Canon’s new telephoto lens: Price and Availability
Canon’s latest telephoto lens is priced at Rs 9,19,995 and will be available in May.
canon new telephoto lens: Key Specs and Features
The constant aperture design of the RF100-300mm f/2.8L IS USM allows users to use the f/2.8 maximum aperture throughout the zoom range, even at the 300mm tele end. This allows users to freeze moments at faster shutter speeds, giving them a better chance of getting the shots they want. Sing claims that the bokeh achieved through telephoto shooting at f/2.8 also makes the lens “useful for creative expression in genres such as portraiture, fashion and weddings.”
The 100mm to 300mm zoom capability of this telephoto lens (160mm to 480mm on APS-C cameras) covers a lot of range. Canon claims that users typically need at least two or three lenses to achieve such a range (the combination was previously required to achieve a 100–300mm at f/2.8 aperture: 70- 200mm f/2.8 lens + 300mm f/2.8 prime lens, or 100mm + 135mm + 300mm prime lens).
Users can now zoom in to track and keep moving subjects, such as soccer balls or birds in flight, even in places with restricted mobility. This also means that users will have less gear to carry.
For occasions where greater reach is required, users can simply connect one of the compact, lightweight RF extenders. With the Extender RF2x, users can zoom to 600 mm (full-frame cameras) or 960 mm full-frame equivalent (APS-C cameras/APS-C crop mode) while maintaining a maximum aperture of at least f/5.6 Are.
The RF100-300mm f/2.8L IS USM + EOS R3 combination is 1.4x lighter than the EF200-400mm f/4L IS USM extender. Weight is reduced by 1 kg. It also offers mobility savings over the EF300mm f/2.8L IS II USM while providing 3x zoom functionality.
Powered by precision Dual Nano USMs, AF is quick and accurate, complementing deep learning-based subject detection and tracking on cameras like the EOS R3. A new electronic floating focus control system improves image quality while reducing weight, the signature RF mount enhances L-series optical quality. Canon claims this will enable sharp shots of fast action, right down to the finest detail. The lens also supports focus breathing correction during video shooting. This helps deliver professional looking footage straight from the camera.
The lens also supports in-lens image stabilization up to 5.5 stops and image stabilization up to 6 stops Integrated Control IS, The lens also features three different image stabilization modes that are optimized for different shooting conditions. It is equipped with 5 customizable lens function buttons that will help users direct lens operations regardless of camera orientation. The lens features a white weather- and heat-resistant thermal barrier coating with a matching lens hood ET-124.