragging my tripod around or a flash. What kind of results could I expect handheld and without a flash? Would a macro lens still be worth it?

Jaci

Bill Pham

27th of February 2008 (Wed), 16:29

my contribution to this archive. using 30D and 100 with flash.

Bill

Lester Wareham

27th of February 2008 (Wed), 16:34

Very cool ready for takeoff shots Bill. :)

Bill Pham

27th of February 2008 (Wed), 16:36

thank you Lester. they are also uncrop just resize for here.

Bill

sparksdjs

27th of February 2008 (Wed), 20:58

Various & sundry:

http://www.pbase.com/sparksdjs/image/57232502/original.jpg
http://www.pbase.com/sparksdjs/image/57232488/original.jpg
http://www.pbase.com/sparksdjs/image/91239531/original.jpg
http://www.pbase.com/sparksdjs/image/57817330/original.jpg
http://www.pbase.com/sparksdjs/image/57237241/original.jpg
http://www.pbase.com/sparksdjs/image/57232558/original.jpg

Dave

CanonByCanon

28th of February 2008 (Thu), 10:57

Test - Out of the box

TheHoff

28th of February 2008 (Thu), 16:15

Thank you, I can now unlock anything you secure with retinal identification locks.

Cotmweasel

29th of February 2008 (Fri), 19:05

smallpotatoes

29th of February 2008 (Fri), 19:32

Here. This is handheld without flash.

I think my wallet will soon be lighter....I'm not sure if I should thank you or not! ;)

Jaci

Cotmweasel

1st of March 2008 (Sat), 17:31

I think my wallet will soon be lighter....I'm not sure if I should thank you or not! ;)

Jaci

Well in that case "I Hope You Like It!!!!1" :lol:

mdw

11th of March 2008 (Tue), 15:29

I think this is the sharpest image I've seen in here. I'm buying this lens!

I'm thinking the same! :D But to what extend does the camera has an influence in this as well? Shooting with the EOS 400D will give a different result than when you use a much more expensive one, I think?

mdw

12th of March 2008 (Wed), 08:29

Does anyone have a picture of this lens mounted on a Canon EOS 400D (or any other camera)
Just to see how big it is in comparison to the camera...! :lol:

Thanks!

Roger

Bill Pham

12th of March 2008 (Wed), 08:32

go to the macro section and look under show us your rig sticky.

Bill

mdw

12th of March 2008 (Wed), 08:49

go to the macro section and look under show us your rig sticky.
Yeah, I've been there. But nearly everyone is using extension tubes in combination with the lens. Just want to see it mounted on the camera without flashes, tubes and other stuff... :lol:

Bill Pham

12th of March 2008 (Wed), 08:51

oh ok give me a sec and i shoot one for you. i only have a 30D and a 1D will they do?

Bill

mdw

12th of March 2008 (Wed), 08:53

30D will do! ;)

Bill Pham

12th of March 2008 (Wed), 09:03

k here ya go. hope that help out. this is just a quick snap of it :oops:
Bill

mdw

12th of March 2008 (Wed), 13:11

Thanks Bill! :)

It doesn't look as heavy as I thought it would be.

mdw

13th of March 2008 (Thu), 13:07

Are there any more portraits taken with this lens? :P
I see, of course, a lot of macro, but this lens should be great for portraits as well.

sparksdjs

13th of March 2008 (Thu), 14:40

Are there any more portraits taken with this lens? :P
I see, of course, a lot of macro, but this lens should be great for portraits as well.

Portraits (in a fashion):

http://www.pbase.com/sparksdjs/image/91204739/original.jpg

http://www.pbase.com/sparksdjs/image/91239531/original.jpg

Dave

The Ghost of FM

17th of March 2008 (Mon), 21:37

Yeah, I've been there. But nearly everyone is using extension tubes in combination with the lens. Just want to see it mounted on the camera without flashes, tubes and other stuff... :lol:
Here's one I did a while ago!

