Canon has just officially announced the new EF-S 35mm F2.8 Macro IS STM lens for APS-C bodies. It is a stabilized standard prime lens designed for close-up work with a minimum focus distance of 30cm and 1:1 magnification.
This new lens costs $349, available for pre-order at Amazon/ B&H/ Adorama.
The new Canon EF-S 35mm f/2.8 Macro IS STM captures stunning images and is a terrific companion lens for entry-level users eager to expand beyond their existing Canon EOS DSLR kit lens. Capable of shooting as close as 30mm from the end of the lens to the subject, aspiring photographers can get up close to a fruit or flower for an entirely new perspective, while capturing high-quality images with beautiful background blur. Additional technologies built into the new Canon EF-S 35mm f/2.8 Macro IS STM lens include:
- Popular 35mm focal length (56mm equivalent) and wide f/2.8 aperture
- Hybrid IS system offers up to four stops of shake correction
- Smooth Movie Servo AF with Lead Screw-type STM ensures quiet AF operation
- Full-time Manual Focus
Detailed Specifications:
| Principal specifications | ||
|---|---|---|
| Lens type | Prime lens | |
| Max Format size | APS-C / DX | |
| Focal length | 35 mm | |
| Image stabilization | Yes (4 stops) | |
| Lens mount | Canon EF-S | |
| Aperture | ||
| Maximum aperture | F2.8 | |
| Aperture ring | No | |
| Number of diaphragm blades | 7 | |
| Optics | ||
| Elements | 10 | |
| Groups | 6 | |
| Special elements / coatings | Glass-molded aspheric element | |
| Focus | ||
| Minimum focus | 0.03 m (1.18″) | |
| Maximum magnification | 1× | |
| Autofocus | Yes | |
| Motor type | Stepper motor | |
| Full time manual | Yes | |
| Focus method | Internal | |
| Distance scale | No | |
| DoF scale | No | |
| Focus distance limiter | No | |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 190 g (0.42 lb) | |
| Diameter | 69 mm (2.72″) | |
| Length | 56 mm (2.2″) | |
| Sealing | No | |
| Colour | Black | |
| Filter thread | 49.0 mm | |
| Hood supplied | Yes | |
| Tripod collar | No | |
See also Canon EF-S 35mm F2.8 Macro IS STM Lens Sample Images
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