Canon RF 800mm f/11 Is STM Lens
With this Supertele lens the world comes a little closer. The powerful 4stage image stabilizer and compact, lightweight design allows you to take shots you never thought possible. Whether you're on a safari or airplane watching, the telephoto focal length allows you to capture distant subjects in full frame and detail. The 4step image stabilizer enables supersharp telephoto shots and smooth, freehand video recording. Thanks to the RF bayonet, the F11 aperture and the DO (Diffractive Optics) optics, the lens weighs only approx. 1,260g and has a length of only 281.8 mm when transported. An STM motor provides smooth, quiet AF, and the lens control ring allows intuitive time/aperture/ISO adjustment. The slatless F11 aperture allows a comfortable bokeh. The super telephoto lens with powerful image stabiliser and AF is ideal for photo enthusiasts who like to travel with light equipment.
With this Supertele lens the world comes a little closer. The powerful 4stage image stabilizer and compact, lightweight design allows you to take shots you never thought possible. Whether you're on a safari or airplane watching, the telephoto focal length allows you to capture distant subjects in full frame and detail. The 4step image stabilizer enables supersharp telephoto shots and smooth, freehand video recording. Thanks to the RF bayonet, the F11 aperture and the DO (Diffractive Optics) optics, the lens weighs only approx. 1,260g and has a length of only 281.8 mm when transported. An STM motor provides smooth, quiet AF, and the lens control ring allows intuitive time/aperture/ISO adjustment. The slatless F11 aperture allows a comfortable bokeh. The super telephoto lens with powerful image stabiliser and AF is ideal for photo enthusiasts who like to travel with light equipment.
With this Supertele lens the world comes a little closer. The powerful 4stage image stabilizer and compact, lightweight design allows you to take shots you never thought possible. Whether you're on a safari or airplane watching, the telephoto focal length allows you to capture distant subjects in full frame and detail. The 4step image stabilizer enables supersharp telephoto shots and smooth, freehand video recording. Thanks to the RF bayonet, the F11 aperture and the DO (Diffractive Optics) optics, the lens weighs only approx. 1,260g and has a length of only 281.8 mm when transported. An STM motor provides smooth, quiet AF, and the lens control ring allows intuitive time/aperture/ISO adjustment. The slatless F11 aperture allows a comfortable bokeh. The super telephoto lens with powerful image stabiliser and AF is ideal for photo enthusiasts who like to travel with light equipment.
With this Supertele lens the world comes a little closer. The powerful 4stage image stabilizer and compact, lightweight design allows you to take shots you never thought possible. Whether you're on a safari or airplane watching, the telephoto focal length allows you to capture distant subjects in full frame and detail. The 4step image stabilizer enables supersharp telephoto shots and smooth, freehand video recording. Thanks to the RF bayonet, the F11 aperture and the DO (Diffractive Optics) optics, the lens weighs only approx. 1,260g and has a length of only 281.8 mm when transported. An STM motor provides smooth, quiet AF, and the lens control ring allows intuitive time/aperture/ISO adjustment. The slatless F11 aperture allows a comfortable bokeh. The super telephoto lens with powerful image stabiliser and AF is ideal for photo enthusiasts who like to travel with light equipment.
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I own both the Canon RF 800mm f/11 IS STM and the Canon RF 600mm f/11 IS STM lenses, and I can provide a direct comparison. I bought both lenses to photograph birds using a Canon R6. I purchased the 600 mm lens first because of its smaller size and lower price, and I remain pleased with its images and performance. However, for smaller birds at a distance, I decided it would be worthwhile having the higher resolution of the 800mm lens. What I have found is that images taken with the two lenses have nearly identical optical quality. Both produce nicely sharp images when light is abundant. Functionality also is nearly identical for the two lenses. Autofocus is quick and accurate, and image stabilization is excellent for both cameras (I usually shoot hand-held). Both ... MoreI own both the Canon RF 800mm f/11 IS STM and the Canon RF 600mm f/11 IS STM lenses, and I can provide a direct comparison. I bought both lenses to photograph birds using a Canon R6. I purchased the 600 mm lens first because of its smaller size and lower price, and I remain pleased with its images and performance. However, for smaller birds at a distance, I decided it would be worthwhile having the higher resolution of the 800mm lens. What I have found is that images taken with the two lenses have nearly identical optical quality. Both produce nicely sharp images when light is abundant. Functionality also is nearly identical for the two lenses. Autofocus is quick and accurate, and image stabilization is excellent for both cameras (I usually shoot hand-held). Both also are light in weight for their size. The biggest downside for both lenses is that they both have a fixed f/11 aperture, which requires high ISO settings in low light situations and leads to pixilation. Bottom line: both lenses are excellent for daylight photography. If you want a larger field of view, a smaller size, the ability to focus closer (4.5 versus 6 meters), and a lower price, go with the 600 mm; if you want higher resolution and have a couple hundred extra dollars to spend, the 800 mm is a great lens.
