Venus Optics Laowa 25mm f/2.8 Ultra Macro Overview

Dedicated to extreme close-up imaging, the Nikon F-mount Laowa 25mm f/2.8 2.5-5X Ultra Macro from Venus Optics is a specialized macro lens for photographing subjects at magnifications greater than life-size. Operating within a 2.5:1 to 5:1 Range, this lens has a minimum focus distance of just 6.8" at the 5:1 magnification along with a comfortable 1.6" working distance. This Range is benefitted by the wide-angle focal length, too, in order to achieve greater depth of field compared to long focal length macro lenses. Complementing the close-up capabilities, the optical design incorporates one extra-low dispersion element to reduce color fringing and chromatic aberrations for a high degree of clarity. Additionally, distinguishing itself from other macro lenses, this 25mm f/2.8 is characterized by its notably sleek and lightweight design for easier handling and more room to work with artificial lighting.

Prime 25mm f/2.8 is designed for FX-format Nikon F-mount DSLR cameras, however can also be used with DX models where it provides a 37.5mm equivalent focal length.

Specifically developed for macro photography, this lens is designed for use within a 2.5:1 to 5:1 magnification Range for producing greater-than-life-size imagery. This lens does not offer infinity focus.

When at 5:1 magnification, the lens has a minimum focusing distance of 6.8" along with a working distance of 1.6", which affords sufficient room for illuminating your subject. At the 2.5:1 position, a minimum focusing distance of 9.2" is possible along with a working distance of 1.8".

Wide-angle design benefits the high magnification design by providing greater depth of field compared to telephoto or long lens designs.

Manual focus operation for precise control over focusing distance when working with close-up subjects.

One extra-low dispersion element greatly reduces chromatic aberrations and color fringing for improved clarity and color accuracy.

Eight-blade diaphragm contributes to a pleasing out of focus quality when using shallow depth of field.

Especially slim and lightweight physical design is easier to use handheld and offers more room for illuminating close-up subjects.

Venus Optics Laowa 25mm f/2.8 Ultra Macro Overview

Dedicated to extreme close-up imaging, the Canon EF-mount Laowa 25mm f/2.8 2.5-5X Ultra Macro from Venus Optics is a specialized macro lens for photographing subjects at magnifications greater than life-size. Operating within a 2.5:1 to 5:1 Range, this lens has a minimum focus distance of just 6.8" at the 5:1 magnification along with a comfortable 1.6" working distance. This Range is benefitted by the wide-angle focal length, too, in order to achieve greater depth of field compared to long focal length macro lenses. Complementing the close-up capabilities, the optical design incorporates one extra-low dispersion element to reduce color fringing and chromatic aberrations for a high degree of clarity. Additionally, distinguishing itself from other macro lenses, this 25mm f/2.8 is characterized by its notably sleek and lightweight design for easier handling and more room to work with artificial lighting.

Prime 25mm f/2.8 is designed for full-frame Canon EF-mount DSLR cameras, however can also be used with APS-C models where it provides a 40mm equivalent focal length.

Specifically developed for macro photography, this lens is designed for use within a 2.5:1 to 5:1 magnification Range for producing greater-than-life-size imagery. This lens does not offer infinity focus.

When at 5:1 magnification, the lens has a minimum focusing distance of 6.8" along with a working distance of 1.6", which affords sufficient room for illuminating your subject. At the 2.5:1 position, a minimum focusing distance of 9.2" is possible along with a working distance of 1.8".

Wide-angle design benefits the high magnification design by providing greater depth of field compared to telephoto or long lens designs.

Manual focus operation for precise control over focusing distance when working with close-up subjects.

One extra-low dispersion element greatly reduces chromatic aberrations and color fringing for improved clarity and color accuracy.

Eight-blade diaphragm contributes to a pleasing out of focus quality when using shallow depth of field.

Especially slim and lightweight physical design is easier to use handheld and offers more room for illuminating close-up subjects.

Venus Optics Laowa 15mm f/4 Macro Overview

Venus Optics is offering photographers the first native option to get started in the world of wide-angle macro photography with the Laowa 15mm f/4 Macro Lens, available here for full-frame Pentax K-mount cameras. Before now, wide-angle macro required the use of extension tubes and other workarounds, but now the Laowa 15mm Macro offers true 1:1 magnification without the hassle. The ultra-wide perspective on full-frame cameras allows users to get exceptionally close to their subjects with a minimum focus distance of just 4.7", and have them fill the frame, while still capturing the background for more informative scenes. Internal focusing further assists by not disturbing your subject, even when you reach the 0.2" minimum working distance.

Optically, it is designed to minimize distortion that plagues wide-angle lenses with the use of an advanced 12 element in 9 group construction with one extra-low dispersion and three high-refractive elements. A multi-layer low-reflective coating further improved image quality by reducing the appearance of flare and ghosting. Also, when used on APS-C cameras, or in crop modes, the lens offers +/- 6mm of vertical shift which can help correct for perspective when shooting objects such as buildings.

Full manual operation is required with this lens through the use of a physical aperture ring with a Range of f/4 to f/32 and a large focusing ring. A flat front element provides room for a 77mm front filter thread for using a Selection of specialized filters to enhance your scene. Additionally, it has a near circular 14-blade diaphragm for smooth out of focus elements and comes with a lens hood.

• Ultra-wide 110 angle of view on full-frame cameras.
• The wide-angle lens offers a 35mm equivalent focal length of 22.5mm with an 85 angle of view when used on APS-C cameras bodies or in crop modes.
• Wide aperture Range of f/4 to f/32.
• Lens construction features 12 elements in 9 groups with 3 high-refractive elements and on extra-low dispersion element.
• Minimum focus distance of 4.7" with a minimum working distance of just 0.2".
• Manual focus and aperture control.
• When used with APS-C cameras, the Laowa 15mm Macro can utilize +/-6 mm of vertical shift to help correct perspective.
• True 1:1 magnification allows photographers to capture life-sized images of their subjects while still providing infinity focus for use as a standard wide-angle lens.
• Near-circular 14-blade aperture diaphragm provides smooth out-of-focus elements.
• Accepts 77mm threaded filters.

