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Canon EF-S 60mm f/2.8 Macro USM Lens for Canon SLR Cameras

by Canon
4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (160 customer reviews)

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  • Measures 2.9 inches in diameter and 2.8 inches long , 1-year warranty
  • Silent and powerful ring-type ultra-sonic monitor (USM) for autofocusing
  • 25-degree angle of view is equivalent to 96mm lens on 35mm camera
  • 60mm macro lens with f/2.8 maximum aperture for EOS digital SLR cameras
  • Floating optical system can focus down to life-size 1:1 magnification
  • 60mm macro lens with f/2.8 maximum aperture for EOS digital SLR cameras
  • 25-degree angle of view is equivalent to 96mm lens on 35mm camera
  • Floating optical system can focus down to life-size 1:1 magnification
  • Silent and powerful ring-type ultra-sonic monitor (USM) for autofocusing
  • Measures 2.9 inches in diameter and 2.8 inches long; 1-year warranty
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Product Details

  • Product Dimensions: 4.6 x 3.6 x 3.5 inches ; 11.7 ounces
  • Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
  • ASIN: B0007WK8KS
  • Item model number: 0284B002
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (160 customer reviews)
  • Date first available at Amazon.com: June 17, 2003

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Bring small things into full-sized view with the Canon EF 60mm macro USM lens. Macro lenses can uncover detail that would be impossible to detect by the eye and give new perspective to extremely minute subjects such as insects or the petals of a small flower, and this lens is no exception. The 60mm lens offers an angle of view that's equivalent to a 96mm lens on a 35mm camera, along with a floating optical system that can focus down to life-size 1:1 magnification. The inner focusing system, meanwhile, is driven by a silent and powerful ring-type ultra-sonic monitor (USM), meaning the lens's overall length never changes during focus. Ultimately, the multi-purpose lens is equally at home shooting macro shots, portraits, or available-light photos. Like all Canon EF-S lenses, this lens is restricted to the EOS 20D, EOS Digital Rebel, and EOS Digital Rebel XT cameras.

  • Focal length: 60mm
  • Maximum aperture: 1:2.8
  • Lens construction: 12 elements in 8 groups
  • Diagonal angle of view: 25 degrees
  • Focus adjustment: Manual
  • Closest focusing distance: 0.65 feet
  • Filter size: 52mm
  • Dimensions: 2.9 inches in diameter, 2.8 inches long
  • Weight: 11.8 ounces

Product Description

  • 60mm macro lens with f/2.8 maximum aperture for EOS digital SLR cameras
  • 25-degree angle of view is equivalent to 96mm lens on 35mm camera
  • Floating optical system can focus down to life-size 1:1 magnification
  • Silent and powerful ring-type ultra-sonic monitor (USM) for autofocusing
  • Measures 2.9 inches in diameter and 2.8 inches long; 1-year warranty
  • Measures 2.9 inches in diameter and 2.8 inches long , 1-year warranty

  • Customer Reviews

    It produces very sharp photos, and works great for a semi-telphoto lens and close up portraits. Adam Dickerson  |  61 reviewers made a similar statement
    Build wise it feels like a high quality product. L. Milaychev  |  20 reviewers made a similar statement
    Most Helpful Customer Reviews
    230 of 231 people found the following review helpful
    5.0 out of 5 stars Sharp and Light April 27, 2006
    Amazon Verified Purchase
    This was one of the first lenses that I purchased with my Rebel XT. Now after taking several thousand pictures with it I can honestly say it was well worth the cost. I very rarely have any unsharp pictures with this lens unless it is my own fault by trying to use too slow of a shutter speed without a tripod.

    I also have the 180mm f/3.5L Macro Lens, which costs about 3 times more than this lens, and although it is very clear and the extra reach is nice at times especially since it can be used with both the 1.4X and 2X TC's, it is very difficult to use inside without a tripod. The 60mm can be handheld if needed with very good results even if you have to bump your ISO up a little to do so.

    I have also used this lens for both inside and outside portrait work with very nice results.

    All-in-all, given it's small size and light weight I very rarely leave this lens behind when I go out because you never know when you might see a great macro shot.
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    148 of 152 people found the following review helpful
    5.0 out of 5 stars Top-Notch June 3, 2007
    I once thought that macro lenses were too specialized and that I would seldom need something so fine that I could photograph the segments in an insect's eye. That was until I bought this lens.

    I use it with a Canon 20D. My other lenses include the 17-85 IS zoom (versatile range but slow and not sharp), the 70-200mm f2.8L non-IS zoom (great for those moderate telephoto needs), and a 50mm f1.8 prime (very good for the price). But the 60mm is now my favorite lens, by a large margin. It's on my camera all the time, and the other lenses spend most of their time in the bag.

