Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM

The Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM brings big zoom power for sports and nature photographers in the RF system, but does its best work in brighter light.

-- As reviewed by PCMag
Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS 1
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MSRP: $2,699.00

Product details

  • High Performance L-series versatile Super-Telephoto Zoom RF Lens.
  • Optical Image Stabilization with up to 5 stops* of Shake Correction.
  • Three Image Stabilization Modes (Standard, Panning, and during exposure only) Provided for Creative Versatility.
  • High Speed, Smooth and Quiet Auto Focus with Dual Nano USM.
  • Minimum Focusing Distance of 3.0 ft. / 0.9 m**.
  • Lens compatible with Canon Full Frame Mirrorless Cameras (EOS RP, EOS R, EOS R5, EOS R6)

PROS

+ Sharp telephoto optics
+ Dust, splash, and fluorine protection
+ Adjustable zoom tension
+ Supports hybrid stabilization
+ 1:3 macro focus
+ Removable tripod collar
+ Lightweight design

CONS

- Tripod foot doesn't fit Arca-Swiss mounts
- Narrow aperture limits use in dim light
- Awkwardly placed control ring
- Teleconverters only work at 300mm and beyond
- Expensive

Expert reviews and ratings

By PCMag on July 09, 2021
The Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM brings big zoom power for sports and nature photographers in the RF system, but does its best work in brighter light.
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