Canon
Canon RF100-400mm f/5.6-8 IS USM
| Component | Weight | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Customer Reviews | 35% | 88.1 | |
| Technical Analysis | 30% | 65.6 | |
| Market Position | 20% | 92.0 | |
| Value Proposition | 15% | 75.5 |
Age adjustment: ×0.93 (older models get a slight downward adjustment so newer products with current technology are fairly represented).
📖 Overview
The Canon RF 100-400mm f/5.6-8 IS USM, with 696 SampleShots, is a compact and lightweight telephoto zoom lens offering a significant reach for Canon's RF mount. It's ideal for wildlife and sports photography on a budget. Its variable aperture can be challenging in low light, but image stabilization helps.
📸 Browse 969 real-world sample photos taken with this lens by photographers worldwide on SampleShots.
📋 Specifications
| Focal Length | 100-400mm |
|---|---|
| Max Aperture | f/5.6-8 |
| Min Aperture | f/32-45 |
| Lens Type | Zoom |
| Mount | Canon RF |
| AF Motor | Nano USM |
| Image Stabilization | Yes |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Weather Sealed | No |
| Min Focus Distance | 88.0 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.41x |
| Elements / Groups | 12 elements in 9 groups |
| Aperture Blades | 9 |
| Filter Diameter | 67mm |
| Weight | 635g |
| Dimensions | 79.5 x 164.7mm |
| Release Year | 2021 |
| MSRP | $649 |
🛒 Where to Buy the Canon RF100-400mm f/5.6-8 IS USM
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🖼️ Sample Photos
Real-world photos taken with the Canon RF100-400mm f/5.6-8 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
