Canon EF 300mm F/2.8L IS USM

Specifications01

MountCANON EF

Focal length300mm

Max aperturef/2.8

TypeTelephoto · Prime

Release year1999

Weight2550 g

Physical length252 mm

Min focus distance2.5 m

Max magnification0.1299

Aperture blades8

Optical elements17

Groups13

AutofocusYes

StabilizationYes

Aperture controlNone The aperture is controlled from the camera

Lens hoodET-120 - Clamp-on round

TeleconvertersCanon Extender EF 1.4X II→ 420mm F/3.9 Canon Extender EF 1.4X III→ 420mm F/3.9 Canon Extender EF 2X II→ 600mm F/5.6 Canon Extender EF 2X III→ 600mm F/5.6

EraFilm era

Production statusDiscontinued

Additional Info02

Lens TypeSuper telephoto prime lens

Field Notes02

Canon EF 300mm f/2.8L IS USM is a fixed telephoto prime lens for sports, wildlife, and low-light subject isolation, featuring optical image stabilization and fast f/2.8 aperture.

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