Canon RF 800mm F5.6 L IS USM vs Canon RF 1200mm F8 L IS USM
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Canon RF 800mm F5.6 L IS USM is faster by 1 stop (f/5.6 vs f/8.0), letting in more light.
- Canon RF 800mm F5.6 L IS USM is lighter by 200g.
- Canon RF 800mm F5.6 L IS USM goes wider (800mm vs 1200mm).
- Canon RF 1200mm F8 L IS USM reaches further (1200mm vs 800mm).
| Spec | RF 800mm F5.6 L IS USM | RF 1200mm F8 L IS USM |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Canon | Canon |
| Mount | Canon RF | Canon RF |
| Type | Prime | Prime |
| Focal length | 800mm (wider) | 1200mm |
| Max aperture | f/5.6 (faster) | f/8.0 |
| Released | 2022 | 2022 |
| Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Groups | 18 | 18 |
| Af motor | USM | USM |
| Elements | 26 | 26 |
| Weight g | 3140.0 (lighter) | 3340.0 |
| Length mm | 432.0 | 537.0 |
| Stabilized | Yes | Yes |
| Diameter mm | 163.0 | 168.0 |
| Min focus m | 2.6 (closer focusing) | 4.3 |
| Max magnification | 0.34 | 0.29 |
Canon RF 800mm F5.6 L IS USM
A 2022 super-telephoto prime with stabilization and an f/5.6 maximum aperture. It weighs about 3.1kg and is aimed at wildlife and sports.
Pros
- f/5.6 aperture
- Image stabilization
- Takes RF extenders
- Close focus of 2.6m
Cons
- Weighs about 3.1kg
- Large
Canon RF 1200mm F8 L IS USM
A 2022 super-telephoto prime with an f/8 maximum aperture and image stabilization, at about 3.3kg. It is a specialist lens for sports and wildlife at extreme distances.
Pros
- 1200mm reach
- Image stabilization
- Light for its focal length at about 3.3kg
- Takes RF extenders
Cons
- f/8 maximum aperture
- Large
- Minimum focus of 4.3m