Venus Optics Laowa 15mm f/4 Macro Overview

Venus Optics is offering photographers the first native option to get started in the world of wide-angle macro photography with the Laowa 15mm f/4 Macro Lens, available here for full-frame Nikon F-mount cameras. Before now, wide-angle macro required the use of extension tubes and other workarounds, but now the Laowa 15mm Macro offers true 1:1 magnification without the hassle. The ultra-wide perspective on full-frame cameras allows users to get exceptionally close to their subjects with a minimum focus distance of just 4.7", and have them fill the frame, while still capturing the background for more informative scenes. Internal focusing further assists by not disturbing your subject, even when you reach the 0.2" minimum working distance.

Optically, it is designed to minimize distortion that plagues wide-angle lenses with the use of an advanced 12 element in 9 group construction with one extra-low dispersion and three high-refractive elements. A multi-layer low-reflective coating further improved image quality by reducing the appearance of flare and ghosting. Also, when used on APS-C cameras, or in crop modes, the lens offers +/- 6mm of vertical shift which can help correct for perspective when shooting objects such as buildings.

Full manual operation is required with this lens through the use of a physical aperture ring with a Range of f/4 to f/32 and a large focusing ring. A flat front element provides room for a 77mm front filter thread for using a Selection of specialized filters to enhance your scene. Additionally, it has a near circular 14-blade diaphragm for smooth out of focus elements and comes with a lens hood.

• Ultra-wide 110 angle of view on full-frame cameras.
• The wide-angle lens offers a 35mm equivalent focal length of 22.5mm with an 85 angle of view when used on APS-C cameras bodies or in crop modes.
• Wide aperture Range of f/4 to f/32.
• Lens construction features 12 elements in 9 groups with 3 high-refractive elements and on extra-low dispersion element.
• Minimum focus distance of 4.7" with a minimum working distance of just 0.2".
• Manual focus and aperture control.
• When used with APS-C cameras, the Laowa 15mm Macro can utilize +/-6 mm of vertical shift to help correct perspective.
• True 1:1 magnification allows photographers to capture life-sized images of their subjects while still providing infinity focus for use as a standard wide-angle lens.
• Near-circular 14-blade aperture diaphragm provides smooth out-of-focus elements.
• Accepts 77mm threaded filters.

Venus Optics Laowa 15mm f/4 Macro Overview

Venus Optics is offering photographers the first native option to get started in the world of wide-angle macro photography with the Laowa 15mm f/4 Macro Lens, available here for full-frame Sony E-mount cameras. Before now, wide-angle macro required the use of extension tubes and other workarounds, but now the Laowa 15mm Macro offers true 1:1 magnification without the hassle. The ultra-wide perspective on full-frame cameras allows users to get exceptionally close to their subjects with a minimum focus distance of just 4.7", and have them fill the frame, while still capturing the background for more informative scenes. Internal focusing further assists by not disturbing your subject, even when you reach the 0.2" minimum working distance.

Optically, it is designed to minimize distortion that plagues wide-angle lenses with the use of an advanced 12 element in 9 group construction with one extra-low dispersion and three high-refractive elements. A multi-layer low-reflective coating further improved image quality by reducing the appearance of flare and ghosting. Also, when used on APS-C cameras, or in crop modes, the lens offers +/- 6mm of vertical shift which can help correct for perspective when shooting objects such as buildings.

Full manual operation is required with this lens through the use of a physical aperture ring with a Range of f/4 to f/32 and a large focusing ring. A flat front element provides room for a 77mm front filter thread for using a Selection of specialized filters to enhance your scene. Additionally, it has a near circular 14-blade diaphragm for smooth out of focus elements and comes with a lens hood.

• Ultra-wide 110 angle of view on full-frame cameras.
• The wide-angle lens offers a 35mm equivalent focal length of 22.5mm with an 85 angle of view when used on APS-C cameras bodies or in crop modes.
• Wide aperture Range of f/4 to f/32.
• Lens construction features 12 elements in 9 groups with 3 high-refractive elements and on extra-low dispersion element.
• Minimum focus distance of 4.7" with a minimum working distance of just 0.2".
• Manual focus and aperture control.
• When used with APS-C cameras, the Laowa 15mm Macro can utilize +/-6 mm of vertical shift to help correct perspective.
• True 1:1 magnification allows photographers to capture life-sized images of their subjects while still providing infinity focus for use as a standard wide-angle lens.
• Near-circular 14-blade aperture diaphragm provides smooth out-of-focus elements.
• Accepts 77mm threaded filters.

Venus Optics Laowa 60mm f/2.8 Ultra Macro Overview

Key Features

• K-Mount Lens/APS-C Format
• 90mm (35mm Equiv. on APS-C Format)
• Aperture Range: f/2.8 to f/22
• Magnification Range: 2.0x to 0.1x
• Focusing Range: 2.4" to Infinity
• Manual Focus, Manual Aperture
• Rounded 14-Blade Diaphragm
• Includes 62mm UV Filter

From macro to infinity, the Pentax K-Mount Laowa 60mm f/2.8 2X Ultra-Macro Lens from Venus Optics is a prime portrait-length lens offering the unique ability to photograph close-up subjects 2.4" away at a 2:1 magnification ratio as well as distant subjects with infinity focus and a 0.1x magnification. The versatility offered by this manual focus, manual aperture Selection lens benefits working with close-up subjects and then quickly switching to full-length subjects at distance without the need of extension tubes or other adapters. The lens is optimized for use on APS-C format sensors, where it will provide a 90mm equivalent focal length, and it can also be used on full-frame format DSLRs, however some vignetting may occur when focused at infinity.

The lens's construction incorporates nine elements in seven groups, and two of the lens groups move in order to control focusing and to avoid barrel distortions. This design also helps to maintain high image clarity, sharpness, and color accuracy. A rounded 14-blade diaphragm contributes to a smooth out-of-focus quality that is especially beneficial when working with near subjects and Selective focus techniques.

Prime 60mm Pentax K-Mount lens is compatible with full-frame sensors as well as APS-C sensors, where it will provide a 90mm equivalent focal length.

