Lens Summary
Brand: Canon
Also Known As: Canon 400mm f/2.8L II
Lens Type: Prime Lens
Format: Full Frame / FX
Focus: Autofocus
Lens Mount: Canon EF
Release Date: 2010-08-26
MSRP Price: $11489
Made in: Japan
Infrared Rating: Good
Production Status: In Production
Lens Description: The stellar combination of superlative optics, astonishing performance and brilliant construction, the EF 400mm f/2.8L IS II USM super telephoto is the professional\'s choice for a long lens, and perfect for nature and wildlife photography. Over 28% lighter than its predecessor and now the lightest lens in its class, the EF 400mm f/2.8L IS II USM features Fluorite optics that deliver sharper images with less chromatic aberration, a completely redesigned Image Stabilization system that offers up to four extra stops of performance, a newly-developed Fluorine coating that keeps soiling, smears and fingerprints to a minimum, plus new construction in line with only the best that Canon has to offer. 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 400mm f/2.8L IS II USM allows for easy panning and is ideally positioned for professional action photography. With a new security slot for wire-type security locks, buttons and switches are redesigned for intuitive, deliberate operation, and dust and water sealing keeps the lens functioning flawlessly in even the most challenging environments.
Canon EF 400mm f/2.8L IS II USM Specifications
Lens Specifications | |
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Lens Type | Prime Lens |
Focal Length | 400mm |
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 | 1:6.6 |
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) | 6° |
Optical Information | |
Lens Elements | 16 |
Lens Groups | 12 |
Diaphragm Blades | 8 |
Extra-Low Dispersion Glass 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 | 2.70m |
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 | 16.31x34.29cm |
Weight | 3850g |
Other Information | |
Available in Colors | Grey and Black |
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