• $649 price
• September 14 announcement

Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, today announced the RF16mm F2.8 STM and RF100--400mm F5.6--8 IS USM lenses. Both lenses invite current EOS R series users and those who are considering a move to Canon's prominent mirrorless system, such as the EOS R or EOS RP, to expand their content creation abilities with the visual drama of an ultra-wide-angle lens and true telephoto-only zoom lens. As the "lens first" EOS R series continues to expand, these latest lenses open the door to a wide-range of imaging creators, encouraging them to test the powers and possibilities of their art.

Truly Telephoto Possibilities

The Canon RF100--400mm F5.6--8 IS USM provides users with a versatile and popular zoom range that brings subjects closer with ease. It's an affordable and easily hand-holdable entry into the world of super-telephoto, full-frame photography and video. Offering superb performance and sharpness, the 100--400mm focal length provides a versatile range for all types of telephoto opportunities --- be it portraits and documenting events, to sports, birding and wildlife. And, for the first time in a non-L-series lens, the RF100--400mm will accept optional Canon RF 1.4x and 2x tele extenders, offering even more telephoto potential in a lightweight package. Yes, the Canon RF100--400mm is an excellent gateway into the world of wildlife, nature, and sports photography. However, this lens and its super-telephoto abilities can also be leveraged for the video content creator or vlogger when compiling b-roll type footage or for subjects who are at a distance.

Additional features of the Canon RF100-400mm include:

• High image quality --- similar to the well-regarded EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS II USM
• 100-400mm telephoto zoom range
• Accepts optional Canon RF 1.4x and 2x extenders
• 6 -- F8 variable maximum aperture
• Easy hand-held operation --- lighter than EF70-300 IS II lens
• Up to 5.5-Stops^ i^ optical IS and 6-stops ^ii^ correction with coordinated IS
• Nano USM for high-speed and smooth AF
• Smooth and nearly silent AF during video recording
• Superb close-focusing --- at 400mm, excellent 0.41x magnification
• 9-blade aperture, for smooth backgrounds/foregrounds
• 67mm filter thread

Pricing and Availability

The Canon RF16mm F2.8 STM and RF100--400mm F5.6--8 IS USM are scheduled to be available in October 2021 for an estimated retail price of $299.00 and $649.00, respectively

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