The lens is capable of focusing on subjects as near as 2.4" away with a 2:1 magnification ratio for greater-than-life size macro shooting without the need of extension tubes or adapters. Additionally, the lens is also able to achieve infinity focus with a 1:10 magnification ratio for general shooting applications. When working with full-frame sensors, the image may be slightly vignetted when working at infinity focus.

Manual focus and manual aperture setting design does not maintain any electronic communication with the camera.

Nine-element-in-seven-group construction produces a high degree of clarity throughout the focusing Range as well as accurate color rendering.

Two lens groups move during focusing in order to control barrel distortion.

Rounded 14-blade diaphragm produces a smooth out-of-focus quality when using Selective focus or shallow depth of field techniques.

Built-in lens hood helps to deflect stray light from causing lens flare or ghosting.

All-metal lens barrel offers ensured durability and rigidity.

In addition to the lens itself, a protective filter pouch and a 62mm UV filter are also included.

Venus Optics Laowa 60mm f/2.8 Ultra Macro Overview

Key Features

• F-Mount Lens/DX Format
• 90mm (35mm Equiv. on DX Format)
• Aperture Range: f/2.8 to f/22
• Magnification Range: 2.0x to 0.1x
• Focusing Range: 2.4" to Infinity
• Manual Focus, Manual Aperture
• Rounded 14-Blade Diaphragm
• Includes 62mm UV Filter

From macro to infinity, the Nikon F mount Laowa 60mm f/2.8 2X Ultra-Macro Lens from Venus Optics is a prime portrait-length lens offering the unique ability to photograph close-up subjects 2.4" away at a 2:1 magnification ratio as well as distant subjects with infinity focus and a 0.1x magnification. The versatility offered by this manual focus, manual aperture Selection lens benefits working with close-up subjects and then quickly switching to full-length subjects at distance without the need of extension tubes or other adapters. The lens is optimized for use on DX format sensors, where it will provide a 90mm equivalent focal length, and it can also be used on FX format DSLRs, however some vignetting may occur when focused at infinity.

The lens's construction incorporates nine elements in seven groups, and two of the lens groups move in order to control focusing and to avoid barrel distortions. This design also helps to maintain high image clarity, sharpness, and color accuracy. A rounded 14-blade diaphragm contributes to a smooth out-of-focus quality that is especially beneficial when working with near subjects and Selective focus techniques.

Prime 60mm Nikon F mount lens is compatible with FX sensors as well as DX sensors, where it will provide a 90mm equivalent focal length.

The lens is capable of focusing on subjects as near as 2.4" away with a 2:1 magnification ratio for greater-than-life size macro shooting without the need of extension tubes or adapters. Additionally, the lens is also able to achieve infinity focus with a 1:10 magnification ratio for general shooting applications. When working with FX sensors, the image may be slightly vignetted when working at infinity focus.

Manual focus and manual aperture setting design does not maintain any electronic communication with the camera.

Nine-element-in-seven-group construction produces a high degree of clarity throughout the focusing Range as well as accurate color rendering.

Two lens groups move during focusing in order to control barrel distortion.

Rounded 14-blade diaphragm produces a smooth out-of-focus quality when using Selective focus or shallow depth of field techniques.

Built-in lens hood helps to deflect stray light from causing lens flare or ghosting.

All-metal lens barrel offers ensured durability and rigidity.

In addition to the lens itself, a protective filter pouch and a 62mm UV filter are also included.

Venus Optics Laowa 60mm f2.8 Ultra Macro Overview

Key Features

• EF-Mount Lens/APS-C Format
• 96mm (35mm Equiv. on APS-C Format)
• Aperture Range: f/2.8 to f/22
• Magnification Range: 2.0x to 0.1x
• Focusing Range: 2.4" to Infinity
• Manual Focus, Manual Aperture
• Rounded 14-Blade Diaphragm
• Includes 62mm UV Filter

From macro To infinity, the Canon EF mount Laowa 60mm f2.8 2X Ultra-Macro Lens from Venus Optics is a prime portrait-length lens offering the unique ability To photograph close-up subjects 2.4" away at a 2:1 magnification ratio as well as distant subjects with infinity focus and a 0.1x magnification. The versatility offered by this manual focus, manual aperture Selection lens benefits working with close-up subjects and then quickly switching To full-length subjects at distance without the need of extension tubes or other adapters. The lens is optimized for use on APS-C format sensors, where it will provide a 96mm equivalent focal length, and it can also be used on full-frame format DSLRs, however some vignetting may occur when focused at infinity.

The lens construction incorporates nine elements in seven groups, and two of the lens groups move in order To control focusing and To avoid barrel distortions. This design also helps To maintain high image clarity, sharpness, and color accuracy. A rounded 14-blade diaphragm contributes To a smooth out-of-focus quality that is especially beneficial when working with near subjects and Selective focus techniques.

• Prime 60mm Canon EF mount lens is compatible with full-frame sensors as well as APS-C sensors, where it will provide a 96mm equivalent focal length.
• The lens is capable of focusing on subjects as near as 2.4" away with a 2:1 magnification ratio for greater-than-life size macro shooting without the need of extension tubes or adapters. Additionally, the lens is also able To achieve infinity focus with a 1:10 magnification ratio for general shooting applications. When working with full-frame sensors, the image may be slightly vignetted when working at infinity focus.
• Manual focus and manual aperture setting design does not maintain any electronic communication with the camera.
• Nine-element-in-seven-group construction produces a high degree of clarity throughout the focusing Range as well as accurate color rendering.
• Two lens groups move during focusing in order To control barrel distortion.
• Rounded 14-blade diaphragm produces a smooth out-of-focus quality when using Selective focus or shallow depth of field techniques.
• Built-in lens hood helps To deflect stray light from causing lens flare or ghosting.
• All-metal lens barrel offers ensured durability and rigidity.
• In addition To the lens itself, a protective filter pouch and a 62mm UV filter are also included.

Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Overview

The Canon EF mount Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG HSM Lens is a fast standard-length prime designed to achieve high optical performance through the incorporation of both three Special Low Dispersion glass elements and one molded glass aspherical element. These elements, coupled with an advanced optical design, work to minimize sagittal coma flare and chromatic aberrations in order to provide high image sharpness and clarity. The lens' large diameter and floating system also help to correct for vignetting to ensure maintained peripheral brightness. A Super Multi Coating has been applied to lens elements, too, to reduce flare and ghosting for higher contrast and color fidelity.

A Hyper Sonic AF Motor, along with an optimized AF algorithm, produces quiet, smooth, and fast autofocus performance that benefits this lens' use in a wide variety of situations. This AF motor also permits full-time manual focusing control for refined precision by simply turning the focus ring at any time.

Sigma Global Vision - Art

As part of the Art line within Sigma's Global Vision series, this lens' is designed to achieve truly notable optical performance and is ideally suited for creative and artistic applications.

Molded Glass Aspherical Element

This lens has been designed using an advanced optical structure to achieve both high resolution and sharpness along with an aesthetic out-of-focus quality for greater subject separation. A molded glass aspherical element corrects for sagittal coma flare and enables full use of the fast f/1.4 maximum aperture with maintained sharpness and clarity. This design also works to minimize vignetting, color blur, and other distortions help to produce natural and pleasing bokeh for Selective focus and shallow depth of field techniques. By reducing these aberrations, this lens is also well-suited to astrophotography or other situations with point-light sources due to its ability to suppress blur near the edges of the frame.

Special Low Dispersion Glass Elements

Three SLD (Special Low Dispersion) glass elements have been incorporated within the lens design to correct for axial chromatic aberration throughout the entire focusing Range. This helps to ensure maintained image sharpness, clarity, and contrast regardless of focus point or aperture setting.

Large Diameter Lens

In designing the lens with a large 85.4mm diameter, and placing the widest elements within the front group, greater peripheral brightness is more easily attained when working with larger apertures. This design also lends itself to minimizing vignetting throughout the aperture Range for greater clarity and detail across the image frame.

Super Multi-Layer Coating

A Super Multi-Layer Coating has been applied to lens elements in order to minimize lens flare and ghosting and contribute to producing contrast-rich and color-neutral imagery, even in backlit conditions.

Floating System

By employing a floating system, the distance between glass elements is adjusted during focusing in order to limit the amount of lens movement required when shooting. This floating system helps to realize a minimum focusing distance of 1.3' with a maximum magnification of 1:5.6. Additionally, this design also contributes to high detail rendering capabilities throughout the entire focusing Range.

Hyper Sonic AF Motor

The integrated HSM (Hyper Sonic Motor) realizes quick and quiet autofocusing, which is further complemented by an optimized AF algorithm to produce smoother focusing performance. The HSM also permits full-time manual focus control simply by rotating the focus ring at any time.

Other Lens Features

• A rounded nine-blade diaphragm helps to produce an attractive out-of-focus quality.
• The lens is constructed using a Thermally Stable Composite (TSC) material, along with traditional metals, for greater precision and use in wide temperature variations. The outside of the lens barrel is also engraved with the year of production.
• The bayonet mount is constructed from brass for ensured accuracy and durability.
• The included lens hood is fitted with a rubber connection for a secure fit.
• This lens is compatible with the optional Sigma USB Dock for fine-tuning different lens characteristics and updating its firmware.

Sigma 33S965Overview

Key Features

• Sony E-mount (NEX) Lens
• Standard Length Prime Lens
• 45mm Equivalency in 35mm format
• Aperture Range: f2.8-22
• Minimum Focus Distance of 11.8"
• Inner Focusing System
• Linear Autofocus Motor for Quiet AF
• Two Glass Molded Aspherical Elements
• Super Multi-Layer Coating

The silver30mm f2.8 DN Lens for Sony E-mount CamerasfromSigmais standard length prime lens forSony E-mount cameras. Its focal length is equivalent To a 45mm lens in the 35mm format and its minimum focus distance is 11.8" (30 cm). Its f2.8 maximum aperture is ideal for shallow depth of field imaging and allows it To maintain sharpness in low light situations. An inner focusing system means the lens does not extend when focusing and its newly developed linear autofocus motor is accurate and quiet. Sigma Super Multi-Layer Coating reduces flare and ghosting and provides sharp and high contrast images even at the maximum aperture, and with two glass molded aspherical elements including a double-sided aspherical element, aberrations are kept To a minimum. The result is accurate color definition and sharp imaging across the frame. A metal exterior provides durability and handsome design.

Standard length 30mm prime lens for Sony E-mount cameras with a 45mm focal length equivalent

Maximum aperture of f2.8 is effective in low light situations and able To create lovely shallow depth of field images.

Inner focusing system and linear autofocus motor for efficient, smooth, quiet and accurate focus.

Two glass molded aspherical elements, including a double-sided aspherical element and Super Multi-Layer Coating minimizes aberrations and reduces flare and ghosting for sharp, high contrast images.

A brass bayonet mount has both high accuracy and durability. A special treatment To reinforce its strength is applied To the surface giving it greater strength and making it highly resistant To long-term use.

Part of Sigma new "Art" class of fast aperture, sharp prime lenses

Sigma 70mm f/2.8 DG Macro Art Overview

Optimized for notable image clarity at close working distances, the Canon EF-mount 70mm f/2.8 DG Macro Art Lens from Sigma is a true 1:1, life-size macro lens well-suited for close-up and macro subjects. As a member of the esteemed Art series of lenses, this short-telephoto prime is also distinguished by its sophisticated optical design that makes use of two FLD elements, two SLD elements, one anomalous partial dispersion/high refractive index element, and two aspherical elements to limit both chromatic and spherical aberrations for high clarity, sharpness, and color accuracy. A Super Multi-Layer Coating also enhances image quality by suppressing lens flare and ghosting for improved contrast and color fidelity in strong lighting conditions. Additionally, a rounded nine-blade diaphragm contributes to a pleasing bokeh quality.

Benefitting the imaging assets is a coreless DC motor that offers quick and accurate autofocus performance along with full-time manual focus override. The physical design utilizes Thermally Stable Composite material for durability in a wide range of environments, and a brass bayonet mount also offers rigidity and mounting precision.

