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EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II USM
- 100-400mm
- f/100.0
- Telephoto Zoom
- Stabilized
- 1570 g
- Min focus 0.98 m
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Quick answer
The EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II USM is a telephoto zoom with a twist-to-zoom design, improved optics and image stabilization. It replaced the push-pull original and suits wildlife and sports.
Pros
- Twist zoom ring
- Sharp across the range
- Effective stabilization
- Weather-sealed
Cons
- Variable aperture
- Heavy for a zoom (about 1.6 kg)
- Large
Verdict
A versatile long zoom for EF shooters, easier to handle than the push-pull original.
About this lens
This 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 telephoto zoom lens from Canon fits Canon EF mount cameras, from the Canon L series with Image Stabilizer and ultrasonic-motor autofocus. A versatile L-series super-telephoto zoom with image stabilization for wildlife, sports and aviation.
Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II USM specifications
- Brand
- Canon
- Mount
- Canon EF
- Focal length
- 100-400mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/100.0
- Lens type
- Telephoto Zoom
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Released
- 2014
- Optical construction
- 21 elements in 16 groups
- Aperture blades
- 9
- Image stabilization
- Yes
- Autofocus motor
- USM
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.98 m
- Maximum magnification
- 0.31x
- Filter thread
- 77 mm
- Weight
- 1570 g
- Length
- 193 mm
- Diameter
- 94 mm
Specification source: global.canon
What can you shoot with the Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II USM?
- Wildlife
- Sports
- Airshows
- Travel telephoto
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 | 100–400mm | 5.2–20.4° | 6.2–24.4° |
| APS-C | 1.6x | 160–640mm | 3.2–12.8° | 3.9–15.4° |
Frequently asked questions
Does the Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II have image stabilization?
Yes. It has a multi-mode stabilizer for steady viewfinder and panning shots.
Is the EF 100-400mm II compatible with extenders?
Yes, with the EF 1.4x III extender it becomes about 560mm f/8, and autofocus works only on bodies that support f/8.
EF 100-400mm II vs 70-300mm f/4-5.6L IS?
The 100-400 has more reach and a more robust build. The 70-300L is lighter and shorter.
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