Canon EF 300mm F/2.8L USM

Specifications01

MountCANON EF

Focal length300mm

Max aperturef/2.8

TypeTelephoto · Prime

Release year1987

Weight2855 g

Min focus distance3 m

Max magnification0.1099

Aperture blades8

Optical elements10

Groups8

AutofocusYes

StabilizationNo

Aperture controlNone The aperture is controlled from the camera

Lens hoodET-118 - Clamp-on round

TeleconvertersCanon Extender EF 1.4X→ 420mm F/3.9 Canon Extender EF 1.4X II→ 420mm F/3.9 Canon Extender EF 1.4X III→ 420mm F/3.9 Canon Extender EF 2X→ 600mm F/5.6 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 USM is a Canon EF-mount prime telephoto lens with a maximum aperture of f/2.8, intended for sports, wildlife, and low-light telephoto use.

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