When comparing Canon EF 200mm f/2.8L II USM and SLR Magic Anamorphot-CINE 35mm T2.4 2x, which one is better?
When it comes to minimum focusing distance, that is how close to the subject the lens can focus, SLR Magic Anamorphot-CINE 35mm T2.4 2x is the winner with a minimum focusing distance of 110 cm. This can be compared with the minimum focusing distance of 145 cm for Canon EF 200mm f/2.8L II USM.
Winner: SLR Magic Anamorphot-CINE 35mm T2.4 2x
Regarding minimum focusing distance: The lens's minimum focusing distance determines how close you can photograph your subject, such as a face or an animal. If the minimum focusing distance is 50 cm then you cannot get closer to your subject than 50 cm. Macro lenses often have a very low minimum focusing distance so that you can take close-up shots (macro photography).
Full specifications table of SLR Magic Anamorphot-CINE 35mm T2.4 2x and Canon EF 200mm f/2.8L II USM:
SLR Magic Anamorphot-CINE 35mm T2.4 2x | Canon EF 200mm f/2.8L II USM | |
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Brand | SLR Magic | Canon |
Year | Missing | 1996 |
Weight | Missing | 765 g |
Mount | Canon EF | Canon EF |
Focal Length | 35 mm | 200 mm |
Largest Aperture | 2.4 | 2.8 |
Anamorphic Lens | Yes | No |
Minimum Focusing Distance | 110 cm | 145 cm |
Type | Prime | Prime |
Filter Thread | Missing | 72 |
Stabilization | Missing | No |
Covers a Full Frame Sensor? | Missing | Yes |