As part of the Art line within Sigma's Global Vision series, this lens is designed to achieve truly notable optical performance and is ideally suited for creative and artistic applications.

Short-telephoto prime, this lens is designed for full-frame Canon EF-mount DSLRs, however can also be used with APS-C models where it provides a 112mm equivalent focal length.

Two F Low Dispersion (FLD) elements, two Special Low Dispersion (SLD) elements, and one anomalous partial dispersion/high refractive index element are featured in the optical design, and help to reduce color fringing and chromatic aberrations for improved clarity and color accuracy.

Two aspherical elements are used to help limit distortion and spherical aberrations and also contribute to greater overall sharpness and accurate rendering.

True macro design affords a life-size 1:1 maximum magnification along with a 10.2" minimum focusing distance to suit working with close-up subjects.

A Super Multi-Layer Coating has been applied to lens elements in order to minimize lens flare and ghosting and contribute to producing contrast-rich and color-neutral imagery, even in backlit conditions.

Nine-blade rounded diaphragm contributes to a smooth and pleasing bokeh quality.

Coreless DC motor is used for quick and accurate autofocus performance. Additionally, an updated focusing algorithm, full-time manual focus override, large angle of rotation, and focus-by-wire system enable increased and controllable focus adjustment.

The lens is constructed using a Thermally Stable Composite (TSC) material, along with traditional metals, for greater precision and use in wide temperature variations.

The bayonet mount is constructed from brass for ensured accuracy and durability. Additionally, rubber sealing is incorporated in the mount design to render it dust- and splash-resistant.

Compatible with optional EM-140 DG Macro Ring Flash when used in conjunction with the separate 65mm Macro Flash Adapter for even lighting as close working distances.

Compatible with optional TC-1401 and TC-2001 Teleconverters to extend the effective focal length of the lens while retaining autofocus functionality.

This lens is compatible with the optional Sigma USB Dock for fine-tuning different lens characteristics and updating its firmware.

Canon EF 100-400mm f4.5-5.6L IS II USM Overview

A long-reaching telephoto zoom characterized by a sophisticated optical design and advanced image stabilization technologies, the Canon EF 100-400mm f4.5-5.6L IS II USM Lens is part of the esteemed L-series developed for full-frame EOS DSLRs. One fluorite element and one Super UD element have been incorporated into the lens' construction, and both help To reduce aberrations and distortions throughout the zoom Range in order To deliver notable clarity, image sharpness, and faithful color reproduction. An Air Sphere Coating has also been applied To lens elements in order To reduce lens flare and ghosting for more contrast-rich imagery. Benefitting the optical components of the lens, a four-stop effective Image Stabilizer helps To minimize the appearance of camera shake and can be dedicated To different styles of shooting. Furthermore, a redeveloped rotation-type zoom ring pairs with an internal focusing mechanism, and an Ultrasonic Motor, To deliver quick and intuitive handling To benefit handheld shooting. Positioned as a versatile option for sports and wildlife photographers, this lens' list of attributes make it a viable telephoto zoom for a variety of shooting applications.

Housed within a weather-resistant barrel, this lens also features fluorine coatings on the front and rear elements for protection against fingerprints and smudges from affecting image quality. Zoom control is complemented by a dedicated tension ring for adjusting zoom torque. Additionally, other refined design elements include a tripod collar that can be attached or detached with the lens mounted To the camera and an included lens hood that permits easy control over specialty filters with the hood in place.

• Telephoto zoom is compatible with full-frame EF-mount DSLRs, as well as APS-C-format models where it provides a 160-640mm equivalent focal length Range.
• One fluorite element and one Super Ultra-Low Dispersion element help To correct chromatic aberrations throughout the zoom Range for a high degree of sharpness, clarity, and color accuracy.
• An Air Sphere Coating (ASC) has been applied To lens elements To reduce backlit flaring and ghosting for maintained light transmission and high contrast in strong lighting conditions.
• An Optical Image Stabilizer helps To minimize the appearance of camera shake by up To four shutter speed stops To better enable working in low-light conditions and with slower shutter speeds. Additionally, three dedicated image stabilization modes are available”Standard, Panning, and During Exposure Only”and can be Selectively employed To suit a variety of types of shooting.
• A ring-type Ultrasonic Motor (USM), along with optimized focusing algorithms and a high-speed CPU, is employed To deliver fast, precise, and quiet autofocus performance as well as full-time manual focus override.
• The rotation-type zoom ring offers precise adjustment between zoom positions, especially when shooting handheld, and a zoom torque adjustment ring enables easy setting of the zoom tension for personalized control.
• A weather-resistant design protects the lens from dust and moisture To enable its use in inclement conditions. Additionally, fluorine coatings have also been applied To the front and rear lens elements for further protection against fingerprints and smudging.
• Rounded nine-blade diaphragm contributes To a pleasing out of focus quality that benefits the use of shallow depth of field and Selective focus techniques.
• A redeveloped tripod collar can be attached or detached from the lens without having To remove the lens from the camera.
• The included ET-83D lens hood incorporates a side window for easier adjustment of rotating filters with the hood in place.

Canon EF 100mm f2.8L Macro IS USM Overview

Key Features

• EF-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format
• Aperture Range: f/2.8 to f/32
• One Ultra-Low Dispersion Element
• Super Spectra Coating
• 1:1 Magnification, 11.8" Min. Focus
• Ring-Type Ultrasonic Motor AF System
• Focus Range Limiter
• Optical Image Stabilizer
• Weather-Sealed Construction
• Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm

Primarily designed for close-up shooting, the EF 100mm f2.8L Macro IS USM from Canon is a versatile L-series short telephoto prime that is also well-suited for portraiture and other mid-range subjects. As a macro lens, however, this 100mm offers a life-size, 1:1 maximum magnification and an 11.8" minimum focusing distance. Complementing close-up shooting, an Image Stabilizer is featured that minimizes camera shake by two stops at full 1:1 magnification, or up To four stops at lower magnifications for sharper handheld shooting. Also contributing To smooth and intuitive handling, a ring-type USM and internal focusing design offers quick, quiet, and accurate autofocus performance along with full-time manual focus override. In regard To its optical assets, one ultra-low dispersion element is featured, To control color fringing and chromatic aberrations, and a Super Spectra coating has been applied To suppress flare and ghosting for improved contrast and color fidelity. Additionally, as an L-series lens, this 100mm f2.8 is weather-sealed for working in inclement conditions.

