Canon Releases Two Premium Class Telephoto Lenses for Mirrorless Cameras

Suara.com – Canon through PT Datascript presents two telephoto lens for the EOS R series full-frame mirrorless cameras, namely the RF400mm f/2.8L IS USM and RF600mm f/4L IS USM lenses.

The two lenses that are included in the premium L series lens line are intended for professional photographers who prioritize optimal image quality, performance, and durability when shooting.

Head of Marketing Division Canon Business Unit PT Datascrip Syailendra Kamdani said, since the introduction of the first full-frame mirrorless EOS R camera in 2018, Canon has developed and launched various lenses with RF mounts for users of the EOS R system.

“With the presence of these two super telephoto lenses, it further confirms our commitment to continue to develop the RF lens ecosystem to meet the needs of photography enthusiasts in various genres,” said Syailendra in a release received, Friday (10/9/2021).

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The Canon RF400mm f/2.8L IS USM and RF600mm f/4L IS USM lenses inherit the optical and mechanical design of the Canon EF400mm f/2.8L IS III USM and EF600mm f/4L IS III USM lenses.

This makes these two RF lenses lighter in weight, as well as a significant improvement in optical quality compared to previous generation lenses.

By combining two fluorite lens elements and one Super UD lens element, the RF400mm f/2.8L IS USM and RF600mm f/4L IS USM are capable of correcting chromatic aberrations and providing excellent contrast. For close-up shots, these two lenses can produce impressive images.

Thanks to the characteristics of the RF mount which has a large mount diameter, the minimum focusing distance can be closer, namely 2.5m for the RF400mm f/2.8L IS USM and 4.2m for the RF600mm f/4L IS USM lens.

Canon includes Air Sphere Coating (ASC) technology on both lenses, which can effectively control the appearance of ghosting and flaring effects, even when a strong light source is in the frame.

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This is useful when shooting situations where the light is coming from, such as when shooting motorcycle racing or cars when the vehicle’s headlights are on.

Both telephoto lenses are equipped with an Image Stabilizer (IS) that can reach 5.5 stops. It is intended for shooting in low light conditions.

The RF400mm f/2.8L IS USM and RF600mm f/4L IS USM lenses have three IS modes that are optimized to match the movement of the subject when shooting.

Mode 1 is for stationary subjects, mode 2 is ideal for panning shots, and mode 3 is for subjects with irregular motion, such as when shooting a basketball game where player movements are unpredictable.

For reliability and durability, both lenses are specially designed with weather sealing to prevent dust and water droplets from entering. In addition, the RF400mm f/2.8L IS USM and RF600mm f/4L IS USM are coated with the iconic white tint, typical of Canon’s professional telephoto lenses.

This coating is heat-resistant, scratch-resistant and maintains photo quality in various conditions and weather.

For users who need extra range, these two super telephoto lenses are compatible with existing RF extenders, namely RF 1.4x and RF 2x. For example, when the RF600mm f/4L IS USM is paired with a 2x RF extender, users can achieve focal lengths of up to 1200mm.

The price of the Canon RF400mm f/2.8L IS USM lens is IDR 224 million, while the price of the Canon RF600mm f/4L IS USM lens is IDR 244 million.

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