Canon
Canon RF 100-500mm f/4.5-7.1 L IS USM
| Component | Weight | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Customer Reviews | 35% | 91.5 | |
| Technical Analysis | 30% | 69.6 | |
| Market Position | 20% | 92.0 | |
| Value Proposition | 15% | 71.4 |
Age adjustment: ×0.91 (older models get a slight downward adjustment so newer products with current technology are fairly represented).
📖 Overview
The Canon RF 100-500mm f/4.5-7.1 L IS USM is a versatile telephoto zoom offering a long reach in a relatively compact package. It's well-suited for wildlife and sports photography, providing flexibility in framing. The variable aperture means it's not the best choice for low-light shooting or shallow depth of field.
📸 Browse 17 real-world sample photos taken with this lens by photographers worldwide on SampleShots.
📋 Specifications
| Focal Length | 100-500mm |
|---|---|
| Max Aperture | f/4.5-7.1 |
| Min Aperture | f/32-54 |
| Lens Type | Zoom |
| Mount | Canon RF |
| AF Motor | Dual Nano USM |
| Image Stabilization | Yes |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Weather Sealed | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 90.0 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.33x |
| Elements / Groups | 20 elements in 14 groups |
| Aperture Blades | 9 |
| Filter Diameter | 77mm |
| Weight | 1365g |
| Dimensions | 93.8 x 207.6mm |
| Release Year | 2020 |
| MSRP | $2,899 |
🛒 Where to Buy the Canon RF 100-500mm f/4.5-7.1 L IS USM
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🖼️ Sample Photos
Real-world photos taken with the Canon RF 100-500mm f/4.5-7.1 L IS USM, sourced from SampleShots.
📷 Compatible Cameras
Native Mount
Canon EOS R
Canon EOS R6
Canon EOS R5
Canon EOS RP
Canon EOS R10
Canon EOS R5 Mark II
Canon EOS R7
Canon EOS R100
Canon EOS R3
Canon EOS R5 C
Canon EOS R6 III
Canon EOS R1
+ 3 more compatible cameras
