Canon EF 400mm f/5.6L USM

Lens Summary

Brand: Canon

Also Known As: Canon 400mm f/5.6L

Lens Type: Prime Lens

Format: Full Frame / FX

Focus: Autofocus

Lens Mount: Canon EF

Release Date: 1993-05-01

MSRP Price: $1195

Made in: Japan

Infrared Rating: Good

Production Status: In Production

Lens Description: This high-performance lens was designed with portability and handling ease in mind. One Super UD-glass element whose characteristics are similar to fluorite, and one UD-glass element result in sharp pictures from corner-to-corner. The lens also has a built-in hood and a detachable tripod mount.


Canon EF 400mm f/5.6L USM Specifications

Lens Specifications
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 Ratio1:8.3
Image Stabilizer (Image Stabilization)No
Aperture Information
Aperture RingNo
Maximim Aperturef/5.6
Minimum Aperturef/32
Maximum Angle of View (Full frame or larger format)
Optical Information
Lens Elements7
Lens Groups6
Diaphragm Blades8
Focus Information
FocusAutofocus
Built-in Focus MotorYes
UltraSonic Motor (USM)Yes
Internal FocusingYes
Minimum Focus Distance3.50m
Distance InformationYes
Filter Information
Filter Size77mm
Accepts Filter TypeScrew-on
Physical Characteristics
Weather / Dust SealingNo
Mount MaterialMetal
Tripod CollarYes
Dimensions8.89x25.65cm
Weight1.25 kg
Other Information
Available in ColorsGrey and Black

MTF Chart

Canon EF 400mm f/5.6L USM MTF chart

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