Cheers! :)

JakPot

17th of March 2008 (Mon), 23:46

this lens is shaaaarp. Good lens for head shots too. Taken with 5d, AB800 camera right & 580 II into Umbrella as fill on camera left. No PP at all... straight Raw out of the camera. :D

mdw

18th of March 2008 (Tue), 04:51

Thanks everyone!

I've ordered it, it should be here in about 7 days....

tmonatr

21st of March 2008 (Fri), 15:24

Are there any more portraits taken with this lens? :P
I see, of course, a lot of macro, but this lens should be great for portraits as well.
Here's one:

silvex

21st of March 2008 (Fri), 16:06

this lens is shaaaarp. Good lens for head shots too. Taken with 5d, AB800 camera right & 580 II into Umbrella as fill on camera left. No PP at all... straight Raw out of the camera. :D

Yup the lens sharpness is plain sick! This lens will show flaws on babies's skin...:shock:

Great shot and great sample of this Optical Scalpel...! :cool:

silvex

21st of March 2008 (Fri), 16:07

Thank you, I can now unlock anything you secure with retinal identification locks.

ROFLMAO!!!

Livinthalife

21st of March 2008 (Fri), 18:27

Here is the lens.
http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b386/atgrzymala/IMG_3670.jpg

It's also a great scout lens ;)
http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b386/atgrzymala/IMG_3170.jpg

Andrushka

21st of March 2008 (Fri), 18:36

heres a couple portraits with the 100mm macro i posted in another thread with a comparison to my 70-200 f/4 from the same set (would have fit right here had i seen it first)

http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=471756

makes for some hecka sharp portraits

photobitz

25th of March 2008 (Tue), 10:16

I can't believe I didn't buy one of these sooner!! I find it such an asset for general work. It is an excellent portrait lens and also a good lens for when I go bushwalking - excellent medium tele and no need to change lenses for macro work.

ISO 400, f/7.1, 1/100
256613

chris_arnet

26th of March 2008 (Wed), 10:11

^wow.

thats as sharp as it gets

Reed Goodwin

28th of March 2008 (Fri), 22:10

These were taken with the 20D and 100mm Macro.

http://i73.photobucket.com/albums/i225/bnnnboy/IMG_5905gallerys.jpg

http://i73.photobucket.com/albums/i225/bnnnboy/IMG_5879es.jpg

http://i73.photobucket.com/albums/i225/bnnnboy/IMG_5551s.jpg

http://i73.photobucket.com/albums/i225/bnnnboy/IMG_4824s.jpg

http://i73.photobucket.com/albums/i225/bnnnboy/IMG_5202s.jpg

Reed

mdw

31st of March 2008 (Mon), 04:38

Nice ones!! Did you use extensions tubes, xtra flash etc. for these pics, Reed??

thnx!

Reed Goodwin

31st of March 2008 (Mon), 09:39

Nope, every single one of those was natural light, hand held, with no tubes.
Reed

mdw

31st of March 2008 (Mon), 15:00

Well, they look great Reed! :)
I hope to make pictures like that in the future too!

porky1011

8th of April 2008 (Tue), 01:19

as a medium telephoto:

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y242/porky1011/_MG_6550.jpg

sai-gon-xua

8th of April 2008 (Tue), 07:38

Go with the Sigma 70mm. Same great performance and $100 or so less ? :p

Lester Wareham

8th of April 2008 (Tue), 07:57

Go with the Sigma 70mm. Same great performance and $100 or so less ? :p

What's the 1:1 working distance on the Sigma 70mm?

sai-gon-xua

8th of April 2008 (Tue), 08:07

What's the 1:1 working distance on the Sigma 70mm?

sigma MACRO 70mm F2.8 EX DG vs canon 100 f2.8 MACRO ? thanks :)

Reed Goodwin

8th of April 2008 (Tue), 08:08

I think he's asking about how far away that 1:1 subject is from the end of the lens: an advantage to the 100mm.
Reed

photobitz

8th of April 2008 (Tue), 08:59

Sigma 25.7cm vs Canon 31cm

Not too much difference but I'd still opt for the Canon between these two. If it were between the Sigma 150mm and the Canon 100mm I may lean toward the Sigma. The features betwen those 2 are much more similar except the Sigma has an extra 50mm focal length (an extra 7cm working distance).

