The Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II USM is a high-performance telephoto zoom lens, ideal for wildlife, sports, and documentary filmmaking. It features an impressive 100-400mm focal range and a versatile variable aperture. Built-in Optical Image Stabilisation (IS) with three modes minimises camera shake. The ring-type USM provides fast, quiet, and precise autofocus. Its durable, weather-sealed construction ensures reliability in challenging environments, delivering excellent sharpness and clarity across its extensive range.
Overview
- High-performance telephoto zoom lens
- Versatile 100-400mm focal range
- Built-in Optical Image Stabilisation (IS) with three modes
- Fast and quiet ring-type USM autofocus
- Excellent sharpness and clarity
- Durable, weather-sealed construction
- Ideal for wildlife, sports, and documentary filmmaking
- Rotational-type zoom ring with adjustable torque
Exceptional Reach
The 100-400mm focal range provides significant reach, making it perfect for capturing distant subjects in wildlife, sports, and documentary scenarios where getting physically closer isn’t possible.
Highly Effective Image Stabilisation
The 4-stop Optical Image Stabilisation (IS) system with three modes (standard, panning, and during exposure only) is crucial for sharp handheld shots, especially at longer focal lengths.
Fast & Accurate Autofocus
The ring-type USM (Ultrasonic Motor) delivers quick, precise, and virtually silent autofocus, essential for tracking fast-moving subjects.
Professional L-Series Quality
Part of Canon’s professional L-series, it boasts superb optical quality with excellent sharpness, contrast, and minimal chromatic aberration throughout the zoom range.
Robust & Weather-Sealed
Built to withstand challenging conditions, its dust and weather-sealed construction ensures reliability in adverse outdoor environments.
Versatile for Video (with limitations)
While a photo lens, its reach, IS, and fast AF make it useful for specific video applications, though users should be aware of potential focus breathing or less smooth zoom for dedicated cine use.