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I've avoided 800mm focal length lenses in the past, partly because of the cost (that can be very high) and partly because of the bulk and weight of the better options available. This lens addresses both those issues, giving up some flexibility and quality in return. For me, the trade off is a no brainer. The cost is very reasonable and the downsides such as the fixed f/11 aperture and a build quality that is not tank-like turn out to be of little consequence in real life use, with the plus that the weight of the lens is astonishingly light on the camera for a unit of this size. Its extendable/retractable nature makes it relatively compact as well. This make it a pleasure to use, and that means it is likely to be on the camera rather than off, encouraging more ... MoreI've avoided 800mm focal length lenses in the past, partly because of the cost (that can be very high) and partly because of the bulk and weight of the better options available. This lens addresses both those issues, giving up some flexibility and quality in return. For me, the trade off is a no brainer. The cost is very reasonable and the downsides such as the fixed f/11 aperture and a build quality that is not tank-like turn out to be of little consequence in real life use, with the plus that the weight of the lens is astonishingly light on the camera for a unit of this size. Its extendable/retractable nature makes it relatively compact as well. This make it a pleasure to use, and that means it is likely to be on the camera rather than off, encouraging more photography. The image quality is very good and the depth of field provided by the fixed aperture is going to be perfectly useful in most situations. At 800mm, long range image quality is going to be susceptible to atmospheric conditions in some situations and to make good use of this lens you need to be aware of the types of distortions that can affect your image and that have nothing to do with the lens itself. That said, this lens opens up opportunities with wildlife that you just don't get with lenses with less reach. With it, I've expanded my photographic capabilities in a very satisfying way. Its existence and engineering are a clear plus for the mirrorless system.
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After getting tired of lugging heavier around L lenses, I tried this one.I find the fixed f/11 a bit annoying since you lose the extra depth of field that you could get by going to a smaller aperture, but in general you get adequate, if not ideal DOF. It works well for bird photography, but best in profile or you can get the tail out of focus. I've tried it with the 1.4 and 2.0 extender. With the 2.0 in really good light you are still going to be dealing with a 1 /320sec speed, so its pushing it for stopping motion, but it can work. Probably the RF600 is about the high end that really performs well with the 2.0X and it's lighter and shorter. Finding your target takes a little practice at first, but I have no trouble with the 800 alone and still am pretty ... MoreAfter getting tired of lugging heavier around L lenses, I tried this one.I find the fixed f/11 a bit annoying since you lose the extra depth of field that you could get by going to a smaller aperture, but in general you get adequate, if not ideal DOF. It works well for bird photography, but best in profile or you can get the tail out of focus. I've tried it with the 1.4 and 2.0 extender. With the 2.0 in really good light you are still going to be dealing with a 1 /320sec speed, so its pushing it for stopping motion, but it can work. Probably the RF600 is about the high end that really performs well with the 2.0X and it's lighter and shorter. Finding your target takes a little practice at first, but I have no trouble with the 800 alone and still am pretty successful with the 1.4X. In any event the 800 + 1.4 +R5 combo weighs in at 4 lbs 10 oz, so it is a real delight to carry around compared to other options. Using the eye-tracking makes it great for birds as long as there aren't too many branches nearby. It also works well for birds in flight, as you can see from the attached photo.