Lester Wareham

8th of April 2008 (Tue), 13:43

sigma MACRO 70mm F2.8 EX DG vs canon 100 f2.8 MACRO ? thanks :)

I think he's asking about how far away that 1:1 subject is from the end of the lens: an advantage to the 100mm.
Reed

Indeed.

An important parameter for bug shooters.

Sigma 25.7cm vs Canon 31cm

Not too much difference but I'd still opt for the Canon between these two. If it were between the Sigma 150mm and the Canon 100mm I may lean toward the Sigma. The features betwen those 2 are much more similar except the Sigma has an extra 50mm focal length (an extra 7cm working distance).

That is the sensor to subject distance, I am after the working distance from the end of the lens to the subject. The Canon is about 143mm.

The Sigma 150 is a nice lens but with that little bit of extra WD comes a surprising increase in weight. I have the 100mm and MP-E and plan to get the 180mm but mostly for tripod based work.

shadowkipper

8th of April 2008 (Tue), 13:51

photobitz

8th of April 2008 (Tue), 13:56

That is the sensor to subject distance, I am after the working distance from the end of the lens to the subject. The Canon is about 143mm.

It would appear to be 162mm for the sigma 70mm

The Sigma 150 is a nice lens but with that little bit of extra WD comes a surprising increase in weight. I have the 100mm and MP-E and plan to get the 180mm but mostly for tripod based work.

Is that the 180mm sigma or canon?

sai-gon-xua

8th of April 2008 (Tue), 22:23

Thanks all :D

Lester Wareham

9th of April 2008 (Wed), 07:53

It would appear to be 162mm for the sigma 70mm

More than the Canon?

You have that wrong, assuming the Siggy is internal focus

WD=MFD - Lens_Length - Sensor_to_Mount_EOS
WD=257 - 95 - 44=118mm compared to the Canon 100mm at 143mm. You must have forgoten to subtact the 44mm.

Is that the 180mm sigma or canon?

Was thinking of the Canon, a cheaper alternative is the Tamron (losing compatibility with Canon TCs possibly). The Sigma I wonder about as it is a bit soft wide open in the only life size test I have ever seen. http://translate.google.com/translate?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nnplus.de%2Fmacro%2FM acro100.html&langpair=de%7Cen&hl=en&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8&prev=%2Flanguage_tools though to be honest I haven't though beyond, sometimes I could use a longer percepective macro lens.

Considering the amount of time I am not getting to take photos it is probably not a big priority.

photobitz

9th of April 2008 (Wed), 08:14

Nobody ever seems to suggest tilt-shift lenses in "recommend a macro lens for me" type threads...

Reed Goodwin

9th of April 2008 (Wed), 11:30

I plan to purchase this in the next 2 weeks. Im a bit worried about how my shots would turn out as i dont have a classy flash unit/bracket/set up, ive only got a cheapo flashgun and that just washes everything out and burns the image (havent tried it with a diffuser though).

I noticed your pictures Reed, you say you only used natural light, and it was taken without tubes (i dont have any) and hand held. The quality is amazing at first i was sceptical of your comment s it seemed to good to be true but i assume your not lying lol. Do you have any other photos that dont involve a high tech flash unit and no tubes?

Thanks
All of my shots are using natural light since I don't have an external flash and the onboard flash isn't really great for macro. While my method can produce some nice results, you can't really work in any harsh sunlight, and you usually have to bump the ISO to around 800 to handhold. This is certainly usable, but it can be tricky.

As for having more shots, I'll check through what I have against what I posted and maybe post some more shots when I get some time. You can also look in the Macro forum for nay threads started by me and you'll probably find some more.
Reed

Lester Wareham

9th of April 2008 (Wed), 12:44

Nobody ever seems to suggest tilt-shift lenses in "recommend a macro lens for me" type threads...

