Lens Summary
Brand: Canon
Also Known As: Canon 300mm f/2.8L IS II
Lens Type: Prime Lens
Format: Full Frame / FX
Focus: Autofocus
Lens Mount: Canon EF
Release Date: 2010-09-01
MSRP Price: $6819
Made in: Japan
Infrared Rating: Good
Production Status: In Production
Lens Description: A worthy successor to the popular Canon EF 300mm f/2.8 IS, the all-new Canon EF 300mm f/2.8 IS II USM super telephoto lens is lightweight, weighing approximately 13% less than its predecessor, yet offers faster operation, improved image stabilization and superior optics. Incorporating Fluorite elements for improved image quality and reduced chromatic aberration plus a number of advanced coatings to minimize ghosting, flaring, and with a newly developed Fluorine coating that keeps soiling, smears and fingerprints to a minimum, the EF 300mm f/2.8 IS II USM is ready to deliver spectacular images in an instant. With a third Image Stabilization mode (Mode 3) that activates IS only when the shutter button is fully pressed, and giving the equivalent effect of a shutter speed four stops faster, the EF 300mm f/2.8 IS II USM allows for easy panning and is ideally positioned for professional action photography. The EF 300mm f/2.8 IS II USM also features a new security slot for wire-type security locks.
Canon EF 300mm f/2.8L IS II USM Specifications
Lens Specifications | |
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Lens Type | Prime Lens |
Focal Length | 300mm |
Mount Type | Canon EF |
Format | Full Frame / FX |
Compatible Format(s) | 35mm Film / Full-Frame Digital Sensor Canon (APS-C) |
Compatible with Teleconverters | Yes |
Maximum Reproduction Ratio | 1:7.6 |
Image Stabilizer (Image Stabilization) | Yes |
Aperture Information | |
Aperture Ring | No |
Maximim Aperture | f/2.8 |
Minimum Aperture | f/32 |
Maximum Angle of View (Full frame or larger format) | 8° |
Optical Information | |
Lens Elements | 16 |
Lens Groups | 12 |
Diaphragm Blades | 8 |
Aspherical Elements | Fluorite elements Sub-Wavelength Structure Coating |
Super Spectra Coating | Yes |
Focus Information | |
Focus | Autofocus |
Built-in Focus Motor | Yes |
UltraSonic Motor (USM) | Yes |
Internal Focusing | Yes |
Minimum Focus Distance | 2.00m |
Distance Information | Yes |
Filter Information | |
Filter Size | 52mm |
Accepts Filter Type | Drop-in |
Physical Characteristics | |
Weather / Dust Sealing | Yes |
Mount Material | Metal |
Tripod Collar | Yes |
Dimensions | 12.70 x 24.89cm |
Weight | 2400g |
Other Information | |
Available in Colors | Grey and Black |