| Lens system | |
| Closest focusing distance | 6 m |
| Lens mount interface | Canon RF |
| Viewing angle, horizontal | 2.35° |
| Viewing angle, vertical | 1.4° |
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Canon RF 800mm f11 IS STM Ultra-Telephoto Lens RF Mount With Stepping Motor Autofocus And Control Ring
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I own both the Canon RF 800mm f/11 IS STM and the Canon RF 600mm f/11 IS STM lenses, and I can provide a direct comparison. I bought both lenses to photograph birds using a Canon R6. I purchased the 600 mm lens first because of its smaller size and lower price, and I remain pleased with its images and performance. However, for smaller birds at a distance, I decided it would be worthwhile having the higher resolution of the 800mm lens. What I have found is that images taken with the two lenses have nearly identical optical quality. Both produce nicely sharp images when light is abundant. Functionality also is nearly identical for the two lenses. Autofocus is quick and accurate, and image stabilization is excellent for both cameras (I usually shoot hand-held). Both ... MoreI own both the Canon RF 800mm f/11 IS STM and the Canon RF 600mm f/11 IS STM lenses, and I can provide a direct comparison. I bought both lenses to photograph birds using a Canon R6. I purchased the 600 mm lens first because of its smaller size and lower price, and I remain pleased with its images and performance. However, for smaller birds at a distance, I decided it would be worthwhile having the higher resolution of the 800mm lens. What I have found is that images taken with the two lenses have nearly identical optical quality. Both produce nicely sharp images when light is abundant. Functionality also is nearly identical for the two lenses. Autofocus is quick and accurate, and image stabilization is excellent for both cameras (I usually shoot hand-held). Both also are light in weight for their size. The biggest downside for both lenses is that they both have a fixed f/11 aperture, which requires high ISO settings in low light situations and leads to pixilation. Bottom line: both lenses are excellent for daylight photography. If you want a larger field of view, a smaller size, the ability to focus closer (4.5 versus 6 meters), and a lower price, go with the 600 mm; if you want higher resolution and have a couple hundred extra dollars to spend, the 800 mm is a great lens.
I've avoided 800mm focal length lenses in the past, partly because of the cost (that can be very high) and partly because of the bulk and weight of the better options available. This lens addresses both those issues, giving up some flexibility and quality in return. For me, the trade off is a no brainer. The cost is very reasonable and the downsides such as the fixed f/11 aperture and a build quality that is not tank-like turn out to be of little consequence in real life use, with the plus that the weight of the lens is astonishingly light on the camera for a unit of this size. Its extendable/retractable nature makes it relatively compact as well. This make it a pleasure to use, and that means it is likely to be on the camera rather than off, encouraging more ... MoreI've avoided 800mm focal length lenses in the past, partly because of the cost (that can be very high) and partly because of the bulk and weight of the better options available. This lens addresses both those issues, giving up some flexibility and quality in return. For me, the trade off is a no brainer. The cost is very reasonable and the downsides such as the fixed f/11 aperture and a build quality that is not tank-like turn out to be of little consequence in real life use, with the plus that the weight of the lens is astonishingly light on the camera for a unit of this size. Its extendable/retractable nature makes it relatively compact as well. This make it a pleasure to use, and that means it is likely to be on the camera rather than off, encouraging more photography. The image quality is very good and the depth of field provided by the fixed aperture is going to be perfectly useful in most situations. At 800mm, long range image quality is going to be susceptible to atmospheric conditions in some situations and to make good use of this lens you need to be aware of the types of distortions that can affect your image and that have nothing to do with the lens itself. That said, this lens opens up opportunities with wildlife that you just don't get with lenses with less reach. With it, I've expanded my photographic capabilities in a very satisfying way. Its existence and engineering are a clear plus for the mirrorless system.
After getting tired of lugging heavier around L lenses, I tried this one.I find the fixed f/11 a bit annoying since you lose the extra depth of field that you could get by going to a smaller aperture, but in general you get adequate, if not ideal DOF. It works well for bird photography, but best in profile or you can get the tail out of focus. I've tried it with the 1.4 and 2.0 extender. With the 2.0 in really good light you are still going to be dealing with a 1 /320sec speed, so its pushing it for stopping motion, but it can work. Probably the RF600 is about the high end that really performs well with the 2.0X and it's lighter and shorter. Finding your target takes a little practice at first, but I have no trouble with the 800 alone and still am pretty ... MoreAfter getting tired of lugging heavier around L lenses, I tried this one.I find the fixed f/11 a bit annoying since you lose the extra depth of field that you could get by going to a smaller aperture, but in general you get adequate, if not ideal DOF. It works well for bird photography, but best in profile or you can get the tail out of focus. I've tried it with the 1.4 and 2.0 extender. With the 2.0 in really good light you are still going to be dealing with a 1 /320sec speed, so its pushing it for stopping motion, but it can work. Probably the RF600 is about the high end that really performs well with the 2.0X and it's lighter and shorter. Finding your target takes a little practice at first, but I have no trouble with the 800 alone and still am pretty successful with the 1.4X. In any event the 800 + 1.4 +R5 combo weighs in at 4 lbs 10 oz, so it is a real delight to carry around compared to other options. Using the eye-tracking makes it great for birds as long as there aren't too many branches nearby. It also works well for birds in flight, as you can see from the attached photo.