    It's very sharp; it's not heavy or conspicuous, and it handles fine macro photography or standard walking-around work (though not useful for wider angles).

    It's a little unfortunate that it doesn't come with a hood - Canon must make a fortune selling those hoods at the prices they charge. I'm probably going to have to buy a hood or hope somebody sees it on my Amazon wish list. It also doesn't come with a case, but if you're keeping the lens in a decent camera bag you don't need a case for the lens.

    More important than a hood is some kind of support for camera if you're doing any serious macro photography. With the lens wide open at f2.8 and the subject close to the lens you will only have about 1/4 inch (2-3 mm) of depth-of-field. Your breathing can move the camera enough to ruin your composition or knock the subject out of focus. So I'd suggest investing in some kind of small tripod or a bean bag or something to help hold it still. Of course, you can also boost the ISO and thereby get away with a faster shutter speed, but that's at the expense of a slight loss in quality. Depending on how your pictures are being used, that may or may not be important.
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    214 of 231 people found the following review helpful
    4.0 out of 5 stars Macro and Portrait in ONE lens! September 25, 2005
    By TheTeh
    4 starts because otherwise 5 stars is inevitable:
    1) Slow autofocus (hunt at times) but is to be expected of a macro lens.
    2) built quality not as solid as expected at this price range.

    I bought this lens instead for two purpose: Macro and Portrait! I was thinking of buying the 100mm macro plus 85mm f1.8 but this lens saves me buying two lenses! I have been very happy with it as what it is. I don't do flying insects very much so it is not a problem but that said I was able to get 1:1 shot of a fly, see sample here:
    [..]

    There are other samples in this gallery here:
    [...]

    The large aperture (F2.8) means that one could have shallow DOF and great for low light such as this pic:
    [...]

    For portrait, I accidentally took this photo during the London Bombing of a women 'Shocked' by the incident unfolding in the public TV display. It was a coincident that her background inmage was the winning Reuter's photo of Tsunami tragedy and the matching colour of their dresses! I was quite far away so was able to capture her from head to toe:
    [...]

    This illustrate the capability of both macro and normal photography using this lens. You will not regret it unless your primary aim is to shoot flying insets where longer 100mm or 150mm macro lenses may be needed in this case.
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    Most Recent Customer Reviews
    4.0 out of 5 stars Nice lens
    I can't complain too much about this lens. It is definitely not L-glass and not something I would rely on solely. I have gotten a couple of beautiful portraits out of it.
    Published 2 days ago by Curtis and Korissa Duff
    5.0 out of 5 stars Superb Macro Lens
    This is a brilliant lens. The optics are beautiful and the build is sturdy. After receiving this lens, it has stayed on my DSLR 90% of the time. It is brilliant and the f/2. Read more
    Published 10 days ago by Marshall Steeves
    5.0 out of 5 stars The best macro lens for cropped factor cameras
    I am an orthodontic specialized. I take dozens of intraoral photos every day and this lens is my working mule. It's perfect for macro, fast and sharp! Read more
    Published 11 days ago by Loizou Andreas
    5.0 out of 5 stars Was a gift
    The couple I gave it to love it. They started using it the day they got it. It is a quality product and the price was very reasonable.
    Published 16 days ago by Barbara Hobson
    5.0 out of 5 stars multi tasking 60mm Macro
    This lens was all that was expected for Macro with very clear shots. Then used as if standard lens to do general photo shooting. Read more
    Published 24 days ago by Mary Nelson
    5.0 out of 5 stars Best Lens I own
    I use this as my standard everyday lens. very versatile, pretty compact. Ultra fast and you can get sooooooo close! Love it!
    Published 1 month ago by Shopaholic1971
    5.0 out of 5 stars Canon EF-S 60mm f/2.8 Macro Lens
    I have wanted a macro lens and finally treated myself to this one. I love the ease of use and the pictures it allows me to take are AMAZING!!! Read more
    Published 1 month ago by Janice Watson
    5.0 out of 5 stars great lens
    this is my first prime lens, and i love it! takes great photos, I use it for macro and even portraits.
    Published 1 month ago by ka'a
    5.0 out of 5 stars Several months in, and still loving it
    I spent a long time debating between the Canon macro lenses (50 vs 60 mm especially) and was close to being swayed by price until I read some consumer reviews comparing these two... Read more
    Published 1 month ago by New Aunt
    5.0 out of 5 stars 2 lens in one
    I love this lens! Excellent macro and a badass portrait lens. I'm glad I made my purchase. I highly recommend this lens.
    Published 1 month ago by tawan gregorio
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