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Canon 5050C002 RF 100-400mm Telephoto Lens Renewed
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f/5.6f/45
Capture Distant Subjects with the Canon RF 100-400mm LensThe Canon RF 100-400mm f/5.6-8 IS USM Lens offers a versatile telephoto-zoom range in a lightweight and portable design. Ideal for wildlife, sports, and travel photography, this lens features image stabilization and a fast Nano USM AF syste...
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Overview
Capture Distant Subjects with the Canon RF 100-400mm Lens
The Canon RF 100-400mm f/5.6-8 IS USM Lens offers a versatile telephoto-zoom range in a lightweight and portable design. Ideal for wildlife, sports, and travel photography, this lens features image stabilization and a fast Nano USM AF system for capturing sharp, detailed images.
Key Specifications:
- Mount: Canon RF-Mount
- Format: Full-Frame
- Aperture Range: f/5.6 to f/45
- Elements: One UD Element, One Aspherical Element
- Coating: Super Spectra Coating
- AF Motor: Nano USM AF Motor
- Maximum Magnification: 0.41x at 400mm
- Image Stabilization: Optical Image Stabilizer
Included Accessories: 67mm 3 Piece Filter Kit, Lens Cap Keeper, Cleaning Kit.
Key Features
Items Include: 1 x Canon RF 100-400mm f/5.6-8 IS USM Lens, 1 x 67mm 3 Piece Filter Kit, 1 x Lens Cap Keeper, 1 x Cleaning Kit
A versatile telephoto-zoom with a portable form factor, the Canon RF 100-400mm f/5.6-8 IS USM is a nimble lens perfect for wildlife, sports, and travel shooting. With extended range, this zoom packs super-telephoto reach into a relatively sleek, lightweight design along with support for Coordinated IS to help control up to 6 stops of camera shake and Nano USM AF to promote faster focusing performance.
Optically, the lens uses specialized elements to control a variety of aberrations and produce images with high sharpness and clarity throughout the zoom range. Close-focusing performance is also possible, with a maximum magnification of 0.41x at the 400mm position, for close-up shooting of subjects as small as a credit card. Long-reaching telephoto zoom lens is designed for use with full-frame Canon RF-mount mirrorless cameras.
Key Features: RF-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format - Aperture Range: f/5.6 to f/45 - One UD Element, One Aspherical Element - Super Spectra Coating - Nano USM AF Motor - Maximum Magnification: 0.41x at 400mm - Optical Image Stabilizer - Customizable Control Ring - Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm
Compatibility: C70, R, R3, R5, R6, RP, Ra, RED DIGITAL CINEMA Komodo, RED DIGITAL CINEMA Komodo RF-Mount, RED DIGITAL CINEMA V-RAPTOR RF-Mount
Specifications
Mount Type
RF-Mount
Lens Type
Telephoto Zoom Lens
Focal Length
100-400mm
Aperture Range
f/5.6-8 to f/45
Image Stabilization
Optical Image Stabilizer, Coordinated IS
Autofocus Motor
Nano USM AF
Optical Elements
One UD Element, One Aspherical Element
Coating
Super Spectra Coating
Maximum Magnification
0.41x at 400mm
Diaphragm Blades
Rounded 9-Blade
Filter Size
67mm
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Offers a versatile telephoto-zoom range from 100-400mm, suitable for various shooting scenarios like wildlife, sports, and travel
- Features a portable form factor, making it relatively sleek and lightweight despite its super-telephoto reach
- Includes support for Coordinated IS, which can help control up to 6 stops of camera shake when paired with compatible cameras
- Equipped with a Nano USM AF motor, designed to promote faster and more precise focusing performance
- Utilizes specialized optical elements to control aberrations, producing images with high sharpness and clarity across the zoom range
- Allows for close-focusing with a maximum magnification of 0.41x at 400mm, enabling detailed close-up shots
👎 Cons
- The aperture range of f/5.6-8 means it is a relatively slow lens, which might be challenging in low-light conditions without higher ISO settings
- Designed specifically for Canon RF-mount mirrorless cameras, limiting its compatibility with other camera systems
- The lens is a "Renewed" product, which may imply it is not new and could have prior use, even if certified
- The maximum aperture of f/8 at 400mm may lead to difficulties in achieving significant background blur or bokeh
- Requires a specific 67mm filter kit, which may be an additional purchase for some users who do not already own this size
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the focal length range of the Canon RF 100-400mm lens?
The Canon RF 100-400mm telephoto lens offers a versatile zoom range from 100mm to 400mm, suitable for capturing distant subjects.
What cameras are compatible with this Canon RF 100-400mm lens?
This lens is designed for use with full-frame Canon RF-mount mirrorless cameras, including models like the C70, R, R3, R5, R6, RP, Ra, and certain RED DIGITAL CINEMA cameras.
Does this lens include image stabilization?
Yes, the lens features an Optical Image Stabilizer and supports Coordinated IS, which helps to control camera shake by up to 6 stops for sharper images.
What type of autofocus system does the Canon RF 100-400mm lens use?
It is equipped with a Nano USM AF motor, which is designed to provide faster and more efficient focusing performance.
Can this lens be used for close-up photography?
Yes, the lens offers close-focusing capabilities with a maximum magnification of 0.41x at the 400mm position, allowing for detailed close-up shots of small subjects.
What specialized optical elements are used in this lens?
The lens incorporates one UD element and one aspherical element, along with a Super Spectra Coating, to reduce aberrations and enhance image quality.
What is the maximum aperture of the Canon RF 100-400mm lens?
The maximum aperture ranges from f/5.6 at 100mm to f/8 at 400mm, and it can be stopped down to f/45.
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