Canon Macro Lens Review

Macro photography is all about the art of the perfect close up. Few other photography disciplines are as demanding as macro. The technical setup must be flawless, or else the image will have glaring aesthetic issues that even the best composition can't cover up. Macro photography is not for the sloppy.

This precision also carries over into the equipment. A macro lens must be sharp, focus very reliable, and have fast, high quality optics. Fortunately for macro photography enthusiasts everywhere, Canon makes such lenses. Buy purchasing a Canon macro lens, you can be sure that you're getting all these qualities in a lens, and more.

One such lens is the Canon EF 100mm F2.8 USM Macro Lens. With its ideal focal length, fast optics, and superior optical quality, this lens is more than just a great macro lens. It is also an ideal portrait lens for 35mm, and a short telephoto for digital SLRs with a crop factor. A great all around lens that can often be found at a bargain.

So, if you need to get up close and personal with your subjects, a Canon macro lens is never a bad bet if you have a Canon SLR. Check them out, and I'm sure you'll be pleased.