• Short telephoto prime is designed for full-frame Canon EF-mount DSLRs, however can also be used with APS-C models where it provides a 160mm equivalent focal length.
• Ideal for macro shooting, this lens offers a life-size 1:1 maximum magnification along with a minimum focusing distance of 11.8" To suit working with close-up subjects.
• One ultra-low dispersion (UD) element greatly reduces chromatic aberrations and color fringing for improved clarity and color accuracy.
• Super Spectra coating has been applied To individual elements To minimize ghosting and flare for greater contrast and color neutrality when working in strong lighting conditions.
• An Optical Image Stabilizer helps To minimize the appearance of camera shake To better enable working in low-light conditions and with slower shutter speeds. The effectiveness of this system compensates for up To two stops of camera shake at 1:1 magnification, three stops at 1:2 magnification, and four stops at lower magnifications.
• A ring-type Ultrasonic Motor (USM), and internal focusing design, is employed To deliver fast, precise, and quiet autofocus performance as well as full-time manual focus override.
• Focus Limiter switch lets you constrain the focusing To three different Ranges for faster focusing performance: 11.8"-1.6', 1.6'-infinity, and the full 11.8"-infinity Range.
• Rounded nine-blade diaphragm contributes To a pleasing out of focus quality that benefits the use of shallow depth of field and Selective focus techniques.
• As a member of the esteemed L-series, this lens is sealed against dust and moisture for working in inclement environmental conditions.
• Optional rotating tripod collar is available and benefits working with the lens atop a tripod or monopod.

Canon EF 11-24mm f/4L USM Overview

Key Features

• EF-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format
• Aperture Range: f/4 to f/22
• One Super UD and One UD Element
• Four Aspherical Elements
• SWC, Air Sphere, and Fluorine Coatings
• Ring-Type Ultrasonic Motor AF System
• Weather-Sealed Construction
• Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm

A truly versatile wide-angle zoom featuring an advanced optical design and constant f/4 maximum aperture, the Canon EF 11-24mm f/4L USM Lens is a member of the esteemed L-series of lenses designed for full-frame EOS DSLRs. One Super UD element and one UD element offer a significant reduction in chromatic aberrations while four aspherical elements help to minimize distortions throughout the zoom range and provide consistent edge-to-edge sharpness and illumination. Both SWC and ASC coatings have been applied to the elements in order to reduce lens flare and ghosting for increased contrast and color accuracy. Ideally suited for landscape and architectural photography, this lens covers ultra-wide to wide-angle perspectives and backs up its versatile zoom range with sophisticated optical components and intuitive handling.

In regard to focusing performance, a ring-type Ultrasonic Motor offers fast, smooth, and near-silent autofocus, which is further benefitted by full-time manual focus operation and an internal focusing design. The lens is both water and dust-resistant, and fluorine coatings have also been applied to the front and rear elements to protect against fingerprints and smudges from affecting image quality.

Wide-angle zoom 11-24mm f/4 lens is compatible with full-frame Canon EF-mount DSLRs, as well as APS-C-sized models where it will provide a 17.6-38.4mm equivalent focal length range.

Constant f/4 maximum aperture offers consistent performance and light transmission throughout the zoom range.

One Super Ultra Low Dispersion and one ultra-low dispersion element help to significantly reduce chromatic aberrations for improved clarity and color accuracy.

Four aspherical elements help to minimize distortions throughout the zoom range in order to maintain edge-to-edge sharpness and illumination.

Both a Subwavelength Coating (SWC) and an Air Sphere Coating (ASC) have been applied to lens elements to reduce backlit flaring and ghosting for maintained light transmission and high contrast in strong lighting conditions.

A ring-type Ultrasonic Motor (USM), along with an internal focusing system, high-speed CPU, and optimized AF algorithms, are employed to deliver fast, precise, and near-silent autofocus performance as well as full-time manual focus override.

As a member of the esteemed L-series, this lens is sealed against dust and moisture for working in inclement environmental conditions.

Protective fluorine coating has been applied to the front bulbous element to resist fingerprints and smudges and to make cleaning significantly easier.

Lens's design accepts rear insert-type gelatin filters, which are cut-to-size and inserted behind the rear lens element.

Canon EF 135mm f2L USM Overview

Ideal for portraiture, the EF 135mm f2L USM is a medium telephoto prime and a member of Canon L-series of lenses. The long focal length coupled with the f2 maximum aperture afford a great deal of control over depth of field for isolating subject matter and using Selective focus, and the bright aperture also benefits shooting handheld in low-light conditions. In regard To the optical design, the lens uses two ultra-low dispersion elements To control chromatic aberrations and color fringing for high clarity, and a Super Spectra coating has also been applied To suppress flare and ghosting for increased contrast and color accuracy. Complementing the imaging attributes, a ring-type USM is employed To deliver quick and quiet autofocus performance along with full-time manual focus control.

• Medium-length telephoto prime is designed for full-frame Canon EF-mount DSLRs, however can also be used with APS-C models where it provides a 216mm equivalent focal length.
• Bright f2 maximum aperture benefits working in low-light conditions and also affords significant control over depth of field for working with Selective focus techniques.
• Two ultra-low dispersion (UD) elements greatly reduce chromatic aberrations and color fringing for improved clarity and color accuracy.
• Super Spectra coating has been applied To individual elements To minimize ghosting and flare for greater contrast and color neutrality when working in strong lighting conditions.
• A ring-type Ultrasonic Motor (USM), along with an rear focusing system, is employed To deliver fast, precise, and quiet autofocus performance as well as full-time manual focus override.
• Rounded eight-blade diaphragm contributes To a pleasing out of focus quality that benefits the use of shallow depth of field and Selective focus techniques.
• As a member of the esteemed L-series, this lens is dust and moisture-resistant for working in inclement environmental conditions.
• Compatible with optional EF 1.4X and EF 2X teleconverters.

