This lens is perfect for indoor sports photography that takes advantage of the f/2 brightness, and for portrait photography that uses the beautiful shading only possible with a large aperture lens and the nearness of the closest focusing distance (0.9m/3ft).
This lens is perfect for indoor sports photography that takes advantage of the f/2 brightness, and for portrait photography that uses the beautiful shading only possible with a large aperture lens and the nearness of the closest focusing distance (0.9m/3ft). The use of two UD elements effectively compensates for secondary spectrum and ensures sharp image quality. Light mechanical parts make this the lightest lens in its class at 750g/26.5oz A ring-type USM and rear focusing guarantee quick and quiet autofocusing and excellent performance-functionality balance makes this an easy-to-handle lens. Equipped with and Extender EF1.4xII or 2xII, it can be used for AF photography at 189mm f/2.8 and 270mm f/4. Operational ease is improved by the inclusion of full-time manual focusing which can be used in AF mode and non-rotating filter and hood mounts.
Filter size: 72mm
Maximum aperture: f/2
With ring USM motor
| Angle of View (Diagonal) | 18° |
| Angle of View (Horizontal) | 15° |
| Angle of View (Vertical) | 10° |
| Closest Focusing Distance (m, ft) | 0.9m/3.0ft |
| Construction (Groups Elements) | 8-10 |
| Diameter x Length | 82.5 x 112mm |
| Distance Scale | o |
| Drive System | Ring-type USM |
| Filter Size | 72mm |
| Maximum Magnification (x) | 0.19 |
| Minimum Aperture | 32 |
| Number of Diaphragm Blades | 8 |
| Anti-dust and Moisture | Not Supported |
| Weight | 750g |
| Accessories (Lens Cap) | E-72 II |
| Accessories (Lens Hood) | ET-78 II |
| Accessories (Lens Bag) | LP1219 |
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