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Canon RF 600mm F11 IS STM RF Mount Review

Canon RF 600mm F11 IS STM

Main Features

  • 600mm Focal Range
  • F11 Max Aperture
  • Image Stabilization
  • Filter Thread: 82mm
  • Max Format: 35mm FF
  • Canon RF Mount
  • Weight: 930g / 2.05 lb
  • Dimensions(øxL): 93mm x 270mm
  • Min Focus Distance: 4.5m
  • Max Magnification: 0.14x
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Canon RF 600mm F11 IS STM Overview


Canon RF 600mm F11 IS STM is a Fixed aperture Auto Focus (AF) Super Telephoto Prime 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 600mm F11 IS STM lens good for?

The type of photography that you are planning to use the Canon RF 600mm F11 IS STM is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated its suitability to various photography scenarios:

Photography Type Suitability
Bird/WildlifeExcellent
SportsExcellent
PortraitPoor
TravelPoor
StreetPoor
WeddingPoor
Walk AroundFair
VloggingPoor
LandscapeFair
MacroPoor

Canon RF 600mm F11 IS STM is a member of Canon's RF STM Prime series of lenses. Below you can see the latest lenses in this series.

RF STM Prime Series Lenses in Canon RF Mount
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Canon RF 24mm F1.8 Macro IS STM Lens Canon RF 24mm F1.8 Macro IS STM
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35mm FF 270gr AF Amazon B&H Photo
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35mm FF 165gr AF Amazon B&H Photo
Canon RF 50mm F1.8 STM Lens Canon RF 50mm F1.8 STM
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35mm FF 160gr AF Amazon B&H Photo
Canon RF 85mm F2 Macro IS STM Lens Canon RF 85mm F2 Macro IS STM
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35mm FF 500gr AF Amazon B&H Photo
Canon RF 600mm F11 IS STM Lens Canon RF 600mm F11 IS STM
35mm FF 930gr AF Amazon B&H Photo
Canon RF 800mm F11 IS STM Lens Canon RF 800mm F11 IS STM
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35mm FF 1260gr AF Amazon B&H Photo
Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro Lens Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro
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35mm FF 305gr AF Amazon B&H Photo

Reasons to Buy Canon RF 600mm F11 IS STM Lens

Here we've included a summary of the advantages and disadvantages of the Canon RF 600mm F11 IS STM lens in a list form to help you determine whether it offers the features you need.

PROs
Optical Image Stabilization
Autofocus
Compatible with Canon Teleconverters
Covers Full-Frame Sensor
9 Diaphragm Blades for Smooth Bokeh
600mm reach great for Wildlife Photography
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CONs
No Weather Sealing
Hood is not supplied
Slow Aperture for a Prime Lens


Lens Mount

Canon RF 600mm F11 IS STM 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.

Canon R100 with Canon RF 600mm F11 IS STM Lens Size
Canon R100 with the Canon RF 600mm F11 IS STM Lens
Canon R8 with Canon RF 600mm F11 IS STM Lens Size
Canon R8 with the Canon RF 600mm F11 IS STM Lens
Canon R50 with Canon RF 600mm F11 IS STM Lens Size
Canon R50 with the Canon RF 600mm F11 IS STM Lens

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Size, Weight and Filter Thread

Size and weight is a very important decision factor when searching for your next lens. Canon RF 600mm F11 IS STM has a maximum diameter of 93mm and total length of 270mm. It weighs 930g / 32.8 oz.

Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Canon RF 600mm F11 IS STM and Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C (Sigma SA mount) to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life. Check the detailed comparison of these two lenses here.

Canon RF 600mm F11 IS STM vs Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C Lens Size Comparison
Comparison image of the Canon RF 600mm F11 IS STM and the Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C Size and Weight

Canon RF 600mm F11 IS STM has a filter thread of 82mm. Below are links to the filters that we recommend you to consider for your Canon RF 600mm F11 IS STM:

  • 82mm Variable ND Lens Filters
  • 82mm Circular Polarizer Lens Filters
  • 82mm Clear Protection Lens Filters


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Canon RF 600mm F11 IS STM Lens Top View




Focal Range

Canon RF 600mm F11 IS STM has a fixed focal length of 600mm. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.6x crop, it provides an 35mm (FF) equivalent of 960mm.


