The RF 100–400mm gives an EOS R setup substantial reach for animals, outdoor sports and distant landscape details without the weight of many large professional telephoto lenses. Its approximately 635-gram weight makes it a realistic addition to a walking kit. The zoom range lets you adjust framing as the subject changes distance, while optical stabilization assists with camera shake. The main tradeoff is the F8 maximum aperture at 400mm: daylight is easier to work with, and fast subjects may still require higher ISO settings. Choose this lens for accessible long-lens photography, then practice subject tracking and shutter-speed selection before expecting the extra reach alone to solve missed action shots.
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Specifications and selected package
| Mount | Canon RF; full-frame coverage |
|---|---|
| Zoom range | 100–400mm |
| Maximum aperture | F5.6–8 |
| Weight | Approximately 635g |
Who this model suits
Daylight wildlife, outdoor sport and distant details.
Important buying checks
F8 at the long end limits light gathering; stabilization does not stop subject motion.
For EOS R cameras; Canon identifies RF1.4x and RF2x extender compatibility. Check the resulting aperture and body support before adding an extender.
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Canon RF 100–400mm F5.6–8 IS USM
Canon RF mount; black lens
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Manufacturer documentation and primary references checked 2026-11-02. Specifications can depend on region, hardware revision and selected bundle.