Canon RF 800mm f/5.6 L IS USM Lens

Canon RF 800mm f/5.6 L IS USM Lens

• RF-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format
• Aperture Range: f/5.6 to f/64
• Fluorite, Super UD, and UD Elements
• Air Sphere and Super Spectra Coatings
• Ring-Type USM AF System
• Optical Image Stabilizer
• Focus Range Limiter, Two Focus Presets
• Customizable Electronic Focus Ring
• Weather-Sealed Design, Fluorine Coating
• Rotating Tripod Collar

Description for Canon RF 800mm f/5.6 L IS USM Lens

Canon RF 800mm f/5.6 L IS USM Lens

The Canon RF 800mm f/5.6 L IS USM Lens is an exceptional super-telephoto lens designed for advanced photographers and professionals seeking unrivaled image quality and reach. Whether capturing wildlife, motorsports, or other distant subjects, this lens offers outstanding performance, a lightweight design, and a suite of advanced optical features.

Superb Image Quality with Advanced Optics

The RF 800mm f/5.6 L IS USM combines two large-diameter Fluorite elements, one Super UD (Ultra-low Dispersion) element, and one UD-glass element for superior sharpness and contrast. The Air Sphere Coating reduces color fringing and enhances clarity, delivering rich, detailed images with exceptional color fidelity.

Impressive Portability with Excellent Image Quality

At just 6.9 lbs., the RF 800mm f/5.6 L IS USM offers a lighter and more portable solution for photographers needing extreme telephoto reach without compromising on optical performance. This makes it an ideal choice for those who need both portability and image quality, especially when paired with Canon’s RF Extenders.

Minimum Focusing Distance of 8.53 ft. / 2.6m

With a minimum focusing distance of approximately 8.53 ft. / 2.6 m, the RF 800mm f/5.6 allows photographers to get closer to their subjects than typical super-telephoto lenses. Its 0.34x maximum magnification enables capturing detailed close-up shots, such as small wildlife like sparrows, offering more versatility in your shooting.

Three IS Operation Modes for Shake Correction

The lens features three Image Stabilization modes that adapt to various shooting scenarios:

• IS Mode 1: Standard stabilization for general photography.
• IS Mode 2: Corrects shake during panning, ideal for moving subjects.
• IS Mode 3: Stabilizes only during the actual shutter release, ensuring the sharpest images when capturing fast action.

With up to 4.5 stops of shake correction, the RF 800mm ensures stability and sharpness even when shooting handheld or in challenging conditions.

Customizable Electronic Focus Ring with Manual Focus Control

The electronic focus ring on the RF 800mm f/5.6 allows for three different manual focus speed settings, enabling quick or fine adjustments depending on the subject and shooting environment. You can still fine-tune focus even with AF engaged, providing complete control over your compositions.

Focus Presets for Rapid Switching

You can memorize one or two focus distances and instantly return to them with a slight turn of the playback ring. This feature is particularly useful for wildlife photographers who want to pre-focus on expected spots and quickly adjust as the action unfolds.

9-Blade Circular Aperture for Beautiful Bokeh

Thanks to its 9-blade circular aperture, the RF 800mm f/5.6 creates beautifully smooth, rounded bokeh. This soft background rendering helps you isolate your subject and enhance the visual impact of your images, making them feel more intimate and professional.

Super Spectra and Air Sphere Coatings for Clearer Shots

The lens incorporates Super Spectra Coating (SSC) and Air Sphere Coating (ASC) to reduce ghosting, flare, and chromatic aberrations. These coatings ensure high-quality performance, even in challenging lighting conditions such as backlighting, ensuring vibrant, sharp, and clear results in all environments.

Compatibility with RF Extenders for More Reach

The RF 800mm f/5.6 is compatible with Canon’s RF 1.4x and RF 2x Extenders, enabling you to increase your focal length to 1120mm or even 1600mm, while still retaining excellent image quality. This flexibility allows you to achieve greater telephoto reach when needed, perfect for capturing distant subjects.

Durability with Dust- and Water-Resistant Design

Built to withstand harsh environments, the RF 800mm f/5.6 L IS USM features a durable, dust- and water-resistant design. Seals around the lens mount, switches, and rings ensure reliable operation in challenging weather conditions. Additionally, the fluorine coating on the front and rear elements helps to repel water, oil, and fingerprints, making it easy to maintain the lens in the field.