Canon EF 400mm f/4 DO IS II USM vs Canon EF 600mm f/4L IS II USM
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Canon EF 400mm f/4 DO IS II USM is lighter by 1820g.
- Canon EF 400mm f/4 DO IS II USM goes wider (400mm vs 600mm).
- Canon EF 600mm f/4L IS II USM reaches further (600mm vs 400mm).
- Canon EF 400mm f/4 DO IS II USM is the newer design (2014 vs 2012).
| Spec | EF 400mm f/4 DO IS II USM | EF 600mm f/4L IS II USM |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Canon | Canon |
| Mount | Canon EF | Canon EF |
| Type | Telephoto | Telephoto |
| Focal length | 400mm (wider) | 600mm |
| Max aperture | f/4.0 | f/4.0 |
| Released | 2014 | 2012 |
| Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Groups | 12 | 12 |
| Af motor | USM | USM |
| Elements | 18 | 16 |
| Weight g | 2100.0 (lighter) | 3920.0 |
| Length mm | 232.7 | 448.0 |
| Stabilized | Yes | Yes |
| Diameter mm | 128.0 | 168.0 |
| Min focus m | 3.3 (closer focusing) | 4.5 |
| Max magnification | 0.13 | 0.15 |
Canon EF 400mm f/4 DO IS II USM
The 2014 revision of the diffractive-optics 400mm f/4 with improved flare control. At about 2.1kg it is slightly heavier than the first version.
Pros
- About 2.1kg
- IS with panning mode
- Improved contrast over the first DO
- Takes Canon extenders
Cons
- Diffractive optics can show ring patterns in out-of-focus highlights
- Slightly heavier than the first version
Canon EF 600mm f/4L IS II USM
A professional 600mm f/4 supertelephoto with image stabilization and fluorite elements, used for sports and wildlife at long range.
Pros
- Long reach at f/4
- Stabilized
- Strong optics
- Works with extenders
Cons
- Heavy (about 3.9 kg)
- Needs a gimbal head or other support
- Narrow depth of field