For the money, and within its limitations, this is an astonishing lens. The IQ is excellent for something so cheap; professional tests suggest that it's a fraction sharper than its 600mm sibling. Its very low weight, combined with good stabilisation, mean it's entirely possible to use it hand-held, at least in reasonably bright conditions - in fact I've hardly used it on a tripod. Focussing speed is pretty decent.But there are limitations, presented here in order of severity:1. The restricted AF area (a square in the middle of the frame) means that, while the focal length can get you very close to, say, a bird, if it fills most of the frame and you're looking at it side on you may not be able to focus on the head/eyes because they will be outside the AF area. ... MoreFor the money, and within its limitations, this is an astonishing lens. The IQ is excellent for something so cheap; professional tests suggest that it's a fraction sharper than its 600mm sibling. Its very low weight, combined with good stabilisation, mean it's entirely possible to use it hand-held, at least in reasonably bright conditions - in fact I've hardly used it on a tripod. Focussing speed is pretty decent.But there are limitations, presented here in order of severity:1. The restricted AF area (a square in the middle of the frame) means that, while the focal length can get you very close to, say, a bird, if it fills most of the frame and you're looking at it side on you may not be able to focus on the head/eyes because they will be outside the AF area. This is easily the worst thing about this lens. The AF area may be larger (proportionally to the frame) on Canon's new R7 and R10 APS-C cameras.2. The lack of zoom, combined with the huge focal length, means it can be difficult to successfully point the lens at something you've spotted with the naked eye, though practice will no doubt help. As noted above, the AF area may be larger in the frame on an R7 or R10 - but finding your subject at an effective 1280mm focal length will be even harder.3. The minimum focus distance of 6 metres may seem a bit long but anything bigger than a starling at that sort of distance is going to be too big for the frame anyway - it's easy for instance to get nice head shots of larger birds like ducks.4. The fixed f11 aperture is not as big an issue as you might think - while you may have to ramp up the ISO to get a short enough exposure (not really a problem on an R6, with its superb low-light capabilities) the DOF even at f11 is not deep on an 800mm lens. Being able to change the aperture would probably have at least doubled the price.Anyone expecting professional quality from this lens will be disappointed. But for what it costs, what it can do is amazing.
I bought this to use with my Canon R6 as primarily a lightweight walkabout lens. The pair perform fantastically! Lightweight enough to carry in hand for hours while walking. The build quality seems pretty good for the price - It's not as robust as some of the superior 'L' lenses but certainly doesn't feel cheap. It is not weather sealed (not unreasonable considering it's built at a sensible cost). Regardless it appears to be very capable! Switches feel good, the focus ring is smooth, I have the silver control ring set to exposure compensation (when on aperture priority for quick adjustment for flying subjects). I have been out in light showers but would not push my luck...It provides excellent reach as expected.The autofocus on the R6 is limited at f11(fixed ... MoreI bought this to use with my Canon R6 as primarily a lightweight walkabout lens. The pair perform fantastically! Lightweight enough to carry in hand for hours while walking. The build quality seems pretty good for the price - It's not as robust as some of the superior 'L' lenses but certainly doesn't feel cheap. It is not weather sealed (not unreasonable considering it's built at a sensible cost). Regardless it appears to be very capable! Switches feel good, the focus ring is smooth, I have the silver control ring set to exposure compensation (when on aperture priority for quick adjustment for flying subjects). I have been out in light showers but would not push my luck...It provides excellent reach as expected.The autofocus on the R6 is limited at f11(fixed aperture on this lens) to a reduced set of focus points but similar to my 5Diii which i'm used to and happy with. Focus appears fast and reliable and stabilisation helps a lot. I'm just getting used to things but have tried higher ISO and lower shutter speeds in lower light with some success.I would conclude by saying the lens is a fantastic choice for wildlife photography. Yes there are a few compromises but at a realistic cost, weight, size and reach. Overall pretty good build quality, great sharpness and size make it a lens you can happily carry in the hand and not have to get out the bag each time and that gets the shots!
This is the lens for you ! I had rented this lens and did surprisingly well with it in the field. I then rented the RF 100-500, a MUCH more expensive lens, and probably didn't do quite as good ? What I learned, was that the zoom function of the 100-500 wasn't near as important as the reach of the RF 800 F11 ! Oh, and since I almost constantly had the 2.0 Teleconverter on the 100-500, it was no faster, than this lens ! In fact, the 100-500 was just a touch slower ! Anyway, nothing against the 100-500, if zooming is important for your shooting, but if good reach on a budget is your priority, I don't think their is anything else that can do it like this lens, for this price. Anxious to get my own copy today or tomorrow :)
This prime lens does take great photos when you can get it focused on your subject. Unfortunately there are a lot of struggles maintaining focus. I have loaded two unedited photos (they are cropped) that were taken within seconds of each other and the eye-focus was active. Adding to the issue of focus is the fixed F11 aperture. I knew this would be an issue in anything but bright daylight conditions when I purchased the lens. While shooting wildlife I often use auto ISO and then adjust my shutter speed. This can create some really high ISO which then creates a ton of noise. Software can clean some of the noise up, but, if the ISO is 12800 then this may not be possible. If you are shooting a distant landscape with a tripod then this may not be an issue.
