- FX coverage
- Autofocus (in-lens focus motor), internal focus
- 14 elements in 11 groups, 3 aspherical, 2 ED elements, nano coating
- 9-blade rounded aperture diaphragm
- smallest aperture is f/22
- no filter ring
- 11" (0.28m) minimum focus; 1:6.6 maximum reproduction ratio
- 5.2 x 3.8" (131.5 x 98mm) long, diameter
- 34.2 ounces (969g) weight
- built-in petal lens hood, CL-M3 soft case, caps
- weather sealed
- US$2000
- Model Number 2163
- Announced August 2007