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Canon RF 100-400mm f/5.6-8 IS USM Lens

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  • Focal Length: 100-400mm
  • Aperture Range: f/5.6-8
  • RF-Mount Lens
  • Nano USM Focus; Full-Time MF Override
  • Control Ring for direct setting changes
  • One Aspherical & One UD Elements
  • Canon Super Spectra Coating
  • Dust and Water Resistant Construction
  • 9-blade circular aperture
  • In-Body Image Stabilizer (IBIS)
  • 67mm Filter Size

Canon RF 100-400mm f/5.6-8 IS USM Lens

Compact, lightweight, and high-image quality RF telephoto zoom lens, with a versatile zoom range of 100-400mm

The travel-friendly size and weight (similar in size to the EF 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 IS II USM lens but a bit lighter) of this lens, makes it easier for it to be attached with a camera around your neck while walking around for an extended time and also allows room for more lenses in a camera backpack.

Optical Image Stabilizer with up to 5.5 Stops* of shake correction

Because RF lenses are designed specifically for the RF Mount found on EOS R series cameras, the lens and camera combine to share Image Stabilization data, helping to dramatically reduce the effect of camera shake that can occur when working handheld. This applies when capturing both stills and video with up to 5 stops of stabilization* for accurate and clear content.

Up to 6 stops of shake correction** when paired with EOS R series cameras featuring In-Body Image Stabilizer (IBIS)

This IS enabled lens can provide even more steadiness when shooting, up to 6 stops of coordinated IS, if paired with an EOS R Series camera featuring In-Body Image Stabilization, such as the EOS R5 and EOS R6, to further help you capture impressively clear results with slower shutter speeds

Minimum focusing distance of 2.89 feet at 200mm and a maximum magnification of 0.41x at 400mm

With a minimum focusing distance of 2.89 feet at 200mm, the RF100-400mm F5.6-8 IS USM lens is capable of capturing sharp and detailed images from various distances. Especially noteworthy is the lens’s close-up capabilities at the 400mm zoom setting — at its minimum focus distance, at 400mm, you can fill the frame with a subject about the size of a credit card providing outstanding versatility and strikingly sharp images.

High speed, smooth and quiet autofocus with Canon’s Nano USM

With any Canon EOS R-series camera, expect swift and positive autofocus. The Nano USM focus system is especially advantageous to video users, because of its combination of quiet operation and outstanding smoothness of focus changes during actual recording.

9-blade circular aperture for beautiful bokeh

Getting a smooth and natural-looking out-of-focus background blur isn’t a problem for this lens as it has a 9-blade circular aperture that separates your subject from the background, while also providing a beautiful backdrop that's visually appealing in itself.

Control Ring for direct setting changes

The RF100-400mm F5.6-8 IS USM lens incorporates a Control Ring on the lens barrel that can directly adjust numerous settings including shutter speed, aperture, ISO, exposure compensation and more. Located towards the front of the lens it effectively adds a third dial to EOS R and RP cameras, and a fourth dial to cameras such as EOS R5 and R6 cameras. With a tactile, easily distinguished surface and a clicking mechanism that provides tangible feedback for confident use while looking through the viewfinder, the control ring adds an outstanding connection to any shooting scenario. For photographers and moviemakers who would prefer a silent control ring, the clicking mechanism can be removed at a Canon Factory Service Center location for a fee.

Compatible with optional Canon Extenders RF1.4x and RF2x

To help get you even closer to the subject, attach the compatible optional Canon RF extenders to the RF100-400mm F5.6-8 IS USM and get the equivalent of 560mm focal length coverage with the Extender RF1.4x, or 800mm using the Extender RF2x. In fact, the RF100-400mm F5.6-8 IS USM is the first non-L-series Canon lens with tele extender compatibility, helping transform the lens into an incredibly powerful telephoto combination, with relatively modest additional size and weight. This added flexibility and versatility helps make the RF100-400mm F5.6-8 IS USM an amazing option for nature photography and more.

Specifications

Physical
Weight Approx. 22.4 oz. / 1.4 lb. / 635g
Color Black
Mount
Lens Mount Canon RF Mount
Focus
Maximum Aperture f/5.6-8.0
Minimum Aperture f/32-45
Focal Length 100-400mm
Maximum Magnification 0.41x
Angle of view 24°-6° 10 inch
Minimum Focus Distance 88 cm
Focus Type Auto
Image Stabilization Yes
Diaphragm Blades 9, Rounded
Zoom Focal Length 100-400mm
Lens Type Telephoto Zoom

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Ratings and reviews

Canon RF 100-400mm f/5.6-8 IS USM Lens

Canon RF 100-400mm f/5.6-8 IS USM Lens SKU: 5050C002

Rated 5 out of 5 by from Great lens for the price! This is a very flexible lens, with a decent focus speed and reasonably quiet. It's a touch on the slow side, but for the cost involved that's to be expected. Image quality is very good, takes full advantage of the R5 45MP sensor. It's nice to have the control ring on these new RF lenses!
Date published: 2024-08-17
Rated 5 out of 5 by from The Auto Focus and clarity of this lens is excellent. My favorite lens for my R10. It meets my needs for the pictures I take
Date published: 2024-08-08
Rated 1 out of 5 by from NOT a DSLR lens!! thanks for making me waste my time and money buying this MIRRORLESS camera lens that you have listed in the DSLR category. Please fix your website and maybe not be so vague about what cameras this works with!
Date published: 2024-04-19
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Perfect for Wildlife 3 months shotting hundreds of birds, great lens for the price
Date published: 2024-03-15
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Great lems What a great addition to my collection. I have been playing around with it and excited about taking photos on an upcoming cruise.
Date published: 2024-02-22
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Great value for the price! Excellent lens and features. Looking forward to using it regularly.
Date published: 2024-02-06
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Fantastic Value This is my favorite telephoto lens hands down. It represents fantastic value for camera lenses. I use this lens most often during the early evening or during the day. At periods around sunset you'll find that ISO needs to be increased. The 'slow' F-stop is usually a non-issue. Given the light weight of the lens and long zoom, it has become one of my favorites.
Date published: 2023-11-21
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Good quality lens I’ve had the RF 100-400 for 3 months now. It’s one of my favorite lenses. I use it on my Canon RP during daytime walks. This is a hobby of mine. I like capturing images of birds, butterflies, flowers, and landscapes. The autofocus is solid. I don’t have a lens hood or an nd filter yet I just shoot the lens s is. It feels nice and solid. I like the control ring. Very enjoyable.
Date published: 2023-09-25
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