Canon mirrorless shooters will be thrilled to learn about the announcement of two brand new super telephoto lenses, including the longest fixed focal length lens in Canon’s EOS R system lineup. Outdoor sports, photojournalists, and wildlife photographers (to just name a few) will experience two lenses with incredible telephoto capabilities, at the same quality you’ve come to know and expect from Canon’s incredible lens lineup. The two new lenses include a Canon 1200mm f/8 L IS USM Lens and Canon 800mm f/5.6 L IS USM Lens.
Canon’s EOS R series of cameras first debuted in October of 2018, and Canon has been quickly adding new lenses of all types since. These two lenses mark the major release of two super telephoto lens, clearly geared towards photographers that require the highest quality images at super long focal lengths. Both lenses are compatible with RF1.4x and RF2X extenders, for those moments where you need maximum reach. Let’s take a look at the specs of the two new lenses.
Canon RF1200mm F8 L IS USM Lens
The Canon RF 1200mm F/8 Lens is the longest fixed focal length lens in Canon’s EOS R System lineup. Combine this with the RF1.4X or RF2X extender, and the focal length will be a stunning 1680mm and 2400mm, respectively. This brand new super telephoto weighs in surprisingly lightweight, at just 7.4 pounds. The 1200mm lens also includes image stabilization, giving up to four stops of optical correction for camera shake for instances where a tripod isn’t available.
Key Features:
- Focal length of 1200mm
- Maximum and minimum aperture of f/8 – f/64
- RF Mount, metal
- Compatible with the Canon EOS R-series
- Minimum focusing distance of 4.3m (14.1 ft.)
- Maximum magnification of 0.29x
Canon constructed this lens with 26 elements in 18 groups, with a filter size of 52mm. It has nine aperture blades, which are arranged in a circular shape. The minimum focusing distance is 14.1 feet. In addition to the lens, photographers will receive a long lens hood, lens cap, dust cap, and lens case. Lastly, this super telephoto is dust and weather resistant, with a rubber ring on the lens mount to help protect the lens from outside dirt and water. The lens uses a fluorine coating on the front element, making it easier than ever to clean the glass quickly and efficiently.
RF 800mm F5.6 L IS USM Lens
The Canon RF 800mm f/5.6 L IS USM Lens touts excellent image quality in a versatile and lightweight package. Weighing in at just 6.9 pounds, this is one of the lightest super telephoto lenses in its class. Combine the 800mm lens with either the RF1.4X or RF2X Extenders to reach even greater focal lengths, 1120mm and 1600mm, respectively. With a maximum aperture of f/5.6, this lens is a perfect choice for photographers shooting low light, or fast-moving action.
Key Features:
- Focal length of 800mm
- Maximum and minimum aperture of f/5.6 – f/64
- RF Mount, metal
- Compatible with theCanon EOS R-series
- Minimum focusing distance of 2.6 m / 8.53 ft.
- Maximum Magnification of 0.34x
Optical image stabilization provides up to 4.5 stops of shake correction to make sure you get consistently sharp results. Canon constructed this super telephoto with 26 elements in 18 groups and a 52mm filter size, and nine circular shaped aperture blades. Minimum focusing distance for this lens is just 8.53 feet. The lens has a dust and weather resistant construction, and a rubber ring on the lens mount. In addition to the lens, photographers will receive a long lens hood, lens cap, dust cap, and lens case. Fluorine coating is used on the front element of the lens, meaning you can clean dust or water off very easily.
You can preorder your new Canon telephoto lenses at Adorama today:
