The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Leica SL 100mm F2.8 and the Canon RF 100mm F2.8L Macro IS for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison
The size of a lens is a crucial factor to consider when comparing two lenses. Canon RF 100mm F2.8L Macro IS is the longer of the two lenses at 148mm. The Leica SL 100mm F2.8 with a length of 137mm, is 11mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Canon RF 100mm F2.8L Macro IS also has a larger diameter of 82mm compared to the Leica SL 100mm F2.8's 77mm diameter.
The weight of a lens is equally significant as its external dimensions, particularly if you intend to handhold your camera and lens combination for extended periods. Canon RF 100mm F2.8L Macro IS weighs 730g, 8% (71g) lighter than the Leica SL 100mm F2.8's weight of 801g.
Filter Threads
Both the Leica SL 100mm F2.8 and the Canon RF 100mm F2.8L Macro IS have the same Filter thread size of 67mm.
Below are links to the 67mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
The Leica SL 100mm F2.8 has the Leica L lens mount whereas the Canon RF 100mm F2.8L Macro IS has the Canon RF lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Leica SL3-P, Panasonic S1 II and Panasonic S1 IIE for the Leica L Mount and Canon R6 V, Canon R6 III and Canon C50 for the Canon RF Mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
100mm and the fastest aperture of
F2.8.
