Canon EF 300mm f/2.8L IS II USM

EF 300mm f/2.8L IS II USM

Manufacturer
Canon
SKU
4411B005
29-08-2010
High-performance L-series super-telephoto lens, with 4 stop Image Stabilizer with 3 modes ideal for all types of action photography. The EF 300mm f/2.8L IS II USM delivers outstanding image quality in a robust lightweight construction.

High performance super-telephoto lens
With a large aperture of f/2.8, the EF 300mm f/2.8L IS II USM is a high performance super-telephoto lens delivering exceptional image quality in a durable and lightweight design.

L-series quality
The L-series is Canon's flagship professional lens range, representing the best in precision-designed EF optics. L-series lenses combine superior performance with superlative handling, and are highly resistant to dust and moisture.

4-stop Image Stabilizer
A 4-stop optical Image Stabilizer – specially designed for the lens’ specific focal length range – works to counteract image blur, which can occur during handheld shooting, or at slow shutter speeds. Automatic panning detection ensures effective performance when tracking moving subjects and, as the IS system is based in the lens, results are visible through the viewfinder during framing.

Enhanced image quality with SWC coating
Designed for use in digital photography, Canon’s patented Subwavelength structure coating helps minimise the ghosting and flare caused by internal reflections. By eliminating the cause, the coating reduces reflections and helps to deliver crisp, clear images.

3 IS Modes
Ideally suited for all types of action photography especially those disciplines that require the utilization of panning, the new IS mode 3 only activates the image stabilizer element during exposure.

Fast, quiet auto focus
A ring USM (Ultrasonic motor) uses ultrasonic frequency vibrations to drive extremely rapid auto focus with near-silent operation. A high-speed CPU and optimised AF algorithms contribute to fast AF performance. Full time electronic manual focus override is available without having to switch out of AF mode.

Technical details

Weight 
2.4 kg
Source data-sheet
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Performance

Manual focus
Y
Maximum magnification 
0.18x
AF actuator
Ring USM

Lens system

Component for 
SLR
Lens structure (elements/groups) 
16/12
Lens type 
Telephoto
Focus adjustment
Manual
Closest focusing distance
2m
Image stabilizer 
Y
Lens mount interface 
Canon EF
Maximum aperture number 
32
Minimum aperture number 
32
Number of diaphragm blades
9
Diagonal angle of view (max)
8.25°
Diagonal angle of view (min)
8.25°
Image stabilizer number of stops
4
Viewing angle, horizontal 
6.85°
Viewing angle, vertical 
4.53°

Weight & dimensions

Diameter 
12.8 cm
Filter size 
5.2 cm
Length 
24.8 cm

Other features

Magnification 
0.18x