The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Canon RF 100-400mm and the Canon RF 100mm F2.8L Macro IS for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison The size of a lens is a crucial factor to consider when comparing two lenses. Canon RF 100-400mm is the longer of the two lenses at 165mm. The Canon RF 100mm F2.8L Macro IS with a length of 148mm, is 17mm shorter. On the other hand, the Canon RF 100mm F2.8L Macro IS has a larger diameter of 82mm compared to the Canon RF 100-400mm's 80mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Canon RF 100-400mm and Canon RF 100mm F2.8L Macro IS to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Canon RF 100-400mm and the Canon RF 100mm F2.8L Macro IS Size and Weight The weight of a lens is equally significant as its external dimensions, particularly if you intend to handhold your camera and lens combination for extended periods. Canon RF 100-400mm weighs 635g, which means it is 95g (13%) lighter than the Canon RF 100mm F2.8L Macro IS which has a weight of 730g.
Filter Threads
Both the Canon RF 100-400mm and the Canon RF 100mm F2.8L Macro IS have the same Filter thread size of 67mm .
Below are links to the 67mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
Both the Canon RF 100-400mm and the Canon RF 100mm F2.8L Macro IS has the same Canon RF lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Canon RF lenses are Canon R6 V , Canon R6 III and Canon C50 .
Focal Range
Canon RF 100-400mm has a focal range of 100-400mm and
4.0X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.6x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of
160 - 640mm .
On the other hand, the Canon RF 100mm F2.8L Macro IS is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 100mm. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.6x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of 160mm .
