Canon EF 1200mm F/5.6L USM

Specifications01

MountCANON EF

Focal length1200mm

Max aperturef/5.6

TypeTelephoto · Prime

Release year1993

Weight16500 g

Min focus distance14 m

Max magnification0.0901

Aperture blades8

Optical elements13

Groups10

AutofocusYes

StabilizationNo

Aperture controlNone The aperture is controlled from the camera

Lens hoodBuilt-in telescopic round

TeleconvertersCanon Extender EF 1.4X II→ 1680mm F/7.8 Canon Extender EF 1.4X III→ 1680mm F/7.8 Canon Extender EF 2X II→ 2400mm F/11.2 Canon Extender EF 2X III→ 2400mm F/11.2

EraFilm era

Production statusDiscontinued

Additional Info02

Lens TypeSuper telephoto prime lens

Field Notes02

Canon EF 1200mm f/5.6L USM is a fixed super-telephoto prime lens for distant subjects. The maximum aperture is f/5.6, suitable for long-range shooting on Canon EF mounts.

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