The Canon EF 135mm f/2 L USM is a highly acclaimed telephoto prime lens, celebrated for its superb optical quality and fast f/2 aperture. It delivers exceptional sharpness, high contrast, and stunningly smooth, creamy bokeh, making it a favourite for cinematic portraits and interviews. The ring-type USM provides swift and quiet autofocus. Its robust, weather-sealed L-series construction ensures reliability, offering a classic telephoto perspective with remarkable subject isolation and low-light performance.
Overview
- Highly acclaimed telephoto prime lens
- Fast f/2 aperture for low light and shallow depth of field
- Exceptional sharpness and high contrast
- Stunningly smooth, creamy bokeh
- Swift and quiet ring-type USM autofocus
- Ideal for cinematic portraits, interviews, and isolated subjects
- Robust, weather-sealed L-series construction
- Classic telephoto perspective
Legendary Portrait Lens
Widely regarded as one of Canon’s best prime lenses for portraits, known for its ability to beautifully separate subjects from backgrounds with creamy, pleasing bokeh.
Fast f/2 Aperture
Provides excellent low-light performance and allows for significant creative control over depth of field, enabling a highly cinematic look with extreme subject isolation.
Outstanding Sharpness
Delivers razor-sharp images with excellent micro-contrast, ensuring fine details pop against the blurred background.
Quick & Quiet Autofocus
The ring-type USM provides very fast and accurate autofocus, making it reliable for tracking subjects, even in challenging conditions.
Minimal Distortion
Known for its extremely well-controlled distortion and chromatic aberrations, resulting in clean and aesthetically pleasing images.
Excellent for Interviews
The 135mm focal length offers a flattering compression for faces, making it a fantastic choice for sit-down interviews where subject isolation is desired.