> According to Canon USA, the near focus distance for
the 100/2.8
> EF macro is
> 12" and for the newer USM version is 5.9"
> 12" = 30.48 cm and 5.9" = 14.986 cm.
> --
> regards,
> Henry Posner
> Director of Sales and Training
> B&H Photo-Video, and Pro-Audio Inc.
> http://www.bhphotovideo.com
This is odd. On the basis of near focussing distance
alone, the older non-USM 100/2.8 Macro seems gobs more
attractive then the newer USM version.
To be able to get full 1:1 magnification at 12" is
definitely a lot more desirable than the same at 5.9".
Think of all the butterflies you wouldn't scare away!
Think of the increased working distance to allow for
lighting equipment, etc.
Am I missing something here?
Cian
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