Canon today announces the introduction of two new super telephoto prime lenses for the EOS R mirrorless system. Further advancing lens design and capability, these L-series lenses are intended for the professional user looking for ultimate reach, performance and operability.
The RF 800mm f5.6L IS USM lens and RF 1200mm f8L IS USM lens both offer extreme magnification, optical image stabilisation (4.5- and 4-stops respectively), two focus presets as well as full AF compatibility with the 1.4x and 2x RF Extenders (teleconverters).
For their specifications, the two lenses are compact and lighter than what has come before. The RF 800mm f5.6L lens is the lightest in its class – weighing 3.14kg – whilst the RF 1200mm f8L lens is a mere 20% of the EF equivalent, weighing 3.34kg.
Key features: RF 800mm f5.6L IS USM
- Max. size 163mm x 432mm (diameter x length)
- 3.14kg in weight
- 4.5-stop Image Stabilisation
- 9-blade circular aperture
- 26 elements in 18 groups
- Minimum focusing distance of 2.6m
- RF Extender compatibility
- Fluorite, Super UD and UD elements
- SSC, SWC and fluorine coatings
Key features: RF 1200mm f8L IS USM
- Max. size 168mm x 537mm (diameter x length)
- 3.34kg in weight
- 4-stop Image Stabilisation
- 9-blade circular aperture
- 26 elements in 18 groups
- Minimum focusing distance of 4.3m
- RF Extender compatibility
- Fluorite, Super UD and UD elements
- SSC, SWC and fluorine coatings
Full specifications and press release
The RF 800mm f5.6L IS USM will be available for £19,099.99 / €21,749.99, whilst the RF 1200mm f8L IS USM will be available for £22,449.99 / € 25,449.99.