Canon RF 100-300mm f/2.8L IS USM Lens

100-300mm focal range, f/2.8 constant zoom, 5.5 stops of Optical Image Stabilizer, with 6.0-stops when combined with a camera which features an In-Body Image Stabilizer (IBIS), Silent, fast autofocus, using Dual Nano USM motor, Weight 2,590g

Specifications

Canon RF 100-300mm f/2.8L IS USM Lens

Description

The Canon RF 100-300mm f/2.8L IS USM lens is a professional-grade telephoto zoom lens designed to provide photographers with exceptional versatility, speed, and performance. Offering a fast constant f/2.8 aperture and an extended zoom range of 100-300mm, this lens is perfect for a wide range of applications, including wildlife photography, sports, events, and portraiture. Whether you're capturing New Zealand’s diverse wildlife, fast-paced sports action, or breathtaking landscapes, the RF 100-300mm delivers incredible sharpness and contrast with every shot.

This lens combines Canon’s advanced L-series optics with image stabilization (IS) technology, allowing you to shoot handheld with confidence, even at longer focal lengths or in lower light. The USM (Ultrasonic Motor) ensures fast, accurate, and quiet autofocus, ideal for capturing fast-moving subjects or shooting video. Designed for RF mirrorless cameras, the lens is compact, durable, and weather-sealed, making it ideal for outdoor photography in New Zealand’s often unpredictable weather.

Key Features:

• RF Mount Compatibility: Designed for Canon RF mirrorless cameras, ensuring seamless communication between the lens and camera for superior autofocus and image quality.
  
• 100-300mm Zoom Range: The versatile zoom range of 100-300mm offers exceptional flexibility, making it perfect for wildlife, sports, event photography, and even portraits.
  
• Constant f/2.8 Aperture: The fast f/2.8 aperture allows for outstanding subject isolation, excellent low-light performance, and beautiful bokeh, making it ideal for portrait photography or shooting in challenging lighting conditions.
  
• Optical Image Stabilization (IS): Built-in 5-stop IS helps compensate for camera shake, enabling you to shoot handheld with confidence, even at slower shutter speeds or when shooting at long focal lengths.
  
• USM Autofocus: The Ultrasonic Motor (USM) provides fast, smooth, and silent autofocus, ensuring quick and precise focusing, even on moving subjects.
  
• L-Series Optical Excellence: Canon’s L-series lenses are renowned for their superior image quality, and this lens is no exception, offering exceptional sharpness, high contrast, and vibrant colours.
  
• Weather-Sealed Construction: Designed for durability and reliability, the weather-sealed build allows this lens to withstand harsh outdoor conditions, whether you're shooting in New Zealand's coastal rainforests or during dustier conditions.
  
• Compact Design: Despite the impressive zoom range and fast aperture, this lens remains relatively compact, offering excellent portability for outdoor shoots and travel.
  

Key Points:

• Wide Aperture for Low-Light Performance: The f/2.8 aperture allows for excellent control over depth of field, creating beautiful background blur (bokeh), and providing excellent performance in low-light environments.
  
• Versatile Zoom Range: The 100-300mm focal length offers great versatility for wildlife, bird photography, sports, and event photography, giving you the ability to shoot both wide and zoomed-in shots.
  
• Superior Image Stabilization: With 5-stop optical IS, this lens allows you to shoot handheld at longer focal lengths without the worry of camera shake, ensuring sharp and steady images.
  
• Fast, Quiet Autofocus: The USM autofocus system ensures quick, precise, and silent focusing, which is essential for capturing fast-moving subjects, such as birds in flight or athletes in action.
  
• Weather-Sealed for Outdoor Use: The lens’s weather-resistant construction ensures that it can withstand challenging environmental conditions, providing reliable performance in New Zealand’s variable weather.
  

Benefits:

• Unmatched Performance in Low Light: The wide f/2.8 aperture ensures that you can shoot in lower light conditions without the need for a tripod or flash, while still maintaining fast shutter speeds.
  
• Crisp, Sharp Images: The combination of L-series optics and image stabilization ensures exceptional image quality with high sharpness, minimal distortion, and vivid colours, even at longer focal lengths.
  
• Perfect for Action Photography: Whether you're shooting wildlife or sports, the fast autofocus system allows you to track and capture fast-moving subjects with precision, ensuring that you never miss the perfect shot.
  
• Versatility Across Various Applications: The 100-300mm zoom range gives you flexibility for both close-up and distant subjects, making this lens ideal for diverse genres of photography, from portraits to wildlife to fast-paced sports.
  
• Durability for Outdoor Adventures: Built to handle tough conditions, the weather-sealed design ensures that you can take this lens on your outdoor adventures in New Zealand without worrying about the elements.
  

Why Choose This Lens:

The Canon RF 100-300mm f/2.8L IS USM lens is the perfect choice for photographers who require a fast, versatile, and reliable telephoto zoom lens. Whether you are capturing the majestic wildlife of New Zealand, fast-moving sports action, or stunning outdoor landscapes, this lens offers the reach, clarity, and speed necessary to deliver outstanding results. With its constant f/2.8 aperture, image stabilization, and fast autofocus, the RF 100-300mm is the ideal choice for both professional photographers and enthusiasts who need a lens that excels in various shooting environments.