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RF100-300mm F2.8 L IS USM

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The Canon EOS Digital Camera Software Development Kit (EDSDK) and the Camera Control API (CCAPI) are available on select Canon cameras1 and enables developers to integrate select Canon cameras directly into their software application solutions, giving them access to remote control and communication functionality of the camera. The EDSDK supports USB communication on Windows, Macintosh, and Linux operating systems, while the CCAPI uses Wi-Fi (Ethernet on select cameras) and can be used with almost any OS.

The EDSDK and CCAPI (along with other SDKs and APIs) are provided free of charge and more information can be found at https://www.usa.canon.com/support/sdk.

1. Compatibility list available on Canon Developer Community website

  

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PRODUCT INFO

Focal Length 100-300mm
Maximum and Minimum Aperture f/2.8 f/22
Lens Mount Type RF Mount
Compatible Cameras Canon EOS R-series, APS-C and full-frame
Minimum Focusing Distance 1.8m (5.9 ft.) at all focal lengths
Maximum Magnification 0.06x (at 100mm); 0.16x (at 300mm)
Field of View Approx. 566mm × 376mm (22.3 in. x 14.8 in.) at 100mm
Approx. 222mm × 149mm (8.7 in. x 5.9 in.) at 300mm
Angle of View (Diagonal) Approx. 24° 8° 15'
Lens Construction 23 elements in 18 groups
Special Elements (One) Flourite element, (Four) UD elements, (One) Aspherical element
Lens Coating Canon SSC (Super Spectra Coating), Flourine coating, ASC
Filter Size Diameter ø112mm (accepts screw-in filters); no rear drop-in filters
Aperture Blades 9
Image Stabilization 5.5 stops correction with in-lens Optical Image Stabilization (6 stops Coordinated IS with EOS EOS R5 and similar IBIS-equipped models)
Focusing Drive System (two) Nano USM focus motors
Full-time Manual Focusing Yes
(Supports both ONE SHOT AF and SERVO AF with compatible EOS R-series cameras)
Dual Pixel CMOS AF Coverage (Horizontal x Vertical) EOS R - Approx. 88% x 100%
EOS R5/R6 - Approx. 90% x 100%
EOS R3/R7/R10 - Approx. 100% x 100%)
Control Ring Provided, with click-stops
Manual Focus Ring Electronic ring system
Full-time Manual focus possible
No physical limit to ring rotational angle
No Manual focus speed adjustment possible
AF/MF Switch Provided
MF/Control Ring Switch None separate MF and Control Rings on lens
Distance Scale None
Distance scale available in EVF or Live View LCD screen of compatible EOS R-series cameras
Distance Limiter Switch Provided: Full/6m (19.7 ft.) to infinity
Dust / Weather Resistant Construction Yes
Maximum Outer Diameter x Length Approx. ø5.1 in. x 12.7 in. (ø128mm x 323.4mm)
Weight Approx. 93.5 oz. / 5.8 lb. / 2650g
Lens hood Canon ET-124 (Bundled)
Cylindrical (screw-in hood knob) (attachable in reverse)
Lens Cap (Front) Canon E-112 (center pinch-type; Bundled)
Dust Cap Canon Lens Dust Cap RF (Bundled)
Lens Case Canon Lens Soft Case LS100300 (Bundled; no optional hard case avail.)
Extension Tubes None (No Canon RF mount extension tubes)
Close-up Lenses 250D / 500D None (No ø112mm size available)
Canon RF Extender 1.4x/2x compatible

 

EOS System Lens Limited Warranty
 

The limited warranty set forth below is given by Canon U.S.A., Inc. (Canon U.S.A.) in the United States and Canon Canada Inc., in Canada (herein referred to collectively as "Canon") with respect to the Canon Binoculars and Photographic Lens Products packaged with this Limited Warranty and identified by model number on this limited warranty card (each a "Product")when purchased and used in the United States or Canada.

This Limited Warranty is only effective upon presentation of this warranty card and proof of purchase

A Product, when delivered to you in new condition in its original container, is warranted against defects in materials or workmanship as follows: for a period of one (1) year from the date of original purchase, defective parts or a defective Product returned to Canon, or its authorized service providers, and proven to be defective upon inspection, will be repaired with new or comparable rebuilt parts or exchanged for a refurbished Product, as determined by Canon or the authorized service provider n their sole discretion. Replaced parts and exchanged Products will become the property of Canon.

When returning a Product for warranty service, the shipping charges must be prepaid and the Product should be shipped in its original container, or an equivalent, properly packed to withstand the hazards of shipment and be fully insured. A copy of the warranty card and proof of purchase should be enclosed, as well as a description of the problem (including film samples, where appropriate). Repairs will be made and the Product will be returned, shipped at NO CHARGE, within the country of repair.

This warranty only covers defective materials or workmanship encountered in normal use and service of a Product and does not apply in the following cases:

(a) Loss of or damage due to abuse causing deterioration, mishandling, accident or failure to follow operating instructions.
(b) If a Product is defective as a result of leaking batteries or liquid damage.
(c) Defective materials or workmanship where the defect is due to a Product having been serviced or modified by other than Canon or a Canon authorized service provider.
(d) Malfunction resulting from the use of accessories, attachments, product supplies, parts or devices (including, without limitation, batteries, film, flash attachments and other accessories) with this Canon photographic equipment that do not conform to Canon specifications.
(e) Damage resulting during shipment. (Claim must be presented and examined by the shipper.)
(f) Damage or service resulting from modifications or alterations to a Product in any way (including any alteration or removal of its serial number or identification marks).

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Canon Canada Inc., 8000 Mississauga Road, Brampton, Ontario, L6Y 5Z7

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Tel: (1)-800-828-4040  
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(1)-800-652-2666

 

Online Repair

 

What is the Control Ring's Clicking Sound Modification Service?

The click action of the control ring allows the user to have a sense of how much it is being turned. In some cases, the sound of the control ring operation may be recorded during video shooting.

Canon’s control ring’s modification service offers RF lenses and Control Ring Mount Adapter EF-EOS R owners the opportunity to remove/reattach control ring's clicking sound.

Pricing

Model Price*
RF Lens product $79.99
Control Ring Mount Adapter EF-EOS R $59.99

*Tax and freight fee are NOT included
*All pricing is subject to change

Thank you,
Customer Support Operations
Canon U.S.A., Inc.

Contact Information for Inquiries
Canon Customer Support Center
Phone:1-800-OK-CANON (toll free)
1-800-652-2666

For additional support options: usa.canon.com/support

Title Firmware Notice: RF100-300mm F2.8 L IS USM Firmware Version 1.0.6
Advisory Type Firmware Notice
Date 04.16.24

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