They do from time to time but it an expensive option for many and of limited help at life size; 8 degree of lens tilt is only 15 degree of focus plane tilt at 1x.

Dan

A closed mouth gathers no feet.

... hang on was that your foot going in you mouth?

;) Only joking.

Good for flowers, mushrooms and other still life macro with not too much magnification, but you could probably get the same effect using focus stacking (often do this with mushrooms). Not great for bugs I expect.

SDK^

9th of April 2008 (Wed), 13:18

I've had this lens for 3 years and it's superb - both for Macro and Portrait stuff

A shot from me.

http://www.ph-digitalphotography-motorsports.com/images/macro/ladybird-waterdrop.jpg

swidjaja

9th of April 2008 (Wed), 16:56

SDK, what an amazing shot.

photobitz

9th of April 2008 (Wed), 21:00

They do from time to time but it an expensive option for many and of limited help at life size; 8 degree of lens tilt is only 15 degree of focus plane tilt at 1x.

... hang on was that your foot going in you mouth?

;) Only joking.

Good for flowers, mushrooms and other still life macro with not too much magnification, but you could probably get the same effect using focus stacking (often do this with mushrooms). Not great for bugs I expect.

:p

I guess you get the same limitations either way... subject has to stay motionless for a while.

The Ghost of FM

10th of April 2008 (Thu), 23:56

I'm not much of an insect photographer but I do love my EF 100 f/2.8 macro for other smaller objects like this; taken wide open @ 2.8.

Cheers! :)

pixel_junkie

11th of April 2008 (Fri), 00:14

Well guess who got a brand spanking new one of these today!
<<< This guy! I'm so excited. I borrowed it a while back and really liked it but didn't have much time to fully enjoy it. Now it is going to be different. I don't think I'll be shooting bugs so much but I really like close up detailed shots of whatever. I've read every available review about this lens and it sounds like its pretty much as good as it gets, one of the very finest CANON makes.

Laramie

13th of April 2008 (Sun), 23:06

Loving mine so far. Sharper than anything else I own.

100% crop

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f282/tylerpebley/20080413-IMG_0146.jpg

Sydor25

14th of April 2008 (Mon), 17:48

http://sydor25.com/Pictures/Dallas_Arboretum_2008-0812.jpg

http://sydor25.com/Pictures/Dallas_Arboretum_2008-0598.jpg

http://sydor25.com/Pictures/Dallas_Arboretum_2008-0622.jpg

shadowkipper

14th of April 2008 (Mon), 19:41

Oh My Lord.

I need this.

Right. Now.

Dang, i have to wait until like the 22nd until i can get a colleague to order it for me.

photobitz

14th of April 2008 (Mon), 21:33

Oh My Lord.

I need this.

Right. Now.

Dang, i have to wait until like the 22nd until i can get a colleague to order it for me.

LOL. Everyone needs one, they just don't all realise it yet :)

staceyann

17th of April 2008 (Thu), 14:27

I've had this lens for 3 years and it's superb - both for Macro and Portrait stuff

A shot from me.

http://www.ph-digitalphotography-motorsports.com/images/macro/ladybird-waterdrop.jpg

Wow, so amazing shot!

benee

17th of April 2008 (Thu), 20:56

Here's one of mine. Love this lens!!! Now, off to add the 100 macro to my signature!

inthedeck

17th of April 2008 (Thu), 20:58

Here's one more for the list. 5D and 100.

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2364/2411658725_c998b72618_o.jpg

Cotmweasel

17th of April 2008 (Thu), 21:02

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2383/2421266705_dc3f3289b5_b.jpg

Here's a random one I took last sunday.

photobitz

18th of April 2008 (Fri), 00:43

Here's one of mine. Love this lens!!! Now, off to add the 100 macro to my signature!

OMG That is beautiful!!!

benee

18th of April 2008 (Fri), 08:41

OMG That is beautiful!!!

