Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1L is a Variable aperture Auto Focus (AF)
Super Telephoto Zoom lens with Optical Image stabilization and 35mm FF max sensor coverage, and it is designed to be used with
RF Mount cameras.
What type of photography is the Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1L lens good for?
The choice of photography type for which you intend to use the Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1L is a crucial decision factor. Below, we have assessed its suitability for various photography scenarios:
Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1L is a member of Canon's RF L series of lenses. Below you can see the latest lenses in this series.
RF L Series Lenses in Canon RF Mount
Reasons to Buy the Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1L IS USM Lens
Here we've included a summary of the advantages and disadvantages of the Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1L IS USM lens in a list form to assist you in determining whether it offers the features you need.
Optical Image Stabilization (up to 5.0 stops) |
Weather-sealed |
Autofocus |
AF/MF Switch on Lens |
Stabilization On/Off Switch on Lens |
Focus Range Limiter |
Focus Hold Button |
Compatible with Canon Teleconverters |
Hood supplied |
Tripod Collar |
Covers Full-Frame Sensor |
9 Diaphragm Blades for Smooth Bokeh |
500mm reach great for Wildlife Photography |
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Lens Extends while zooming |
Slow Aperture at Wide end |
Slow Aperture at Tele end |
Variable Aperture |
Heavy |
Pricey |
Lens Mount
Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1L is compatible with cameras that have a Canon RF lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Canon RF lenses are Canon R100, Canon R8 and Canon R50.
Size, Weight and Filter Thread
The size and weight are crucial factors to consider when searching for your next lens. Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1L has a maximum diameter of 94mm and total length of 208mm when not extended. It weighs 1365g / 48.1 oz.
Check the size of the Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1L when attached to RF Mount cameras:
Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1L Size with RF Mount Cameras
Below, you'll find a scaled side-by-side image comparing the sizes of the Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1L and the Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C, offering a better understanding of their dimensions in real life. Check the detailed comparison of these two lenses here.
Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1L has a filter thread of 77mm. Below are links to the filters that we recommend you to consider for your Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1L:
Focal Range
Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1L has a focal range of 100-500mm and 5.0X zoom ratio. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.6x crop, it provides an 35mm (FF) equivalent of 160 - 800mm.
Teleconverter Compatibility
Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1L is compatible with the Teleconverters below. With the use of these TC/extenders, you can find how the total focal reach and effective aperture of your Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1L changes below:
Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1L Focal Range and Aperture Change with Teleconverter
Weather Sealings
The Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1L is a weather-sealed lens, which provides extra protection to prevent water and dust get inside the lens and camera body under light rain, snow and wind. In order to have effective protection, you have to pair the Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1L with a weather-sealed camera body such as the Canon R8, Canon R6 II and Canon R7.
Optical Image Stabilization
The Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1L features an optical image stabilization system which helps to reduce the blur that occurs due to shaking during hand-held shooting. Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1L's stabilization system is effective up to 5.0 stops.
Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1L also has a Stabilization On/Off switch on the lens body so you don't need to delve into your cameras menu to disable or enable the IS.
Tripod Collar
With a total length of 208mm and a weight of 1365g, the Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1L is a large lens. Fortunately, it comes with a tripod collar which you can use to attach the lens directly to a tripod or monopod instead of attaching the camera. This connection helps to better balance the lens/kit combination.
Zoom Method
Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1L features Rotary (extending) zoom method where the length of the lens changes as you zoom in or out. This makes it possible to design the lens with a smaller minimum length ( generally when it is zoomed out) compared to internal zoom lenses. The disadvantages of this design are being harder to seal against dust and moisture, weight balance shifting while zooming and zoom creep in certain lenses.
Maximum Magnification Ratio
Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1L has a Max Magnification Ratio of 0.33x and has a minimum focusing distance of 0.9m. For a non-macro lens, the 0.33x is considered a high magnification and will come handy for close-up shots.
Below are the 2 Super Telephoto Zoom type Canon RF mount lens alternatives with highest max magnification ratios:
Aperture
Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1L is a variable aperture lens with a max aperture of f4.5 and a minimum aperture of f32 at 100mm, and a max aperture of f7.1 and minimum aperture of f54 at 500mm .
Focal Length |
Max Aperture |
Min Aperture |
100mm
|
F4.5 |
F32 |
500mm
|
F7.1 |
F54 |
Optical Formula
Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1L's optical formula consists of 20 elements in 14 groups . Following special elements are used in this design:
Lens Hood
Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1L comes with a removable lens hood which is handy to reduce lens flare and glare in your photos.
What's in the Box of Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1L?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1L:
Canon RF 100-500mm f/4.5-7.1 L IS USM Lens Canon E-77 II Lens Cap Canon Lens Dust Cap RF Canon ET-83FW III Lens Hood Canon LZ1328 Lens Case Tripod Collar Limited 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty
Recommended Accessories for the Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1L
Now it is time to look at the Top Recommended Accessories for the Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1L.
Chiaro Pro 77mm 99-UVBTS Brass UV Filter
MSRP: $79.95
Hoya 77mm NXT Plus Circular Polarizer Filter
MSRP: $112.9
Canon Extender RF 1.4x
MSRP: $499
LensCoat Lens Cover for Canon RF 100-500 IS Lens (RealTree Max 5 Camo)
MSRP: $100.99
Vello Auto Extension Tubes for Canon RF-Mount Lenses
MSRP: $79.95
Peak Design Carbon Fiber Travel Tripod
MSRP: $649.95
Oben QR-53 Long Lens Quick Release Plate (5.3)
MSRP: $13.95
Sensei DOC-CK Deluxe Optics Care and Cleaning Kit
MSRP: $24.95
Body Colour
Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1L is available in White color.
Popular Comparisons of Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1L
Here are the eight most popular comparisons of the Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1L amongst Camera Decision readers.
Top Alternatives of Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1L Lens
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Focusing |
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Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C
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