The Canon 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS is a flexible super zoom lens. Looking for an updated version of this lens? Check out the 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II. Key features include:
Very good sharpness
Normal to super telephoto zoom
Push-pull zoom mechanism
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Angle of View | 24 to 6 degrees |
Aperture | f4.5-32, f5.6-40 |
Autofocus | Autofocus |
Brand | Canon |
Compatibility | Crop and Full Frame |
Diameter | 3.6" |
Dimensions | Length: 7.4" |
Filter Size | 77.0mm (nonrotating front element) |
Filter Style | nonrotating front element |
Flare Resistance | Severe ghosting, moderate loss of contrast |
Focal Length | 100.0-400.0 |
Focusing System | Full time active, USM motor, nonrotating front element, |
Groups/Elements | 14/17 |
Hood Included | Yes |
Hood Type | ET-83C |
Image Stabilization | Yes |
Item Type | Lens |
Lens Type | Supertelephoto and Telephoto |
Low Dispersion Elements | 1 |
Max Aperture | 4.5 |
Maximum Magnification | .20x |
Minimum Aperture | 22.0 |
Minimum Focusing Distance | 5.9feet |
Mount | Canon EF |
Weather Resistant | No |
Weight | 3.0 lbs. (with tripod collar) |
Zoom Method | Push/Pull – barrel extend |
Angle of View | 24 to 6 degrees |
Aperture | f4.5-32, f5.6-40 |
Autofocus | Autofocus |
Brand | Canon |
Compatibility | Crop and Full Frame |
Diameter | 3.6" |
Dimensions | Length: 7.4" |
Filter Size | 77.0mm (nonrotating front element) |
Filter Style | nonrotating front element |
Flare Resistance | Severe ghosting, moderate loss of contrast |
Focal Length | 100.0-400.0 |
Focusing System | Full time active, USM motor, nonrotating front element, |
Groups/Elements | 14/17 |
Hood Included | Yes |
Hood Type | ET-83C |
Image Stabilization | Yes |
Item Type | Lens |
Lens Type | Supertelephoto and Telephoto |
Low Dispersion Elements | 1 |
Max Aperture | 4.5 |
Maximum Magnification | .20x |
Minimum Aperture | 22.0 |
Minimum Focusing Distance | 5.9feet |
Mount | Canon EF |
Weather Resistant | No |
Weight | 3.0 lbs. (with tripod collar) |
Zoom Method | Push/Pull – barrel extend |