Thanks - its all about the natural window light in that one!

shadowkipper

18th of April 2008 (Fri), 09:15

OMG.
Its like.

4/5 Days until i order it.

It WILL be here next week at some point.

Just to annoy my consience, someone came into Jessops camera shoop whilst i was eyeing up the 100mm and the 70-200 f.4 IS, she was asking about the 100mm and then went and bought it.

In front of me.

I was just staring with envy.

George Chew

19th of April 2008 (Sat), 04:21

Greetings,
It is raining outside, so have to spend my time indoor. Hope you like this. Enjoy...

5D, EF100 f2.8 macro. ISO100, 1/180s @ f/22

Jarrad

19th of April 2008 (Sat), 05:34

Well done, George!

Lester Wareham

19th of April 2008 (Sat), 08:53

Great use of light George!

T.Hogan

19th of April 2008 (Sat), 08:59

Great image George. Could see that as an ad for Rolex on their site.

Lester Wareham

19th of April 2008 (Sat), 09:17

I don't think it would look quite so good with my modest Citizen Eco Drive watch however, no mater how good the light was. Nice watch too.

George Chew

19th of April 2008 (Sat), 10:12

I don't think it would look quite so good with my modest Citizen Eco Drive watch however, no mater how good the light was. Nice watch too.

Greetings,
It will be equally as good, if not better, if you just willing to play with the light. Thanks. Enjoy...

silvex

19th of April 2008 (Sat), 13:30

Greetings,
It is raining outside, so have to spend my time indoor. Hope you like this. Enjoy...

5D, EF100 f2.8 macro. ISO100, 1/180s @ f/22

Masterful use of light!

George Chew

20th of April 2008 (Sun), 02:20

I don't think it would look quite so good with my modest Citizen Eco Drive watch however, no mater how good the light was. Nice watch too.

Greetings,
This is my humble watch. Seiko 5. Enjoy...

Chinsing

20th of April 2008 (Sun), 03:53

staceyann

20th of April 2008 (Sun), 10:48

Goodness, this shot alone is enough to inspire me to get the 100mm.

Thanks for sharing.

Lol, that's what got me one, too. Mine is on the way. Bought it from a POTN member here.

pixel_junkie

21st of April 2008 (Mon), 13:27

Some of mine bellow. Just got this lens. It is unreal!

http://www.emilkara.com/Images/Flowers/images/IMG_2966.jpg

http://www.emilkara.com/Images/Flowers/images/IMG_2899.jpg

http://www.emilkara.com/Images/Flowers/images/IMG_2919.jpg

http://www.emilkara.com/Images/Flowers/images/IMG_2952.jpg

http://www.emilkara.com/Images/Kali_eye.jpg

atch

22nd of April 2008 (Tue), 03:09

Just upgraded to 40D and the live view just forced me to buy a macro lens. Picked one up from craigslist earlier today. Man this lens will keep me busy inside the house when 110 degrees summer hits az:)

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3099/2433635378_9ac358a6cf_o.jpg

staceyann

25th of April 2008 (Fri), 00:00

Got my 100mm Macro today.

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f245/staceyshipp/IMG_2946.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f245/staceyshipp/IMG_2997.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f245/staceyshipp/IMG_3107.jpg

mdw

25th of April 2008 (Fri), 04:59

Hi! Nice pictures guys!

I'm still having difficulties getting the focus spot-on, but with some practice... It ought to work sometime! :p

Here's the latest try:
http://img136.imageshack.us/img136/3043/img0805zg7.jpg

Jarrad

25th of April 2008 (Fri), 05:01

Great Shot, Roger!

I couldn't get anything in focus for the first few weeks after I got mine.