Canon EF 14mm f2.8L II USM Overview

An impressive ultra wide-angle prime, the EF 14mm f2.8L II USM is a Canon L-series lens well-suited for landscape, nature, and interior photography applications. Its relatively bright f2.8 maximum aperture is well-suited To working in difficult lighting conditions and also makes this lens an ideal choice for astrophotography. The optical design incorporates two aspherical elements and two ultra-low dispersion elements To control both spherical and chromatic aberrations in order To realize a high degree of sharpness, clarity, and color accuracy. A Super Spectra coating has also been applied To suppress flare and ghosting for increased contrast and color fidelity when working in backlit and harsh lighting conditions. A ring-type USM and internal focusing mechanism also afford quick, quiet, and accurate autofocus performance, as well as full-time manual focus override. Additionally, this lens is weather-sealed for use in trying climates.

• Ultra wide-angle 14mm prime is compatible with full-frame Canon EF-mount DSLRs, as well as APS-C-sized models where it will provide a 22.4mm equivalent focal length Range.
• Bright f2.8 maximum aperture benefits working in low-light conditions and suits astrophotography applications.
• Two ultra-low dispersion elements are used To minimize chromatic aberrations as well as eliminate color blurring around the edges of subjects.
• Two aspherical elements help To minimize distortions and spherical aberrations in order To maintain edge-to-edge sharpness and illumination.
• Super Spectra coating has been applied To individual elements To minimize ghosting and flare for greater contrast and color neutrality when working in strong lighting conditions.
• A ring-type Ultrasonic Motor (USM), along with an internal focusing system, is employed To deliver fast, precise, and quiet autofocus performance as well as full-time manual focus override.
• As a member of the esteemed L-series, this lens is sealed against dust and moisture for working in inclement environmental conditions.
• Built-in lens hood helps To block stray light and also protects the bulbous front element.
• Lens design accepts rear insert-type gelatin filters, which are cut-to-size and inserted behind the rear lens element.

Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III USM Lens

Key Features

• EF-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format
• Aperture Range: f/2.8 to f/22
• Three Aspherical and Two UD Elements
• SWC, Air Sphere, and Fluorine Coatings
• Ring-Type Ultrasonic Motor AF System
• Weather-Sealed Construction
• Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm

Characterized by a revamped optical design, the EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III USM from Canon is a workhorse wide-angle zoom and member of the well-regarded L-series of lenses. Featuring a series of specialized elements, this lens utilizes a trio of aspherical elements and two ultra-low dispersion glass elements to control a variety of aberrations for high sharpness and clarity. Both SWC and ASC coatings have also been applied to the elements in order to reduce lens flare and ghosting for increased contrast and color accuracy.

Complementing its optical prowess, a ring-type Ultrasonic Motor offers fast, smooth, and near-silent autofocus performance, which is further benefitted by full-time manual focus operation and an internal focusing design. The lens is both water and dust-resistant, and fluorine coatings have also been applied to the front and rear elements to protect against fingerprints and smudges from affecting image quality.

Wide-angle zoom 16-35mm lens is compatible with full-frame Canon EF-mount DSLRs, as well as APS-C-sized models where it will provide a 25.6-56mm equivalent focal length range.

Constant f/2.8 maximum aperture offers consistent performance and excellent light transmission throughout the zoom range.

Two large-diameter glass-molded dual-surface aspherical elements and one ground aspherical element help to minimize distortions and spherical aberrations throughout the zoom range in order to maintain edge-to-edge sharpness and illumination.

Two ultra-low dispersion elements are used to minimize chromatic aberrations as well as eliminate color blurring around the edges of subjects.

Both a Subwavelength Coating (SWC) and an Air Sphere Coating (ASC) have been applied to lens elements to reduce backlit flaring and ghosting for maintained light transmission and high contrast in strong lighting conditions.

A ring-type Ultrasonic Motor (USM), along with an internal focusing system, high-speed CPU, and optimized AF algorithms, are employed to deliver fast, precise, and near-silent autofocus performance as well as full-time manual focus override.

As a member of the esteemed L-series, this lens is sealed against dust and moisture for working in inclement environmental conditions.

Protective fluorine coating has been applied to the front bulbous element to resist fingerprints and smudges and to make cleaning significantly easier.

Rounded nine-blade diaphragm contributes to a pleasing out of focus quality that benefits the use of shallow depth of field and selective focus techniques.

Canon EF 16-35mm f4L IS USM Overview

Covering a useful wide-angle focal length Range, the EF 16-35mm f4L IS USM is a Canon L-series lens distinguished by its constant f4 maximum aperture, sophisticated optical design, and use of image stabilization To realize sharp imagery. Two ultra-low dispersion elements are used To greatly reduce color fringing and chromatic aberrations throughout the zoom Range for high clarity and color accuracy, and a Super Spectra coating has also been applied To suppress flare and ghosting for improved contrast. Three aspherical elements are also featured and help To control distortion and minimize spherical aberrations for improved sharpness.

Complementing the imaging capabilities, this wide-angle zoom also features a four-stop-effective Image Stabilizer system that minimizes the appearance of camera shake for sharper handheld shooting. A ring-type USM and internal focusing mechanism also afford quick, quiet, and accurate autofocus performance, as well as full-time manual focus override. Additionally, this lens is weather-sealed and has a protective fluorine coating on the exposed elements for use in trying environmental conditions.

• Wide-angle zoom is designed for full-frame Canon EF-mount DSLRs, however can also be used with APS-C models where it provides a 25.6-56mm equivalent focal length Range.
• Constant f4 maximum aperture maintains consistent illumination throughout the zoom Range.
• Two ultra-low dispersion glass elements noticeably reduce color fringing and chromatic aberrations for high clarity and color fidelity.
• Three aspherical elements minimize spherical aberrations and distortions for improved sharpness and accurate rendering.
• Super Spectra coating has been applied To individual elements To minimize ghosting and flare for greater contrast and color neutrality when working in strong lighting conditions.
• An Optical Image Stabilizer helps To minimize the appearance of camera shake by up To four shutter speed stops To better enable working in low-light conditions and with slower shutter speeds.
• A ring-type Ultrasonic Motor (USM), along with an internal focusing system, is employed To deliver fast, precise, and quiet autofocus performance as well as full-time manual focus override.
• Rounded nine-blade diaphragm contributes To a pleasing out of focus quality that benefits the use of shallow depth of field and Selective focus techniques.
• Protective fluorine coating has been applied To the front and rear element To resist fingerprints and smudges and To make cleaning these elements significantly easier.
• As a member of the esteemed L-series, this lens is sealed against dust and moisture for working in inclement environmental conditions.

