Samyang 100mm f/2.8 Macro Lens
The Samyang 100mm f/2.8 Macro is a 100mm f/2.8 lens designed for Canon EF, Nikon F, Sony E, Micro Four Thirds mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
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Lens Overview — Samyang 100mm f/2.8 Macro
Key Features — Samyang 100mm f/2.8 Macro
1:1 Macro Magnification: Reproduces subjects at true life-size on the sensor, making it suitable for detailed close-up work with insects, flowers, and small objects.
100mm Telephoto Focal Length: Provides a comfortable working distance from the subject, reducing the risk of disturbing small subjects or casting shadows during macro shooting.
f/2.8 Maximum Aperture: Wide maximum aperture for a dedicated macro lens, allowing background separation and usable light in controlled shooting environments.
Full-Frame Coverage: Designed for full-frame sensors, so it can be used on both full-frame and crop-sensor bodies without vignetting on either.
Manual Focus Design: Dedicated manual focus ring gives photographers precise, deliberate control over focus placement — particularly useful for exacting macro work.
Multiple Mount Options: Available in Canon EF, Nikon F, Sony E, and Micro Four Thirds mounts, covering a wide range of DSLR and mirrorless camera systems.
Lens Specifications — Samyang 100mm f/2.8 Macro
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Macro |
| Lens Type | Macro |
| Format | Full Frame |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 100mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.8 |
| Lens Mount | Canon EF, Nikon F, Sony E, Micro Four Thirds |
| Autofocus | No |
| Focus Type | Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Filter Thread | 67mm |
| Weight | 770g |
Description — Samyang 100mm f/2.8 Macro
The Samyang 100mm f/2.8 Macro is a manual focus prime lens built around a fixed 100mm focal length and a f/2.8 maximum aperture, designed specifically for macro and close-up photography. It carries a Full Frame image circle designation, making it compatible with full-frame sensor bodies without vignetting, while also functioning on crop-sensor cameras. The lens is offered across four distinct mount options — Canon EF, Nikon F, Sony E, and Micro Four Thirds — providing genuine flexibility for photographers working with different systems.
With a 67mm filter thread, it accepts a wide range of commonly available filters. At 770g, it is a solidly built lens with real presence in the hand. There is no image stabilization on board, and focusing is entirely manual, so steady technique and deliberate operation are part of the shooting experience.
For photographers who prefer full manual control and want a dedicated telephoto macro prime that works across multiple camera ecosystems, this Samyang offers a multi-mount solution at a fixed 100mm focal length.
Pros — Samyang 100mm f/2.8 Macro
- ✓Wide f/2.8 maximum aperture for a macro prime at 100mm focal length
- ✓Full-frame coverage (lensFormat: Full Frame) means no crop-factor vignetting on any compatible body
- ✓Broad mount compatibility: Canon EF, Nikon F, Sony E, and Micro Four Thirds
Cons — Samyang 100mm f/2.8 Macro
- ✗Manual focus only — no autofocus support, which demands precise technique especially in macro work
- ✗No image stabilization, making handheld shooting at macro distances more challenging
- ✗At 770g, the lens is relatively heavy, which may cause fatigue during extended handheld sessions
Reviews — Samyang 100mm f/2.8 Macro
Videos — Samyang 100mm f/2.8 Macro
Samyang 100mm f/2.8 ED UMC Macro lens review with samples (Full-frame and APS-C) — Christopher Frost