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Canon EF 135mm F2L USM

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Canon EF 135mm F2L USM

Focal length
135 mm
Aperture
f/2
Weight
750 g
Filter diameter
72 mm
Min. focus distance
90 cm
Length
112 mm
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At a Glance

This 135 mm prime with an f/2 aperture is made for full-frame Canon EF. The wide opening allows shorter shutter times in dim light and a shallow depth of field. That makes it a fit for portraits, sports and events. It weighs 750 g, focuses down to 90 cm and is compatible with teleconverters.

Good for

  • Portraits
  • Sports
  • Events

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Technical Specifications

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Min. focal length
135 mm
Max. focal length
135 mm
Max. aperture (min. zoom)
f/2
Max. aperture (max. zoom)
f/2
Min. aperture
f/32
Elements
10
Groups
8
Weight
750 g (1.65 lb)
Filter diameter
72 mm
Min. focus distance
90 cm (35.43 in)
Max. magnification
1:5.3 (0.19×)
Length
112 mm (4.41 in)
Diameter
82.5 mm (3.25 in)
Released
April 1996

Manufacturer data: global.canon

Last checked: October 13, 2026 (against the manufacturer data) · How we check

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Compare with other lenses

Which cameras does the Canon EF 135mm F2L USM fit?

The Canon EF 135mm F2L USM is a full-frame lens for Canon EF cameras. On full-frame bodies it uses the whole sensor; on APS-C Canon EF cameras its field of view equals 216 mm in full-frame terms.

Canon EF cameras

Full frame:
Canon EOS-1D X Mark III,Canon EOS 6D Mark II,Canon EOS-1D X Mark II,Canon EOS 5D Mark IV,Canon EOS 5Ds,Canon EOS 5Ds R,Canon EOS 5D Mark III,Canon EOS 6D,Canon EOS-1D C,Canon EOS-1D X,Canon EOS 5D Mark II
APS-C:
Canon EOS 850D (Rebel T8i),Canon EOS 90D,Canon EOS 250D (Rebel SL3),Canon EOS 4000D (3000D, Rebel T100),Canon EOS 2000D (1500D, Rebel T7),Canon EOS 800D (Rebel T7i),Canon EOS 77D,Canon EOS 200D (Rebel SL2),Canon EOS 80D,Canon EOS 1300D (Rebel T6),Canon EOS 750D (Rebel T6i),Canon EOS 760D (Rebel T6s),Canon EOS 7D Mark II,Canon EOS 1200D (Rebel T5),Canon EOS 70D,Canon EOS 700D (Rebel T5i),Canon EOS 100D (Rebel SL1),Canon EOS 650D (Rebel T4i),Canon EOS 60Da,Canon EOS 600D (Rebel T3i),Canon EOS 1100D (Rebel T3),Canon EOS 550D (Rebel T2i),Canon EOS 60D,Canon EOS 7D,Canon EOS 500D (Rebel T1i),Canon EOS 50D,Canon EOS 450D (Rebel XSi),Canon EOS 1000D (Rebel XS)

With the Canon Mount Adapter EF-EOS R the lens can also be used on Canon RF cameras.

With the Canon Mount Adapter EF-EOS M the lens can also be used on Canon EF-M cameras.

Canon EF 135mm F2L USM compared

Key specs side by side with the most similar Canon EF lenses.

LensCanon EF 135mm F2L USMSigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM ArtCanon EF 135mm F2.8 SFSamyang / Rokinon 135mm F2.0 ED UMC
Focal length135 mm135 mm135 mm135 mm
Max. aperturef/2f/1.8f/2.8f/2
Weight750 g1,130 g390 g830 g
Filter diameter72 mm82 mm52 mm77 mm
Min. focus distance90 cm87.5 cm130 cm80 cm
Length112 mm115 mm98.4 mm122.1 mm
Autofocusyesyesyesno
Image stabilizationnononono
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Canon EF 135mm F2L USM: FAQ

Does the Canon EF 135mm F2L USM have autofocus?

Yes, the Canon EF 135mm F2L USM has autofocus.

Does the Canon EF 135mm F2L USM have image stabilization?

No, the Canon EF 135mm F2L USM has no stabilization of its own. On cameras with in-body image stabilization (IBIS) the image is still stabilized.

How much does the Canon EF 135mm F2L USM weigh?

The Canon EF 135mm F2L USM weighs 750 g. It is 112 mm long with a diameter of 82.5 mm.

What filter size does the Canon EF 135mm F2L USM use?

The Canon EF 135mm F2L USM takes 72 mm screw-in filters.

How close can the Canon EF 135mm F2L USM focus?

The minimum focus distance of the Canon EF 135mm F2L USM is 90 cm, measured from the sensor plane.

Is the Canon EF 135mm F2L USM a full-frame lens?

Yes, the Canon EF 135mm F2L USM covers full frame. On APS-C cameras its field of view equals 216 mm in full-frame terms.

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