I'm using the RF 800 lens/R5 combo to shoot perched shots of the short eared owl here in Hawai'i. I was using the Canon 600/4 IS lens with the 1.4 ex. on a monopod but it was to bulky/top heavy. I usually use this lens on a Gitzo tripod/Wimberley setup. Then I used the Canon 100-400 2 lens with the 1.4 ext. which was compact and easy to handle although I started to use it on a monopod to lower the ISO. These owls are super skittish so I had to keep my distance. I purchased the RF 800 lens for more focal length and the handling was great. The minimum focusing distance isn't a problem using it for the owls and fixed aperature of f11 isn't a huge drawback. I shoot in dim over cast conditions sometimes or when the owl is perched in the shade and it isn't a detriment. I ... MoreI'm using the RF 800 lens/R5 combo to shoot perched shots of the short eared owl here in Hawai'i. I was using the Canon 600/4 IS lens with the 1.4 ex. on a monopod but it was to bulky/top heavy. I usually use this lens on a Gitzo tripod/Wimberley setup. Then I used the Canon 100-400 2 lens with the 1.4 ext. which was compact and easy to handle although I started to use it on a monopod to lower the ISO. These owls are super skittish so I had to keep my distance. I purchased the RF 800 lens for more focal length and the handling was great. The minimum focusing distance isn't a problem using it for the owls and fixed aperature of f11 isn't a huge drawback. I shoot in dim over cast conditions sometimes or when the owl is perched in the shade and it isn't a detriment. I also use a monopod to stabilize the outfit and esp. when the owl is perched for a long time[37 minutes the longest]. I feel the resolution of this lens is 80-85% of my 600 L lens. The fine detail isn't there but for the price it's definitely worth it. The weight,size,compact storage size and handling makes it a pleasure to use. Very satisfied with this lens and the customer service at BH Photo is always great1
I went digital and saved up for the RF100-500mm zoom reading the reviews that the zoom was sharper than the f11 RF800. After a couple of months I wanted more reach and during a sale I got the RF800. It is so light I thought it can not compete with the RF100-500 zoom even with the 1.4x teleconverter. Boy was I wrong, it is light and fast and breathtakingly sharp. From the first photo I was shocked at how sharp the images that this lens can produce. The filter is a funny size, but the lens has stayed on my camera from the day I got it home, f11 is not such a problem. The 100-500mm with the 1.4x is f10, not much difference and 100mm more reach. And so easy to carry. The only down side is the large minimum focal distance, but the pics are superb!
Great IQ and compatibility with Canon bodies compared to the Sigma Contemporary. Here are a few observations about using it on an R6:Don't fear to use high ISO - Noise is hard to find even at ISO 12,800Use spot or eye focus - otherwise the Camera will focus on the most high contrast area it can find and that won't be where you expected DAMHIK!The focus ring is accessible and sensitive. That's great for overriding auto focus when you need to pick your target out among weeds or brush. But it's also very easy to twist slightly when you're just holding the lens and using autofocus. The resulting slight misfocus is easy to overlook while shooting.It's quirky and different, but Image Quality is very good. The light weight and reach are phenomenal. Hand held ... MoreGreat IQ and compatibility with Canon bodies compared to the Sigma Contemporary. Here are a few observations about using it on an R6:Don't fear to use high ISO - Noise is hard to find even at ISO 12,800Use spot or eye focus - otherwise the Camera will focus on the most high contrast area it can find and that won't be where you expected DAMHIK!The focus ring is accessible and sensitive. That's great for overriding auto focus when you need to pick your target out among weeds or brush. But it's also very easy to twist slightly when you're just holding the lens and using autofocus. The resulting slight misfocus is easy to overlook while shooting.It's quirky and different, but Image Quality is very good. The light weight and reach are phenomenal. Hand held results were far, far better than expected. If you adapt to its various strengths and limitations, it's something special for wildlife and birds!
| Lens system | |
| Closest focusing distance | 6 m |
| Lens mount interface | Canon RF |
| Viewing angle, horizontal | 2.35° |
| Viewing angle, vertical | 1.4° |
