Canon's newest "L" series lens is its 
first mid-telephoto macro lens to include Canon's sophisticated Image 
Stabilization. With the highest quality optics available, combined with 
near-silent Ultrasonic focusing and life-size close-up capabilities 
without an adapter, the EF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM is simply 
unrivalled.
This is the first lens on the market to incorporate Canon's new 
Hybrid Image Stabilization Technology. Hybrid IS effectively compensates
 for both angular and shift camera shake during close-up shooting. The 
lens was developed to expand users' photographing range and allow a 
wider range of users to easily enjoy macro photography.
