Quick answer
The 2018 third version of Canon's 600mm f/4L IS, lighter than its predecessor at about 3kg. A flagship telephoto for pro sports and wildlife.
Pros
- f/4 with IS
- About 3kg
- Weather-sealed L build
- Takes Canon extenders
Cons
- Large and long
- Needs a monopod or gimbal head
Verdict
The lightest EF 600mm, and fully usable on EOS R through the adapter.
About this lens
This 600mm f/4 telephoto prime lens from Canon fits Canon EF mount cameras, from the Canon L series with Image Stabilizer and ultrasonic-motor autofocus. A professional super-telephoto L-series lens, a fixture on sidelines and at wildlife hides.
Canon EF 600mm f/4L IS III USM specifications
- Brand
- Canon
- Mount
- Canon EF
- Focal length
- 600mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/4.0
- Lens type
- Telephoto
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Released
- 2018
- Optical construction
- 17 elements in 13 groups
- Aperture blades
- 9
- Image stabilization
- Yes
- Autofocus motor
- USM
- Minimum focus distance
- 4.2 m
- Maximum magnification
- 0.15x
- Weight
- 3050 g
- Length
- 448 mm
- Diameter
- 168 mm
Specification source: global.canon
What can you shoot with the Canon EF 600mm f/4L IS III USM?
- Pro wildlife
- Sports
- Aviation
Its moderate maximum aperture works best in good light or with a higher ISO.
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 | 600mm | 3.4° | 4.1° |
| APS-C | 1.6x | 960mm | 2.1° | 2.6° |
Frequently asked questions
How heavy is the Canon EF 600mm f/4L IS III USM?
About 3.05kg, roughly 2.3kg lighter than the first IS version.
Can the EF 600mm f/4L IS III be used on EOS R?
Yes, through the EF-EOS R adapter, with autofocus and stabilization intact.
Does the lens work with extenders?
Yes, Canon's EF 1.4x and 2x extenders fit. The 1.4x gives 840mm f/5.6 and keeps autofocus on most bodies.
Alternatives for Canon EF from other brands
All Canon EF lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
