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Quick answer
The RF 800mm F11 IS STM is a compact 800mm telephoto for Canon RF cameras with a fixed f/11 aperture and image stabilization.
Pros
- 800mm reach
- Light for its reach (1.26 kg)
- Image stabilization
Cons
- Fixed f/11 aperture
- Needs bright light
Verdict
Extreme reach in good light.
About this lens
This 800mm f/11 telephoto prime lens from Canon fits Canon RF mount cameras, with Image Stabilizer and stepping-motor autofocus. It brings distant subjects closer for sports, wildlife and events.
Canon RF 800mm F11 IS STM specifications
- Brand
- Canon
- Mount
- Canon RF
- Focal length
- 800mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/11.0
- Lens type
- Prime
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Released
- 2020
- Optical construction
- 11 elements in 8 groups
- Image stabilization
- Yes
- Autofocus motor
- STM
- Minimum focus distance
- 6 m
- Maximum magnification
- 0.14x
- Filter thread
- 95 mm
- Weight
- 1260 g
- Length
- 351.8 mm
- Diameter
- 101.6 mm
Specification source: global.canon
What can you shoot with the Canon RF 800mm F11 IS STM?
- Wildlife
- Birds
- Moon photography
Its smaller maximum aperture favours daylight shooting and keeps the lens compact.
Full-frame equivalent and field of view
Calculated from the focal length and crop factor. Not measured.
| Sensor | Crop | Equivalent | Horizontal FOV | Diagonal FOV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full frame | 1.0x | 800mm | 2.6° | 3.1° |
| APS-C | 1.6x | 1280mm | 1.6° | 1.9° |
Frequently asked questions
Is the aperture adjustable on the Canon RF 800mm F11?
No. It is fixed at f/11, so exposure is controlled by shutter speed and ISO.
Does the RF 800mm F11 have image stabilization?
Yes. It has optical IS, which helps steady the view at 800mm. Good light is still needed because of the fixed f/11 aperture.
Is the RF 800mm F11 a full-frame lens?
Yes. It is made for full-frame RF cameras and works on APS-C bodies as a 1280mm lens.
