The Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II USM Lens is a high-performance telephoto zoom lens designed for sports and wildlife photography. Combining advanced optics with a compact and durable construction, this lens delivers exceptional image quality and versatility.
Equipped with a fluorite and super UD element, it offers impressive contrast and resolution while minimizing chromatic aberration. Canon's Air Sphere Coating (ASC) reduces backlit flaring and ghosting, and fluorine coatings on the lens surfaces help prevent smears and fingerprints. The lens features a 9-blade circular aperture that produces beautiful, soft backgrounds and a 3-mode Optical Image Stabilizer (standard, panning, and exposure only) that provides up to 4 stops of image correction.
The EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II USM Lens includes a new inner focusing AF system for fast and accurate focus, reaching down to 3.2 feet with a .31x maximum magnification. It also boasts a rotation-type zoom ring with adjustable torque, a redesigned tripod mount for easy attachment and detachment, and a lens hood with a side window for convenient filter adjustments. Built to withstand challenging conditions, the lens features advanced dust and water sealing for reliable performance in various environments.
Key Features:
- Focal Length & Aperture: 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6
- Optical Construction: 21 elements in 16 groups
- Diagonal Angle of View: 24°–6°10′
- Focus Adjustment: Inner focus system with USM
- Closest Focusing Distance: 3.2 ft. / 0.98m
- Filter Size: 77mm diameter
- Zoom System: Rotation Type
- Image Stabilization: 3-mode Optical Image Stabilizer providing up to 4 stops of correction
- Build Quality: Rugged construction with dust and water sealing
- Dimensions & Weight: Approx. 3.7 x 7.6 in. / 94 x 193mm, Approx. 3.46 lbs. / 1570g (lens only), Approx. 3.62 lbs. / 1640g (lens + tripod mount)
The Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II USM Lens is an excellent choice for photographers seeking a versatile telephoto zoom lens with superior image quality and advanced features. Its robust design and enhanced optical performance make it ideal for capturing distant subjects with clarity and precision. Whether for action shots, wildlife photography, or other challenging scenarios, this lens offers reliability and exceptional results.
