Best macro lenses for the Canon EOS R6
5 macro lenses that fit the Canon EOS R6 (Canon RF mount) — true close-up magnification for detail work. Sorted brightest-aperture first; every spec from the manufacturer's catalog.
Start with the Canon RF 24mm f/1.8 Macro IS STM. At f/1.8 it is the brightest of the 5 macro Canon RF lenses that fit the Canon EOS R6 — the full comparison is below.
Showing 5 of 5 lenses
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| Focal | Lens | Buy | Max aperture | Weight | Filter | Type | Coverage | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24mm | Canon RF 24mm f/1.8 Macro IS STM | See price on Amazon | f/1.8 | 270 g | 52mm | prime | Full-frame | Wide-angleAstrophotographyStreetMacro |
| 35mm | Canon RF 35mm f/1.8 Macro IS STM | See price on Amazon | f/1.8 | 305 g | 52mm | prime | Full-frame | StreetEverydayMacro |
| 85mm | Canon RF 85mm f/2 Macro IS STM | See price on Amazon | f/2 | 500 g | 67mm | prime | Full-frame | PortraitMacroBudget |
| 100mm | Canon RF 100mm f/2.8 L Macro IS USM | See price on Amazon | f/2.8 | 685 g | 67mm | prime | Full-frame | MacroPortrait |
| 100mm | Laowa 100mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APOMF | See price on Amazon | f/2.8 | 650 g | — | prime | Full-frame | MacroPortrait |
One limit of this table: it lists only Canon RF lenses that mount natively on the Canon EOS R6 — lenses fitted through an adapter are not included here. See which mounts adapt to which.
Weight & weather sealing on the Canon EOS R6
On long approaches the decision is often made by weight, not aperture. Manufacturer-published weights for 5 of the 5 lenses above:
| Lens | Weight | Weather sealing |
|---|---|---|
| Canon RF 24mm f/1.8 Macro IS STM | 270g | None claimed |
| Canon RF 35mm f/1.8 Macro IS STM | 305g | None claimed |
| Canon RF 85mm f/2 Macro IS STM | 500g | None claimed |
| Laowa 100mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO | 650g | None claimed (Laowa publishes 650g for RF/Z/FE mounts) |
| Canon RF 100mm f/2.8 L Macro IS USM | 685g | Weather-sealed |
Packing light? The lightest here is the Canon RF 24mm f/1.8 Macro IS STM at 270g. The lightest weather-sealed option is the Canon RF 100mm f/2.8 L Macro IS USM at 685g.
FAQ
What is the best macro lens for the Canon EOS R6?
Canon RF 24mm f/1.8 Macro IS STM (24mm f/1.8) is the standout macro option that fits the Canon EOS R6. 5 macro Canon RF lenses fit in total — compare them below.
Do these macro lenses fit the Canon EOS R6?
Yes — every lens here is a Canon RF mount lens, so it fits the Canon EOS R6 and covers its full-frame sensor.
What is the lightest macro lens for the Canon EOS R6?
The Canon RF 24mm f/1.8 Macro IS STM at 270g (manufacturer-published weight). The lightest weather-sealed option is the Canon RF 100mm f/2.8 L Macro IS USM at 685g. Weights for 5 of the 5 lenses on this page are in the weight table above.
Already own the Canon EOS R6, shopping for a spare or an upgrade? We found no new Canon EOS R6 on Amazon US when we last checked. Its successor is the Canon EOS R6 Mark II. See the Canon EOS R6 Mark II on Amazon Or search Amazon for the Canon EOS R6.
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