:)

black_rat

25th of April 2008 (Fri), 05:16

Takes a lot of practice but it's the sharpest lens I own. Great for close-up work and portraits.

www.pbase.com/westcountryboy/floral_finesse

Jarrad

25th of April 2008 (Fri), 05:19

Very nice work ^^

versedmb

25th of April 2008 (Fri), 10:29

How is the bokeh on this lens for portraits, on either crop or FF?

silvex

25th of April 2008 (Fri), 10:48

How is the bokeh on this lens for portraits, on either crop or FF?

f8 1/100 ISO100 w/580EX II

http://silvex.smugmug.com/photos/246621741_ctGYr-XL.jpg

f2.8 1/160 ISO400 w/580EX II

http://silvex.smugmug.com/photos/246621688_wtMNm-L-1.jpg

And a lil macro bokeh...:)
F11 1/160 ISO400
http://silvex.smugmug.com/photos/189735246_5uNWf-L.jpg

staceyann

25th of April 2008 (Fri), 15:10

I realized I needed extension to get closer to bugs/insects. But here they are from this morning. I got this lens yesterday.

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f245/staceyshipp/IMG_3246.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f245/staceyshipp/IMG_3297.jpg

inthedeck

25th of April 2008 (Fri), 15:16

staceyann

25th of April 2008 (Fri), 15:53

Of course, you can 'crop' pictures, since the 100mm 2.8 macro isn't like the MPE-65. Both totally different lenses...and with 5x magnification, the MPE is probably the only lens out there, of it's kind. No comparo, for the 100....though, I still love my 100...hehe.

Ok, I thought the extension would work with 100mm to get closer to bugs/insects. But that's ok. I love this lens. It's very useful for my work (I am a florist). I wouldn't sell or trade it in for another lens.

versedmb

25th of April 2008 (Fri), 15:58

More portrait examples, please.

Jarrad

25th of April 2008 (Fri), 16:29

Wide Open

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1052/924396684_ffbc29a386.jpg

:)

inthedeck

25th of April 2008 (Fri), 16:59

Ok, I thought the extension would work with 100mm to get closer to bugs/insects. But that's ok. I love this lens. It's very useful for my work (I am a florist). I wouldn't sell or trade it in for another lens.

Oh, they will. No doubt about that. You could use many tubes...as well...but, then, you're adding weight.... :lol: though, not much of it...

I don't have extn. tubes, either...so, I try to take pics of flowers, and the like...I wouldn't give it up. NEVER! :p

wimg

25th of April 2008 (Fri), 17:13

More than the Canon?

You have that wrong, assuming the Siggy is internal focus

WD=MFD - Lens_Length - Sensor_to_Mount_EOS
WD=257 - 95 - 44=118mm compared to the Canon 100mm at 143mm. You must have forgoten to subtact the 44mm.

Was thinking of the Canon, a cheaper alternative is the Tamron (losing compatibility with Canon TCs possibly). The Sigma I wonder about as it is a bit soft wide open in the only life size test I have ever seen. http://translate.google.com/translate?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nnplus.de%2Fmacro%2FM acro100.html&langpair=de%7Cen&hl=en&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8&prev=%2Flanguage_tools though to be honest I haven't though beyond, sometimes I could use a longer percepective macro lens.

Considering the amount of time I am not getting to take photos it is probably not a big priority.
I think he did indeed forget to subtract quite a few bits.

The Siggy is not an internal focus lens, and its WD is actually 6.5 cm at 1:1, less than half that of the 100 mm, and even 30 % less than the Canon EF-S 60 macro.

Kind regards, Wim

Sydor25

25th of April 2008 (Fri), 18:48

http://sydor25.com/Pictures/Boston_Marathon_2008-134.jpg

staceyann

25th of April 2008 (Fri), 19:30

More portrait examples, please.

I saw that you needed more portrait examples. I took some for you this afternoon to give you an idea. Here they are

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f245/staceyshipp/IMG_3441.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f245/staceyshipp/IMG_3442.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f245/staceyshipp/IMG_3451.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f245/staceyshipp/IMG_3461.jpg

versedmb

25th of April 2008 (Fri), 21:11

Thanks for the portrait examples. I'm considering the 100 macro over the 85 1.8 for the 5D as I shoot plenty of close-ups/macros in addition to portraits.

strobe monkey

26th of April 2008 (Sat), 09:40

I just got mine this morning... Heres my small contribution..