Canon EF 17-40mm f4L USM Lens

Key Features

• EF-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format
• Aperture Range: f/4 to f/22
• One Super Ultra-Low Dispersion Element
• Three Aspherical Element
• Super Spectra Coating
• Ring-Type Ultrasonic Motor AF System
• Weather-Sealed Construction
• Rounded 7-Blade Diaphragm

Spanning a versatile wide-angle Range, the EF 17-40mm f4L USM Lens is a Canon L-series zoom featuring a constant f4 maximum aperture along with a sophisticated optical design and durable construction. One Super UD element is featured, along with three aspherical elements, which help To reduce both chromatic and spherical aberrations in order To realize high sharpness, clarity, and color accuracy. A Super Spectra coating has also been applied To suppress flare and ghosting for improved contrast in difficult lighting conditions. Complementing the imaging capabilities, this wide-angle zoom also features a ring-type USM and internal focusing mechanism To afford quick, quiet, and accurate autofocus performance, as well as full-time manual focus override. Additionally, this lens is weather-sealed for use in trying environmental conditions.

• Wide-angle zoom is designed for full-frame Canon EF-mount DSLRs, however can also be used with APS-C models where it provides a 27.2-64mm equivalent focal length Range.
• Constant f4 maximum aperture maintains consistent illumination throughout the zoom Range.
• One Super Ultra-Low Dispersion glass element noticeably reduces color fringing and chromatic aberrations for high clarity and color fidelity.
• Three aspherical elements minimize spherical aberrations and distortions for improved sharpness and accurate rendering.
• Super Spectra coating has been applied To individual elements To minimize ghosting and flare for greater contrast and color neutrality when working in strong lighting conditions.
• A ring-type Ultrasonic Motor (USM), along with an internal focusing system, is employed To deliver fast, precise, and quiet autofocus performance as well as full-time manual focus override.
• Rounded seven-blade diaphragm contributes To a pleasing out of focus quality that benefits the use of shallow depth of field and Selective focus techniques.
• As a member of the esteemed L-series, this lens is sealed against dust and moisture for working in inclement environmental conditions.
• In addition To the front 77mm filter ring, this lens also has a rear filter holder for up To three cut gel filters.

Canon EF 200-400mm f4L IS USM Extender 1.4x Overview

A long-reaching zoom characterized by its versatility, the EF 200-400mm f4L IS USM Extender 1.4x from Canon is a medium To super-telephoto distinguished by its unique optical design and fast performance. Featuring a built-in 1.4x extender, you can quickly and intuitively switch between the native 200-400mm f4 setting and an effective 280-560mm f5.6 for greater reach. Benefitting this unique design is a sophisticated optical layout, which includes one fluorite element and four ultra-low dispersion elements To control chromatic aberrations and color fringing for increased clarity. A Super Spectra coating has also been applied To individual elements To reduce lens flare and ghosting for greater color accuracy and contrast when working in bright or backlit conditions.

Beyond the optical attributes, this 200-400mm f4 is also characterized by its advanced four stop-effective Image Stabilizer system, which has three separate stabilization modes To suit various shooting applications. Also complementing handling is a sophisticated ring-type USM, which provides quick, quiet, and accurate autofocus performance along with full-time manual focus override. Additionally, this lens is weather-sealed for use in trying environmental conditions and it has a removable rotating tripod collar To benefit working atop a tripod or monopod.

Super telephoto zoom is designed for full-frame Canon EF-mount DSLRs, however can also be used with APS-C models where it provides a 320-640mm equivalent focal length.

Built-in 1.4x extender allows you To instantly extend your reach To 280-560mm (or 448-896mm equivalent with APS-C cameras) simply by flipping the left-hand switch. Since the extender is integrated within the lens housing, it is optically matched To the lens for improved imaging performance and also fully maintains the lens weather sealing.

Constant f4 maximum aperture, without the teleconverter in position, offers consistent illumination throughout the zoom Range. When the 1.4x teleconverter is engaged, the maximum aperture is effectively f5.6.

One fluorite element and four ultra-low dispersion elements are used To greatly reduce color fringing and chromatic aberrations in order To achieve greater clarity and color accuracy.

Super Spectra coating has been applied To individual elements To minimize ghosting and flare for greater contrast and color neutrality when working in strong lighting conditions.

An Optical Image Stabilizer helps To minimize the appearance of camera shake by up To four shutter speed stops To better enable working in low-light conditions and with slower shutter speeds. Three distinct IS modes are available: standard single-shot mode, a panning-optimized mode, and a mode that only activates the Image Stabilizer during the exposure.

A ring-type Ultrasonic Motor (USM), along with optimized focusing algorithms and a high-speed CPU, is employed To deliver fast, precise, and quiet autofocus performance as well as full-time manual focus override.

Focus Preset function is available To quickly recall a programmed focusing position.

Focus Limiter switch lets you constrain the focusing To different Ranges for faster performance To suit different applications.

A Power Focus setting is available, and allows you To electronically and smoothly adjust your focus position To suit video recording. This setting utilizes a dedicated ring in front of the main focusing ring and allows you To use one of two different focusing speeds.

Rounded nine-blade diaphragm contributes To a pleasing out of focus quality that benefits the use of shallow depth of field and Selective focus techniques.

As a member of the esteemed L-series, this lens is sealed against dust and moisture for working in inclement environmental conditions.

Fluorine-coating on exposed elements affords protection To the optical system, resists smudging and fingerprints, and is easier To clean.

Removable rotating tripod collar is included and benefits working with the lens atop a tripod or monopod.

Compatible with optional EF 1.4X and EF 2X teleconverters.