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Canon EF-S6028MU 60mm F2.8 Macro Lens APS-C

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Explore the Microscopic World with Stunning Clarity Introducing the Canon EF-S 60mm f/2.8 Macro USM APS-C Lens, a compact and lightweight macro lens designed to capture the beauty of the small world with exceptional detail. Ideal for close-up photography of flowers, insects, and other small subj...

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Overview

Explore the Microscopic World with Stunning Clarity

Introducing the Canon EF-S 60mm f/2.8 Macro USM APS-C Lens, a compact and lightweight macro lens designed to capture the beauty of the small world with exceptional detail. Ideal for close-up photography of flowers, insects, and other small subjects, this lens delivers vibrant colors and stunning clarity.

  • Brand: Canon
  • Model: EF-S6028MU
  • Type: Single Focus Macro Lens
  • Mount: Canon EF-S
  • Focal Length: 60mm
  • Aperture: f/2.8
  • Focusing Motor: Ring USM (Ultrasonic Motor)
  • Minimum Working Distance: 90mm
  • Equivalent Focal Length (35mm format): 96mm
  • Focus System: Inner Focus
  • Manual Focus: Full-time Manual Focus

Key Features

Manufacturer's part number: EF-S6028MU 12 pieces of eight groups: Lens Construction Shooting distance range: 0.2m ~ ∞ Maximum magnification: 1 times (February 2005) EOS 20D, EOS 20Da, EOS Kiss Digital N, EOS Kiss Digital Compatible Models:

Specifications

Brand
Canon
Model Name
EF-S6028MU
Focal Length
60mm
Maximum Aperture
F2.8
Lens Type
Macro Lens
Lens Construction
12 pieces of eight groups
Shooting Distance Range
0.2m ~ ∞
Maximum Magnification
1 times
Compatible Mount
Canon EF-S (for APS-C sensors)
Compatible Models
EOS 20D, EOS 20Da, EOS Kiss Digital N, EOS Kiss Digital

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • This Canon EF-S 60mm F2.8 Macro Lens allows for true 1:1 macro photography, capturing subjects at life-size magnification.
  • The 60mm focal length provides a natural perspective, making it suitable for portraits and general photography in addition to macro.
  • With an aperture of F2.8, this lens can produce beautiful background blur (bokeh) and performs well in lower light conditions.
  • Its lens construction of 12 elements in 8 groups contributes to sharp and clear image quality.
  • Designed for APS-C sensors, it offers a wider field of view equivalent to approximately 96mm on a full-frame camera.

👎 Cons

  • This lens is specifically designed for Canon's APS-C (EF-S mount) cameras and is not compatible with full-frame EOS cameras.
  • The fixed focal length of 60mm means there is no zoom capability, requiring the photographer to move to frame shots.
  • There is no mention of image stabilization, which could be a factor in low light or when shooting handheld at close distances.
  • The maximum magnification is specified as 1x, which is excellent for macro but means it cannot achieve magnifications greater than life-size.
  • The lens construction details are provided, but information regarding specialized elements like aspherical or UD glass is not specified.

Frequently Asked Questions

This lens is designed for Canon cameras with APS-C sensors (EF-S mount), not for full-frame cameras.
Yes, the Canon EF-S 60mm F2.8 Macro Lens is capable of a maximum magnification of 1x, which is true life-size macro photography.
The product features do not mention any built-in image stabilization for this Canon EF-S 60mm F2.8 Macro Lens.
The shooting distance range for this lens starts at 0.2 meters (20 centimeters) from the subject.
This is a fixed 60mm focal length lens, meaning it does not zoom and requires physical movement to adjust framing.

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