A superior-performance lens offering excellent optics and focusing from infinity down to one-half life size (0.5x). Its nine-element design features a floating optical system, which ensures top-notch performance even at close focusing distances.
Light and compact, it functions beautifully as a general-purpose normal lens. The optional accessory Life Size Converter EF enables focusing down to life size (1:1), and actually increases working distance - very desireable in close-up shooting.
Specifications
| Construction | 8 groups / 9 elements |
| Angle of view | 46° |
| F stop range | 2.5-32 |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 0.23m / 0.8 ft. (film plane to subject) |
| Maximum Magnification | 1:2 (1:1 with lifesize converter EF) |
| Filter Size | 52mm |
| Dimensions (Length x Diameter) | 2.7" x 2.5" / 67.6 x 63.0mm |
| Weight | 9.9 oz. / 280g |