Subj : Canons new full-frame lens offers world record zoom for wildlife To : All From : TechnologyDaily Date : Thu Nov 02 2023 04:15:05 Canons new full-frame lens offers world record zoom for wildlife and sports photographers Date: Thu, 02 Nov 2023 04:00:52 +0000 Description: Canon announces a trio of mirrorless lenses; the RF 200-800mm F6.3-9, RF 24-105mm F2.8 L and the RF-S 10-18mm F4.5-6.3 FULL STORY ====================================================================== Canon has announced a new RF lens for its mirrorless cameras thats the worlds first full-frame zoom lens that goes up to 800mm. The 200-800mm F6.3-9 IS USM offers an unprecedented reach without needing (optional) teleconverters, thats the equivalent of your phone having a 30x optical zoom, only with no perceivable loss in image quality. Weve already posted a RF 200-800mm review , and labeled the lens an ideal combo with the EOS R7 and EOS R5 cameras for enthusiast wildlife and sports photographers, especially those that focus on birdlife, or for safari and grassroots sports, and it no doubt merits a place in our best Canon lenses guide. Canons on a bit of a roll at the moment having recently launched the ultra-wide RF 10-20mm F4L lens , it has consequently announced the RF 200-800mm alongside two other new lenses, too: Canons fourth crop-sensor mirrorless lens the RF-S 10-18mm F4.5-6.3; and the RF 24-105mm F2.8L IS USM Z, which Canon describes as the first in a series of pro grade hybrid lenses. Lets take a quick run through of each lens. (Image credit: Future) Canon RF 200-800mm F6.3-9 IS USM: worlds longest zoom lens Canon already has a RF 800mm F11 IS STM lens in its lineup, but the pricier RF 200-800mm F6.3-9 IS USM offers an excellent zoom range and slightly better maximum aperture, as well as weather-sealing. When paired with Canons flagship APS-C camera, the EOS R7, you get image stabilization up to 7.5 stops, subject detection autofocus, and an equivalent 1200mm focal length due to the sensor formats 1.5x crop. Its a dream combo. For such a far reaching lens, the RF 200-800mm balances well in the hand, and at 72.3oz / 2,050g its relatively lightweight for carrying over extended periods, while its list price of 2,299.99 (US / Australia pricing to follow) is competitive for what features are on offer. Canon RF-S 10-18mm F4.5-6.3 on a EOS R50 camera (Image credit: Future) Canon RF-S 10-18mm F4.5-6.3: fourth and widest crop-sensor lens Designed specifically for the EOS R7 , EOS R50 , EOS R10 and EOS R100 cameras, the tiny and lightweight RF-S 10-18mm F4.5-6.3 is the fourth and the widest APS-C zoom lens for Canons crop-sensor mirrorless cameras, and it couldnt come soon enough. Weve been nervous about how quickly Canon has launched new crop sensor cameras like the ones listed above, but conversely slow to release supporting native lenses , which doesn't bode well and makes it harder to fully recommend those cameras, even the EOS R10 that we rate as the best camera for beginners . Thankfully, now theres a pricier ultra-wide lens, the RF-S 10-18mm F4.5-6.3, that only weighs 150g and is also optically sharper than the RF-S 18-45mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM kit lens. (Image credit: Future) With Canon recently discontinuing its EOS-M series another range of APS-C cameras that never got enough love to really shine time is ticking for Canon to fill out the range of native lenses for its crop sensor EOS R-mount before consumers opt for other systems instead. We got our hands on this new optically stabilized lens, and found it balanced really well with the EOS R50, offering superb close focusing and maximum 0.5x magnification. Its a decent option for landscape and macro photography, plus vlogging, and has a 379.99 list price (US / Australia pricing to follow). (Image credit: Future) Canon RF 24-105mm F2.8L IS USM: Canon's first hybrid mirrorless lens One for the pros, the Canon RF 24-105mm F2.8L could be the only lens that filmmaker-cum-photographers ever need. Its a chunky lens that Canon says offers the same optical quality as the RF 24-70mm F2.8L pro lens. Designed with filmmakers in mind, the RF 24-105mm F2.8L fills the gap between Canons cine lenses and its photo-centric RF lenses, and it is compatible with an optional Canon Power Zoom adaptor for smooth zoom control and remote operation. List price is 3,439.99, while the Power Zoom adapter is available in two versions and comes with a starting price of 1,476.62 (US / Australia pricing to follow). Analysis: Canon on a roll After a busy first half of 2023 launching new cameras, Canon has spent the latter half of 2023 unveiling new lenses, which bodes well for photographers and filmmakers buying into the system. New cameras make the headlines, supporting lenses make for a better day to day reality for those invested in the system. With the launch of the RF 200-800mm, Canon has demonstrated its continued EOS R-mount innovation, and this could be the best zoom lens available for enthusiast wildlife and sports photographers. And its the new crop-sensor RF-S 10-18mm lens in particular that offers a host of Canon fans reassurance, who are not doubt hoping that Canon keeps this up a new RF-S prime lens seems like the logical next product, pronto. You might also like Best Canon RF lenses The Canon EOS R50 marks an unofficial end to the hobbyist EOS M series Canon RF 200-800mm F6.3-9 IS USM review ====================================================================== Link to news story: https://www.techradar.com/cameras/camera-lenses/canons-new-full-frame-lens-off ers-world-record-zoom-for-wildlife-and-sports-photographers --- Mystic BBS v1.12 A47 (Linux/64) * Origin: tqwNet Technology News (1337:1/100) .