Canon EF 400mm f/2.8L IS USM

Canon EF 400mm f/2.8L IS USM

Lens Summary

Brand: Canon

Also Known As: Canon 400mm f/2.8L IS

Lens Type: Prime Lens

Format: Full Frame / FX

Focus: Autofocus

Lens Mount: Canon EF

Release Date: 1999-09-01

MSRP Price: $6799

Made in: Japan

Infrared Rating: Good

Production Status: Discontinued

Lens Description: Super telephoto L-series lens with an Image Stabilizer for use in track and field sports as well as low-light nature and wildlife photography. The fluorite element and two UD-glass elements result in high resolution and high contrast. The ring USM and an improved AF drive algorithm make the AF speed the fastest in the world when used with the EOS-1v and EOS-3. This lens has the same AF stop and focus preset features as the EF 300mm f/2.8L IS USM.


Canon EF 400mm f/2.8L IS USM Specifications

Lens Specifications
* Supplied accessories may differ depending on country or area 
Lens TypePrime Lens
Focal Length400mm
Mount TypeCanon EF
FormatFull Frame / FX
Compatible Format(s)35mm Film / Full-Frame Digital Sensor Canon (APS-C)
Compatible with TeleconvertersYes
Maximum Reproduction Ratio1:6.6
Image Stabilizer (Image Stabilization)Yes
Aperture Information
Aperture RingNo
Maximim Aperturef/2.8
Minimum Aperturef/32
Maximum Angle of View (Full frame or larger format)6° 10'
Optical Information
Lens Elements17
Lens Groups13
Diaphragm Blades8
Focus Information
FocusAutofocus
Built-in Focus MotorYes
Internal FocusingYes
Minimum Focus Distance3.00m
Distance InformationYes
Filter Information
Filter Size52mm
Accepts Filter TypeDrop-in
Physical Characteristics
Weather / Dust SealingYes
Mount MaterialMetal
Tripod CollarYes
Dimensions349 x 163mm
Weight5,370g
Other Information
Available in ColorsGrey and Black
Supplied Accessories01/01/1900

MTF Chart

Canon EF 400mm f/2.8L IS USM MTF chart

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