The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the TTArtisan 100mm f2.8 Macro 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. TTArtisan 100mm f2.8 Macro is the longer of the two lenses at 165mm. The Canon RF 100mm F2.8L Macro IS with a length of 148mm, is 17mm shorter. On the other hand, the Canon RF 100mm F2.8L Macro IS has a larger diameter of 82mm compared to the TTArtisan 100mm f2.8 Macro'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, 2% (18g) lighter than the TTArtisan 100mm f2.8 Macro's weight of 748g.
Filter Threads
Both the TTArtisan 100mm f2.8 Macro 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
Both the TTArtisan 100mm f2.8 Macro and the Canon RF 100mm F2.8L Macro IS has the same Canon RF lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Canon RF lenses are Canon R6 V, Canon R6 III and Canon C50.
TTArtisan 100mm f2.8 Macro is also available in the Sony E , Nikon Z, Leica L and Fujifilm X mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
100mm and the fastest aperture of
F2.8.