Canon EF70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS II USM

Canon

Canon EF70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS II USM

📏 70-300mm 💡 f/4-5.6 🔌 Canon EF Mount 🔍 Zoom ⚖️ 710g 📷 IS
MSRP $689

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📖 Overview

The Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS II USM is a telephoto zoom lens providing a useful reach for distant subjects. It's suitable for wildlife, sports, and casual portraiture, featuring improved autofocus and image stabilization over its predecessor. It's a good value, but its maximum aperture is limiting in low light.

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📋 Specifications

Focal Length 70-300mm
Max Aperture f/4-5.6
Min Aperture f/32-45
Lens Type Zoom
Mount Canon EF
AF Motor Nano USM
Image Stabilization Yes
Autofocus Yes
Weather Sealed No
Min Focus Distance 120.0 cm
Max Magnification 0.25x
Elements / Groups 17 elements in 12 groups
Aperture Blades 9
Filter Diameter 67mm
Weight 710g
Dimensions 80.0 x 145.5mm
Release Year 2016
MSRP $689

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