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Canon EF 135mm f/2L USM
92 PixelMeter Score 10 reviews

Pros Pros
  • Exceptional optical sharpness and image quality
  • Fast, quiet, and accurate autofocus performance
  • Beautiful, high-quality bokeh for subject isolation
  • Durable L-series build quality in a compact, ergonomic package
  • Excellent value for money
Cons Cons
  • Poor flare resistance and contrast issues with bright lights
  • Minor mechanical and design limitations
  • Significant vignetting when shooting wide open
  • Absence of image stabilization
  • Lack of weather sealing

Launch price Launch price $1,070
Focal length & aperture Focal length & aperture 135mm f/2
Mount & coverage Mount & coverage Canon EF · Full-Frame
Stabilization Stabilization None
Close focus Close focus 90 cm (0.2x)
Filter thread Filter thread 72mm
Autofocus motor Autofocus motor Ultrasonic
Weight & size Weight & size 750g (1 lb 10.5 oz) · 82.5 x 112 mm (3.25 x 4.41 in)

Announcement date Announcement date April 1, 1996
Launch MSRP Launch MSRP $1,070
Lens mount Lens mount Canon EF
Image circle coverage Image circle coverage Full-Frame
Lens line / series Lens line / series L-series

Elements Elements 10
Groups Groups 8

Focal length (wide) Focal length (wide) 135mm
Max aperture Max aperture f/2
Minimum aperture Minimum aperture f/32
Diaphragm blades Diaphragm blades 8

Diagonal angle of view Diagonal angle of view 18°

Autofocus motor Autofocus motor Ultrasonic
Minimum focus distance Minimum focus distance 90 cm
Maximum magnification Maximum magnification 0.2x

Optical stabilization (OIS) Optical stabilization (OIS) No

Weight Weight 750g (1 lb 10.5 oz)
Maximum diameter Maximum diameter 82.5mm (3.25 in)
Length Length 112mm (4.41 in)
Filter thread Filter thread 72mm
Weather sealing Weather sealing None