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2303/2442303859_73d0cb1149.jpg?v=0

A cropped (not 100%)1/2inch X 1/2inch flower. I'm still having problem with focusing. I am used to auto with IS so I need more practice.

pixel_junkie

26th of April 2008 (Sat), 21:34

Some action shots from today with the 100 2.8 Macro. So it can do that pretty well, what a lens! :-)

http://www.emilkara.com/Images/WAVEHOUSE/1.jpg

http://www.emilkara.com/Images/WAVEHOUSE/2.jpg

http://www.emilkara.com/Images/WAVEHOUSE/3.jpg

mdw

27th of April 2008 (Sun), 11:16

Hi!

Does anyone use the Close Up Lenses that are available for the Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 Macro US which you can buy them on Ebay (http://cgi.ebay.nl/Close-Up-Lenses-for-Canon-EF-100mm-f-2-8-Macro-USM_W0QQitemZ170204530986QQihZ007QQcategoryZ30070Q QcmdZViewItem)?

They´re supposed to magnify you´re subject even further than you´ll be able to do now only with the lens. Any opinions and experience?

photobitz

27th of April 2008 (Sun), 12:15

You're better off with extension tubes if you can help it. Alternatively use a teleconverter if you want to keep some distance.

I used to use the close-up filters but I found anything more than +2 dioptre started blurring around the edges of the frame.

Torcidas

28th of April 2008 (Mon), 16:06

I see much nice pictures here some with this way or other but I would like to hear what you think about extension tubes (original Canon one) with this lens. How good or bad pictures are with tubes and without them? I just buy this lens and didn't manage to test it still..

SDK^

28th of April 2008 (Mon), 16:24

Thanks for all the nice comments on my previous ladybird, waterdrop & flower macro shot :)

Does anyone use the Close Up Lenses
You're better off with extension tubes if you can help it. Alternatively use a teleconverter if you want to keep some distance

Yup - extension tubes all the way !! Depth of field is tiny; even at F16 and you really need a macro flash because you lose a couple of stops of shutter speed.

This is a shot with the Canon Macro lens and 3 kenko extension tubes - Approx 2x life size.

http://www.ph-digitalphotography-motorsports.com/images/macro-insects/hover-fly-02.jpg

Cotmweasel

28th of April 2008 (Mon), 19:03

Here are some pics that I have already posted in the Macro section but I figured they would go well here.

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3102/2424687330_5ea63fa37e_b.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2021/2421583807_44a16a68cc_b.jpg

inthedeck

28th of April 2008 (Mon), 22:24

^^ Curious, but what is that bug, in the second pic? Any ideas CotmWeasel?

Cotmweasel

28th of April 2008 (Mon), 22:35

^^ Curious, but what is that bug, in the second pic? Any ideas CotmWeasel?

Didn't know at first but its a Hummingbird moth

pixel_junkie

28th of April 2008 (Mon), 22:39

^^^ Looks like a lobster :-)

inthedeck

28th of April 2008 (Mon), 22:44

Cool...I've taken a shot of one, just had no idea what it was. Of course, it didn't come out as well, given it was dark outside.

I even saw a real hummingbird today, fired off a couple of shots, but, needed more length, in the lens. He/she (not sure yet) let me get within a few feet. I'll have to revisit...once I see it again...with a longer lens. At least I know they are around. :)

Torcidas

29th of April 2008 (Tue), 01:04

Yup - extension tubes all the way !! Depth of field is tiny; even at F16 and you really need a macro flash because you lose a couple of stops of shutter speed.

This is a shot with the Canon Macro lens and 3 kenko extension tubes - Approx 2x life size.

What's difference in quality from kenko extension tube or Canon original extension tube anyone know? And what flash you use ring flash or?

photobitz

29th of April 2008 (Tue), 01:18

What's difference in quality from kenko extension tube or Canon original extension tube anyone know? And what flash you use ring flash or?

