Canon RF 800mm f/5.6L IS USM Lens

Canon RF 800mm f/5.6L IS USM Lens Key Features

• Professional Super Telephoto L-Series Prime Lens

• Canon RF Mount Compatibility

• Full-Frame & APS-C EOS R Camera Compatible

• 800mm Fixed Focal Length

• 1280mm Equivalent on APS-C Cameras

• Bright f/5.6 Maximum Aperture

• Optical Image Stabilization (Up to 4.5 Stops)

• Dual Nano USM Autofocus System

• Two Fluorite Elements

• One Super UD Element

• One UD (Ultra-Low Dispersion) Element

• Air Sphere Coating (ASC)

• Super Spectra Coating (SSC)

• Fluorine Coating on Front & Rear Elements

• Dust & Moisture Resistant L-Series Construction

• Customizable Electronic Manual Focus Ring

• Focus Preset Function

• 9-Blade Rounded Aperture

• 52mm Drop-In Filter Holder

• Approx. 3,140g Weight 

Canon RF 800mm f/5.6L IS USM Lens Overview

The Canon RF 800mm f/5.6L IS USM Lens is one of Canon's most advanced super telephoto lenses, designed for professional wildlife, bird, sports, aviation, and photojournalism photographers. Its 800mm focal length, bright f/5.6 maximum aperture, and outstanding optical performance allow photographers to capture distant subjects with exceptional clarity and beautiful background separation. On APS-C EOS R cameras, the lens provides an incredible 1280mm equivalent field of view, making it ideal for photographing birds, wildlife, and distant action. 

Its sophisticated optical design features 26 elements in 18 groups, including two Fluorite elements, one Super UD element, and one UD element to virtually eliminate chromatic aberration while maintaining exceptional sharpness. Canon's Dual Nano USM autofocus system delivers incredibly fast, accurate, and nearly silent autofocus, while the built-in Optical Image Stabilization provides up to 4.5 stops of shake correction for sharper handheld images. The rugged L-Series construction is fully weather sealed for dependable performance in harsh outdoor environments. 

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Canon RF 800mm f/5.6L IS USM Lens Specifications

Canon RF 800mm f/5.6L IS USM Lens Performance

Canon RF 800mm f/5.6L IS USM Lens Image Quality

• Outstanding sharpness across the entire frame.

• Two Fluorite elements and advanced UD optics minimize chromatic aberration.

• Bright f/5.6 aperture provides excellent subject isolation and low-light capability.

• Air Sphere Coating and Super Spectra Coating reduce flare and ghosting.

• Designed to maximize image quality on Canon's highest-resolution EOS R cameras. 

Canon RF 800mm f/5.6L IS USM Lens Autofocus & Stabilization

• Dual Nano USM autofocus delivers exceptionally fast, smooth, and accurate subject tracking.

• Optical Image Stabilization provides up to 4.5 stops of shake correction.

• Three selectable IS modes optimize stabilization for static subjects, panning, and unpredictable action.

• Excellent compatibility with Canon Dual Pixel CMOS AF and Animal Eye AF.

• Ideal for birds in flight, wildlife, motorsports, aviation, and outdoor sports. 

Canon RF 800mm f/5.6L IS USM Lens Build & Design

• Professional weather-sealed L-Series construction.

• Fluorine-coated front and rear elements resist dust, moisture, and fingerprints.

• Customizable electronic manual focus ring with selectable sensitivity.

• Built-in 52mm drop-in filter holder supports ND, CPL, and protective filters.

• Compatible with Canon RF 1.4x and RF 2x Extenders for even greater telephoto reach. 

Canon RF 800mm f/5.6L IS USM Lens Compatibility

The Canon RF 800mm f/5.6L IS USM Lens is compatible with all Canon EOS R-series mirrorless cameras.

Compatible cameras include:

• Canon EOS R

• Canon EOS RP

• Canon EOS R8

• Canon EOS R6

• Canon EOS R6 Mark II

• Canon EOS R6 Mark III

• Canon EOS R5

• Canon EOS R5 Mark II

• Canon EOS R5 C

• Canon EOS R3

• Canon EOS R1

• Canon EOS R7

• Canon EOS R10

• Canon EOS R50

• Canon EOS R50 V

• Canon EOS R100

On APS-C EOS R cameras, the lens provides a 1280mm equivalent field of view, making it an exceptional choice for wildlife, bird photography, aviation, and long-distance sports photography. 

Canon RF 800mm f/5.6L IS USM Lens FAQs

Is the Canon RF 800mm f/5.6L IS USM Lens good for bird photography?

Yes. Its 800mm focal length, outstanding image quality, and fast Dual Nano USM autofocus make it one of Canon's premier lenses for bird and wildlife photography. 

Does the Canon RF 800mm f/5.6L IS USM Lens have image stabilization?

Yes. It features Optical Image Stabilization with up to 4.5 stops of shake correction. 

Can the Canon RF 800mm f/5.6L IS USM Lens be used with teleconverters?

Yes. It supports Canon RF 1.4x and RF 2x Extenders, increasing the focal length to 1120mm f/8 and 1600mm f/11, respectively. 

Is the Canon RF 800mm f/5.6L IS USM Lens weather sealed?

Yes. It features Canon's professional L-Series dust- and moisture-resistant construction for reliable performance in demanding outdoor conditions. 

Does the Canon RF 800mm f/5.6L IS USM Lens accept front filters?

No. It uses a 52mm rear drop-in filter system, which is standard on Canon's professional super telephoto lenses. 

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Canon RF 800mm f/5.6L IS USM Lens Conclusion

The Canon RF 800mm f/5.6L IS USM Lens represents the pinnacle of Canon's super telephoto lens technology. Combining exceptional optical quality, fast Dual Nano USM autofocus, powerful Optical Image Stabilization, and rugged L-Series construction, it is the ultimate lens for professional wildlife, bird, sports, aviation, and photojournalism photography. Available in Kenya for KSh 2,120,000, it delivers uncompromising performance for photographers who require the highest level of image quality and reliability.