An impressive and incredibly unique super-telephoto, the Canon RF 600mm f/11 IS STM is an especially compact and lightweight lens considering its long focal length. Featuring a retractable design and a fixed f/11 aperture, this lens's sleek profile makes handheld super-tele shooting a very real possibility, and optical image stabilization further helps to achieve sharp imagery when working in difficult lighting conditions. Also contributing to the reduced size is a distinct optical layout, which uses gapless dual-layer diffractive optics instead of multiple heavier individual elements, which also effectively controls color fringing and chromatic aberrations for high clarity. Complementing this design is an STM stepping motor that delivers quick and quiet autofocus performance that is suitable for both stills and video needs. Additionally, a Control Ring is also integrated into the lens design for intuitive control over exposure settings from the lens itself. If you need more reach, the 600mm is compatible with the 1.4x and 2x RF Extenders for an effective focal length of 840mm or 1200mm, respectively.
- RF-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format
- Fixed f/11 Aperture
- Retractable, Locking Lens Barrel
- Gapless Dual-Layer Diffractive Optics
Canon RF 600mm f/11 IS STM Overview
Canon RF 600mm f/11 IS STM Specs
| Focal Length | 600mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/11 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/11 |
| Lens Mount | Canon RF |
| Lens Format Coverage | Full-Frame |
| Angle of View | 4° 10' |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 14.76' / 4.5 m |
| Maximum Magnification | 0.14x |
| Optical Design | 10 Elements in 7 Groups |
| Focus Type | Autofocus |
| Image Stabilization | Yes |
| Filter Size | 82 mm (Front) |
| Dimensions (ø x L) | 3.66 x 10.61" / 93 x 269.5 mm |
| Weight | 2.05 lb / 930 g |
| Package Weight | 2.84 lb |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 11.4 x 6.6 x 6.6" |
Canon RF 600mm f/11 IS STM Reviews
Much better than the R 70-200 for long tele, so a good value
Comparing images using a Canon R5 and R 70-200 2.8 vs this lens, using a tripod: the 600mm wins hands down for long tele images. Yes it's not professional grade, but it performs well in its narrow niche. And it's light and stores small for 600mm. I'd prefer a f8, but fixed f11 is what is on the market today.
Love the lens!
I have been loving this lens, it has helped out a lot with taking wildlife photos since I can't afford the other 600mm lens. I have noticed at times when it gets more cloudy the quality isn't as great but I still love this lens and have been having fun with it!
Great performance for size/weight/price
I use the RF 600mm f11 with my EOS R mainly for birds in flight or wildlife on a sunny day. On overcast days or if the bird/animal is in the shade then the ISO has to be pumped way too high. For price, size and weight it is a great tool under the right conditions.
Great for the price.
It is, as many people have reported, a great lens for the price. I was disappointed at first trying to find focus in wooded areas with shaded or indirect lighting. I found that this lens works best if your subject is in direct sunlight. When you can manage this the sharpness is much better. All-around I would recommend this lens. A bit tricky to learn but easy enough with good quality results.
Light, Sharp long reach lens with great image stabilization
My hobby is bird photography and I have spent a lot on the big white lenses. Now that image stabilization has greatly improved as well as sensor sensitivity and noise, much slower lenses have become an attractive alternative to the big f2.8-4 lenses. I now use the strategy of a high pixel sensor (R5), selecting in body cropping (APS-C 1.6x) and the 600mm and 800mm f 11 lenses. While the f11 lenses have limitations and focusing can get sluggish in low light and contrast situations, I find the image quality they provide to be very good. The 600 is very light and significantly more compact than the 800f11. A small back pack can carry both f11 lenses leaving a 100-400 RF lens on the body. This gives a system of 100-1280 mm with no need for teleconverters which would further slow and degrade the image. I have found this an excellent alternative to the big lenses. The 600f11 is an absolute best buy.
Reach for the Sky
I've been looking at some extreme telephoto lenses and dreaming of having something I can use to get some wild shots with, this is an amazing lens! At F/11 you still get compression and Bokeh but incredible sharpness. the 600 was my first choice but if you're Strictly wanting a Birding or wildlife lens, you should consider the RF800mm instead. this is a good lens and luckily on the EOS RP I can crop in 1.6x to get 960mm but sometimes it still doesn't feel long enough even ( that's my only small complaint so far ) other than that, this is lightweight and solid enough for some spectacular images
Good lens and Good price
Understanding the limitations of this lens and you will not be disappointed. It is F/11 and requires full sunlight. Knowing this and using correctly, the shots have been fantastic. The lens is lightweight and allows you to hand hold the shot.
Good Image Quality
After a friend let me try this lens on my R7 I wound up purchasing it for myself. I use it on my R7 crop sensor camera to give me a 960mm focal length equivalent. I hope to use this for BIF. The lens must be extended for it to function. It is not weather sealed and is made of plastic. It does have 3 switches: Stabilizer on/off, AF/MF, and a focus limiter switch (full or 12m to infinity. The focus area is limited to a max of 80% (I think), due to the 600mm prime is being used on a cropped sensor camera. Pros: Lightweight, Quick AF, Compact when not in use, focus limter Cons: Plastic lens, limited focus area, not weather sealed
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