Canon EF 400mm f/4.0 DO IS USM

EF 400mm f/4.0 DO IS USM

Manufacturer
Canon
SKU
7034A009
17-05-2007
Features
The world's first multi-layer DO element for telephoto lens Small and light High image quality Image Stabilization for equivalent effect of a shutter speed of two stops faster Highly resistant against dust and moisture

Built to our professional standards with fast AF, full-time mechanical focus and dust and water-resistant construction

The EF 400mm f/4 DO IS USM is the worlds first super telephoto lens incorporating "Multi-Layer Diffractive Optical (DO) Element", for camera lenses, and is considered a major breakthrough. The outstanding feature, being its superb ability to correct chromatic aberrations. By incorporating this optical element in the optical design the EF 400mm f/4 IS USM is much smaller and lighter than a comparable lens having conventional optical elements. The Multi-Layer Diffractive Optical Element developed by Canon is a milestone optical element possessing the characteristics of both fluorite and aspherical elements, which has led to the production of high-performance camera lenses.

Technical details

Weight 
1,94 kg

Performance

Auto focus 
Y
AF actuator
DO IS USM

Lens system

Lens structure (elements/groups) 
17/13
Fixed focal length
40 cm
Closest focusing distance
3,5m
Minimum aperture number 
32
Number of diaphragm blades
8
Diagonal angle of view (max)

Weight & dimensions

Diameter 
12,8 cm
Filter size 
5,2 cm
Length 
23,27 cm

Other features

Magnification 
0.12X