
Top performer
2 of 2 people found this review helpful.
I love this lens. It has a solid fit to the camera (I used a 20D and now a 40D with it), tight fitting lens hood, and overall solid construction. Being a prime lens, the focus ring is the only moving part.
I find the focusing to be fast, especially compared to the 50mm Macro, and being USM it is near silent. It can focus very close, and produces excellent sharpness and contrast. This is a great lens and I wouldn't hesitate to purchase it again for a crop sensor camera. The only downside is inherent to the focal length - you must be very close for 1:1 macro shots, and the background isn't as blurred as the 100mm or 180mm macro lenses would be. That said, it doubles as an excellent portrait lens and it perfect for product shots (or for selling stuff on eBay!).
Love it!
Review ID: 10000000011627228

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