There is no image quality differences at all since they are just hollow tubes.

The difference is in the build and electronics. Canon's ones are very solid and from memory will report to the camera whereas the Kenko ones feel rather flimsy (probably wouldn't break though) and they don't report.

The latest version of the Kenko one supports use on EF-S lenses as does the Canon.

Kenko's come in a set of three for less than you pay for 1 Canon.

Torcidas

29th of April 2008 (Tue), 03:03

There is no image quality differences at all since they are just hollow tubes.

Kenko's come in a set of three for less than you pay for 1 Canon.

Not realy like that but close I don't have anyone in Croatia who's importing Kenko so when I order from USA this set cost me more then 12+25 extension tubes from Canon. (transport cost, import taxes,...) So I will buy 2 Canon tubes (for 200 USD in total)

restin9

29th of April 2008 (Tue), 03:35

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f245/staceyshipp/IMG_3246.jpg

Nice insect porn capture!:D

SDK^

29th of April 2008 (Tue), 12:50

The difference is in the build and electronics. Canon's ones are very solid and from memory will report to the camera whereas the Kenko ones feel rather flimsy (probably wouldn't break though) and they don't report.
The Kenko ones I have report to the camera and also very solid - metal mounts etc.

Pic

http://www.thkphoto.com/products/kenko/photos-l/EXTUBE-AF-C-DG-sm.jpg

photobitz

29th of April 2008 (Tue), 21:10

The Kenko ones I have report to the camera and also very solid - metal mounts etc.

I stand corrected. It must be a new feature of the DG model.

aysprague

4th of May 2008 (Sun), 22:25

Really enjoying my 100 mm f/2.8 macro.
Recent purchase; lots to learn...
Canon 40D, also a recent purchase.

BluewookieJim

5th of May 2008 (Mon), 11:34

wimg

5th of May 2008 (Mon), 11:57

I've been thinking about getting this lens, as macro photography seems like something I might enjoy. I'm just wondering how useful this lens would be without a dedicated macro flash, or at least a 580ex that has the macro tilt position.
It is very useful without flash, provided light is good, or any light if you have fairly static objects and a tripod.

Flash helps mostly when light is not so good, or with rapidly moving subjects. Personally, I do most of my macro shots from a tripod, with MLU, and a wired remote control. I do use reflectors occasionally, to lighten up dark spots or remove harsh shadows. I do make those reflectors myself; plain white cardboard, or cardboard covered with crinkled aluminium foil.

Kind regards, Wim

BluewookieJim

5th of May 2008 (Mon), 14:16

It is very useful without flash, provided light is good, or any light if you have fairly static objects and a tripod.

Flash helps mostly when light is not so good, or with rapidly moving subjects. Personally, I do most of my macro shots from a tripod, with MLU, and a wired remote control. I do use reflectors occasionally, to lighten up dark spots or remove harsh shadows. I do make those reflectors myself; plain white cardboard, or cardboard covered with crinkled aluminium foil.

Kind regards, Wim

Wow, that is a crazy gear list you have there...

Anyway, I would anticipate doing most of my macro work the same way, from a tripod, MLU, POTN wired shutter release...

I've only got the 420ex flash right now, which doesn't have that last notch-down position for macro, and I'd rather spend my deflating US$$$ on glass right now rather than a 580ex II.

oaktree

5th of May 2008 (Mon), 15:30

I've had a 100/2.8 macro for over a year, but until this weekend never really used it except for an indoor concert. After deciding that I was more comfortable with handholding than using a tripod, I upped the ISO and started firing: manual focus/exposure, burst mode (sometimes windy), f/5.6-11. Shot only flowers and ferns (no insects).

Great lens! Very sharp when I had the focus dead on and shooting in burst caught the subject not moving. In a 3-6 frame burst, could easily see which shot was the most in focus.

I'll post some photos when I learn how to do it.