Canon
Canon 4426B002 EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6L IS USM camera lens White
A compact telephoto zoom covering 70-300mm with 4-stop stabilisation, two UD elements, ring-type USM and full-time manual focus override for Canon EF cameras
- PartSLR Lenses
- TypeTelephoto Zoom Lens
- ColorWhite
- Diameter67 mm
- CompatibilityCanon EOS
- Focus TypeAuto Focus
- Versatile 70-300mm zoom covers wide telephoto range
- L-series build with two UD elements for high contrast
- 4-stop image stabilizer reduces blur at slow shutter speeds
- Ring-type USM delivers fast, quiet autofocus with manual override
- 8-blade circular aperture creates smooth background blur
Compact telephoto zoom for full-frame and APS-C
The Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6L IS USM covers a 70-300 mm focal range on both 35 mm full-frame and Canon APS-C bodies. Its L-series build resists dust and moisture while weighing less than many comparable zooms. Photographers tracking wildlife, sports or news events gain reach without swapping lenses.
Two UD elements and a 4-stop stabiliser
Nineteen elements in fourteen groups include two Ultra-low Dispersion pieces that cut chromatic aberration across the zoom range. The optical image stabiliser provides up to four stops of shake correction tuned to this focal span. An eight-blade circular aperture produces smooth background blur when isolating subjects at longer focal lengths.
Ring-type USM with full-time manual override
The ultrasonic motor drives fast, near-silent autofocus and allows instant manual adjustment without flipping a switch. Inner and rear focusing keeps the front element stationary, so 67 mm filters such as polarisers do not rotate during focus. Minimum focus distance is 1.2 m (3.94 ft) for 0.21x magnification. Builders needing wider angles or faster constant apertures should look elsewhere.
Highlights
- Versatile 70-300mm zoom covers wide telephoto range
- L-series build with two UD elements for high contrast
- 4-stop image stabilizer reduces blur at slow shutter speeds
- Ring-type USM delivers fast, quiet autofocus with manual override
- 8-blade circular aperture creates smooth background blur
Specifications
| Brand | Canon |
|---|---|
| Model | 4426B002 |
| Part | SLR Lenses |
| Type | Telephoto Zoom Lens |
| Color | White |
| Diameter | 67 mm |
| Compatibility | Canon EOS |
| Focus Type | Auto Focus |
| Focal Length | 70 - 300 mm |
| Aperture | f/4 - 5.6 (1 : 4 - 5.6) |
| Format | 35 mm Full-Frame, Canon (APS-C) |
| Camera Mount | Canon EF |
| Angle of View | 34 - 8.15 degrees |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 3.94ft |
| Magnification | 0.21x |
| Lens Construction | 19 elements in 14 groups |
| Filter thread (Diameter) | 67 mm |
| Specifications | Focal Length Maximum Aperture70-300mm 1:4-5.6Diagonal Angle of View34? - 8? 15'Focus AdjustmentLens extension via inner focusing and focus cam plus floating mechanismClosest Focusing Distance1.2m/ 3.9ftFilter Size67 mm dia., P=0.75 mm /1 filterMax. Diameter x Length, Weight3.5 x 5.6 in, 2.31 lbs. / 89 x 143mm, 1050g |
| Image Stabilization | Yes |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Focus Adjustment | Lens extension via inner focusing and focus cam plus floating mechanism |
| Features | Designed to deliver ultra-high quality images along with lightning fast operation, the new Canon EF 70-300 f/4-5.6L IS USM telephoto zoom lens brings a favorite zoom range to the celebrated Canon L-series of lenses. It features two Ultra Low Dispersion (UD) elements for improved image quality and reduced chromatic aberration, incorporates a floating focusing mechanism for sharpness from close up to infinity, plus an IS system that increases usability by approximately four stops. The Image Stabilization system also features a function that allows it to continue to operate, even when u |
| Dimensions | 3.50" x 5.60" (Max. Diameter x Length) |
| Weight | 2.31lbs |
| Shipping weight | 1.48 kg |
| Package size | 267 × 155 × 152 mm |
Questions about this item
How often should the 67 mm filter thread and weather seals be checked or replaced?
The 67 mm filter thread is a permanent metal mount; clean it when changing filters. The L-series dust and moisture seals need no scheduled replacement, but inspect them after heavy rain or dust exposure.
At 300 mm and f/5.6, what limits sharpness during long handheld sessions?
Diffraction at f/5.6 and the 0.21× maximum magnification set the resolution ceiling; the 4-stop stabiliser and ring-type USM keep shake and focus error below that limit.
Does the extending barrel or ultrasonic motor add noticeable heat or noise during all-day shooting?
Inner and rear focusing moves elements internally, so the barrel does not extend. The ring-type USM runs nearly silent and produces negligible heat even with continuous autofocus.
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