The Canon RF 100-500mm f/4.5-7.1L IS USM is a top-notch long-range zoom lens made for Canon's EOS R-series mirrorless cameras. It brings clear, crisp pictures, a hardy shell, and a wide zoom span—great for snapping wild beasts, fast games, and swift motion.
Main Traits
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Zoom Range: 100 to 500mm – handy for seeing far-off things.
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Shaking Steady Aid: Helps keep photos sharp when holding the camera by hand.
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Quick and Quiet Focusing: Uses twin Nano USM motors for speedy and hush-hush focus.
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Rugged Frame: Built tough with weather guard and special coating to fend off grime and damp.
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Fine Glass Inside: Has one Super UD and six UD bits to cut down on color blur and keep shots clean.
Performance
The RF 100-500mm delivers sharp, detailed images across its zoom range. Its image stabilization ensures steady shots even at longer focal lengths, while the fast autofocus system enhances tracking performance for moving subjects.
Fitting
Made to match Canon RF-mount picture-takers, this joins neatly with EOS R-series bodies. It also works well with Canon RF stretchers when zoomed past 300mm.
Conclusion
The Canon RF 100-500mm f/4.5-7.1L IS USM is a versatile and high-performance lens that excels in capturing distant subjects with precision. Its premium build and advanced features make it a valuable addition to any photographer's kit.
Focal Length |
100 to 500mm |
Maximum Aperture |
f/4.5 to 7.1 |
Minimum Aperture |
f/32 to 54 |
Lens Mount |
Canon RF |
Format Compatibility |
Full-Frame |
Angle of View |
24° to 5° |
Minimum Focus Distance |
2.95' / 90 cm |
Maximum Magnification |
0.12 to 0.33x |
Optical Design |
20 Elements in 14 Groups |
Diaphragm Blades |
9, Rounded |
Focus Type |
Autofocus |
Image Stabilization |
Yes |
Tripod Collar |
Removable and Rotating |
Filter Size |
77 mm (Front) |
Dimensions (ø x L) |
3.69 x 8.17" / 93.8 x 207.6 mm |
Weight |
3 lb / 1365 g |