This lens´s most prominent feature is its outstanding portability. The rear focus system delivers sharp, clear images starting with the maximum aperture. The rapid, quiet, and accurate autofocusing is complemented by a full-time manual focus for subtle adjustments. When taking portraits even such fine adjustment as moving the focus from the tips of the eyelashes to the eye itself is possible, creating a subtle yet definite change in expressive tone. The natural soft blur effect is very attractive, and the lens´s operability is outstanding, with a constant lens length as well as a non-rotating front lens group to make using circular polarizing filters even easier.
- Filter size: 58mm
- Max aperture: f/1.8
- With ring USM motor
| Angle of View (Diagonal) | 28°30’ |
| Angle of View (Horizontal) | 24° |
| Angle of View (Vertical) | 16° |
| Closest Focusing Distance (m, ft) | 0.85/2.8 |
| Construction (Groups Elements) | 7-9 |
| Diameter x Length (mm) (Approx.) | 75 x 71.5 |
| Distance Scale | o |
| Drive System | Ring-type USM |
| Filter Size (mm) | 58 |
| Max. Magnification (x) | 0.13 |
| Min. Aperture | 22 |
| No. of Diaphragm Blades | 8 |
| Anti-dust and Moisture | Not Supported |
| Weight (g) (Approx.) | 425 |
| Accessories (Lens Cap) | E-58 II |
| Accessories (Lens Hood) | ET-65 III |
| Accessories (Lens Bag) | LP1014 |