Teleconverter Compatibility

Canon RF 600mm F11 IS STM 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 600mm F11 IS STM changes below:


Canon RF 600mm F11 IS STM Focal Range and Aperture Change with Teleconverter
Model Coverage with TC Aperture with TC Street Price
Canon Extender RF 2x Lens Canon Extender RF 2x 1200 - 1200mm F22 Amazon B&H Photo
Canon Extender RF 1.4x Lens Canon Extender RF 1.4x 840 - 840mm F15.4 Amazon B&H Photo

Optical Image Stabilization

The Canon RF 600mm F11 IS STM features an optical image stabilization system which helps to reduce the blur that occurs due to shaking during hand-held shooting.

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Canon RF 600mm F11 IS STM Extended State

Maximum Magnification Ratio

Canon RF 600mm F11 IS STM has a Max Magnification Ratio of 0.14x and has a minimum focusing distance of 4.5m. 0.14x means that the max magnification ratio is very low and not suitable even for modest close-up shots.

Below are the 3 Super Telephoto Prime type Canon RF mount lens alternatives with highest max magnification ratios:

  • Canon RF 800mm F5.6L IS USM: 0.34x - (Compare)
  • Canon RF 1200mm F8L IS USM: 0.29x - (Compare)
  • Canon RF 400mm F2.8L IS USM: 0.17x - (Compare)

Aperture

Canon RF 600mm F11 IS STM has a max aperture of F11 and a minimum aperture of F11.

Optical Formula

Canon RF 600mm F11 IS STM's optical formula consists of 10 elements in 7 groups . Special elements used in this design is DO lens (Gapless double-layer diffractive optics).

Lens Hood

Canon RF 600mm F11 IS STM doesn't come with a lens hood. You have to order the hood separately and the model number of the hood is Canon ET-88B.

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Canon RF 600mm F11 IS STM Lens Hood


Body Colour

Canon RF 600mm F11 IS STM is available in Black color.

Popular Comparisons of Canon RF 600mm F11 IS STM

Here are the eight most popular comparisons of the Canon RF 600mm F11 IS STM amongst Camera Decision readers.

Top Alternatives of Canon RF 600mm F11 IS STM Lens
Model Coverage Weight Focusing Street Price
Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C Lens Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C
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35mm FF 1,930 g / 4.25 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Canon RF 100-400mm F5.6-8 IS USM Lens Canon RF 100-400mm F5.6-8 IS USM
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35mm FF 635 g / 1.40 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Canon RF 800mm F11 IS STM Lens Canon RF 800mm F11 IS STM
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35mm FF 1,260 g / 2.77 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Canon RF 600mm F4L IS USM Lens Canon RF 600mm F4L IS USM
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35mm FF 3,090 g / 6.80 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1L IS USM Lens Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1L IS USM
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35mm FF 1,365 g / 3.00 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM S Lens Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM S
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35mm FF 2,860 g / 6.29 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C Lens Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C
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35mm FF 1,930 g / 4.25 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sony E 70-350mm F4.5-6.3 G OSS Lens Sony E 70-350mm F4.5-6.3 G OSS
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APS-C / DX 625 g / 1.38 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo


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Canon RF 600mm F11 IS STM Alternatives in Canon RF Mount
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Canon RF 800mm F5.6L IS USM Lens Canon RF 800mm F5.6L IS USM
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35mm FF 3140 g / 6.91 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Canon RF 800mm F11 IS STM Lens Canon RF 800mm F11 IS STM
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35mm FF 1260 g / 2.77 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Canon RF 600mm F4L IS USM Lens Canon RF 600mm F4L IS USM
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35mm FF 3090 g / 6.80 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo

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Canon RF 600mm F11 IS STM Detailed Specifications


General
Brand Canon
Lens Type Prime
Lens Type Telephoto Prime
Lens Mount Canon RF
Max Format 35mm FF
Focal Range 600mm
Image Stabilization Yes
Colour Black
Zoom Method No Zoom
Power Zoom No Zoom
Zoom Lock No Zoom
Zoom Ratio 1.0X
APERTURE
Max Aperture F11
Min Aperture F11
Aperture Ring No
Diaphragm Blades 9
Optics
Optical Elements 10
Optical Groups 7
Special Elements DO lens (Gapless double-layer diffractive optics)

FOCUSING
Min Focus Distance 4.5m
Max Magnification 0.14X
Autofocus Yes
AF Motor Type Stepper motor
Focus Method Internal
DoF Scale No
PHYSICAL SPECS
Weight 930g
Diameter 93mm
Length 270mm
Weather Sealing No
Filter Thread 82mm
Filter Notes -
Hood Supplied No
Hood Code Canon ET-88B
Tripod Collar No
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