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Covering a variety of telephoto focal lengths, the Canon RF 100-500mm f/4.5-7.1 L IS USM spans a short- to super-telephoto range within a sleek and portable form factor. The modest maximum aperture enables a relatively portable design that is well-suited to handheld, walkaround use and optical image stabilization also helps to steady photos and videos by up to five stops when working in difficult lighting conditions. This lens is also characterized by its advanced optical design, which includes a series of Super UD and UD elements to greatly reduce chromatic aberrations and color fringing throughout the zoom range for a degree of clarity and color accuracy.
Covering a variety of telephoto focal lengths, the Canon RF 100-500mm f/4.5-7.1 L IS USM spans a short- to super-telephoto range within a sleek and portable form factor. The modest maximum aperture enables a relatively portable design that is well-suited to handheld, walkaround use and optical image stabilization also helps to steady photos and videos by up to five stops when working in difficult lighting conditions. This lens is also characterized by its advanced optical design, which includes a series of Super UD and UD elements to greatly reduce chromatic aberrations and color fringing throughout the zoom range for a degree of clarity and color accuracy.
Balancing the distinguished optical assets is the Dual Nano USM focus system, which delivers fast, nearly silent autofocus performance with full-time manual focus override. A unique Control Ring is also integrated into the lens design for intuitive control over exposure settings from the lens itself and the rotating zoom ring also feature torque adjustment for fine-tuning the feel of the lens. Additionally, this 100-500mm is weather-sealed and has a fluorine coating to protect the front and rear elements.
Versatile telephoto zoom lens is designed for use with full-frame Canon RF-mount mirrorless cameras.
Six UD (Ultra-Low Dispersion) elements and one Super UD element help to minimize chromatic aberrations and color fringing in order to provide greater clarity and color accuracy.
An Optical Image Stabilizer helps to minimize the appearance of camera shake by five stops to better enable working in low-light conditions and with slower shutter speeds. Three distinct IS modes are available: standard single-shot mode, a panning-optimized mode, and a mode that only activates the Image Stabilizer during the exposure.
Dual Nano USM system utilizes both a ring type USM and an STM mechanism to realize quick and accurate focusing that is also smooth and nearly silent to suit both photography and video applications. This focusing system also affords full-time manual focus control when working in the one-shot AF mode.
Configurable Control Ring can be used to adjust a variety of exposure settings, including aperture, ISO, and exposure compensation.
Protective fluorine coating has been applied to the front and rear element to resist fingerprints and smudges and to make cleaning these elements significantly easier.
As a member of the esteemed L-series, this lens has a weather-resistant design that protects against dust and moisture to enable its use in inclement conditions.
Rotation-type zoom ring features torque adjustment capabilities to fine-tune the handling of the lens or to prevent the lens from accidentally extending.
Included lens hood features a side window to allow for easier adjustment of specialized rotating filters, such as polarizers, while the lens hood is attached.
Compatible with optional Extender RF 1.4x and Extender RF 2x teleconverters, when used within the 300-500mm range of the lens, to further extend the effective focal length range.
UPC: 013803330458
Canon RF 100-500mm f/4.5-7.1L IS USM Specs
Focal Length
100 to 500mm
Aperture
Maximum: f/4.5 to 7.1 Minimum: f/32 to 54
Lens Mount
Canon RF
Lens Format Coverage
Full-Frame
Angle of View
24° to 5°
Minimum Focus Distance
2.95' / 90 cm
Magnification
1:3 Macro Reproduction Ratio 0.33x Magnification
Optical Design
20 Elements in 14 Groups
Aperture/Iris Blades
9, Rounded
Focus Type
Autofocus
Image Stabilization
Yes
Tripod Mounting
Removable and Rotating Collar
Filter Size
77 mm (Front)
Dimensions
ø: 3.7 x L: 8.2" / ø: 93.8 x L: 207.6 mm
Weight
3 lb / 1365 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
5.5 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
12.7 x 8 x 6.9"
Canon RF 100-500mm f/4.5-7.1L IS USM Reviews
A whole new world
By Alfred
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2026-07-05
This is my first time working in the long telephoto world and the RF100-500 has been terrific for learning. Landscape, wildlife and even wildflowers have a whole new perspective. I have been working with the RF24-240 and RF100 Macro on my R5, and the transition has been seamless and intuitive. The multi stabilization settings are straight forward and effective. It's heavier, but hand held shots have been easy and doable. I have a backpack camera bag and adding a bigger lens does make that a little more complicated, but I can't see going anywhere without all 3 lenses. The RF100-500 is the new star of my collection, but when traveling for Landscape shots I will likely keep the RF24-240 on the camera for quick access and have the other two right there for specific situations. I can also see getting the 2x extender of birds and wildlife become a primary focus.
First photo with new lens
By Jay
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2026-06-07
This is the first photo with new camera and lens. This is a major upgrade from my old equipment. Very satisfied with Canon R 7 and this lens.