Canon RF 200-800mm F6.3-9 IS USM Review (so far)

November 2, 2023 | Mark Goldstein |

Specifications

Optical Features

  • Image Size Full Frame
  • Angle of View (Horizontal, vertical, diagonal) 10° - 2° 35',
    7° - 1° 40' ,
    12° - 3° 05'
  • Lens Construction (Elements/Groups) 17 / 11
  • Special Optics 3 x UD
  • Number of Diaphragm Blades 9
  • Minimum Aperture 32 - 54
  • Closest Focusing Distance (m) 0.8m (at 200mm)
  • Maximum Magnification (x) 0.25x (at 200mm)
  • Control Ring Yes
  • Image Stabilizer OIS 1 5.5 stos 2
  • Image Stabilizer IBIS x OIS 3 5.5 stops
  • AF Actuator Nano USM
  • Coatings Super Spectra
  • Fluorine No

Accessories

  • Lens Cap E-95
  • Lens Hood ET-101
  • Lens Case/Pouch LZ1438
  • Rear End Cap Lens Dust Cap RF
  • Extender Compatibility Compatible with RF Extender only
  • Other Accessories Lens Strap 40

Specifications with 1.4x Extender

  • Focal Length 280 - 1120mm
  • Maximum Aperture 9 - 13
  • Maximum Magnification 0.37
  • AF Possible Yes
  • Image Stabilizer Yes

Specifications with 2x Extender

  • Focal Length 400 - 1600mm
  • Maximum Aperture 13 - 18
  • Maximum Magnification 0.54
  • AF Possible Yes
  • Image Stabilizer Yes

Physical

  • Dust/Moisture Resistance Yes
  • Filter Diameter (mm) 95
  • Max. Diameter x Length (mm) 4 102.3 x 314.1
  • Weight (g) 2050
  1. Tested under CIPA standards
  2. Tested under CIPA standards
  3. Tested under CIPA standards
  4. Lens dimensions when in retracted state