Canon RF 100mm F2.8 L Macro IS USM vs Canon EF 70-300 F4-5.6 IS II USM
This is a full comparison between the lenses Canon RF 100mm F2.8 L Macro IS USM and Canon EF 70-300 F4-5.6 IS II USM.
Compare Specifications
Product |
Canon RF 100mm F2.8 L Macro IS USM |
Canon EF 70-300 F4-5.6 IS II USM |
| Name | Canon RF 100mm F2.8 L Macro IS USM | Canon EF 70-300 F4-5.6 IS II USM |
| Manufacturer | Canon | Canon |
| SKU | 0571C002 | |
Release Date and Price |
Canon RF 100mm F2.8 L Macro IS USM |
Canon EF 70-300 F4-5.6 IS II USM |
| Release Year | 2021 | 2016 |
| Release Date | 2021-04-14 | 2016-09-15 |
| MSRP | N/A | N/A |
| Last known price | 1399 USD | 599 USD |
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Lens Type |
Canon RF 100mm F2.8 L Macro IS USM |
Canon EF 70-300 F4-5.6 IS II USM |
| Lens Type |
Telephoto Macro |
Telephoto |
| Zoom or Prime | Prime lens (no zoom) | Zoom lens |
Mount and Compatibility |
Canon RF 100mm F2.8 L Macro IS USM |
Canon EF 70-300 F4-5.6 IS II USM |
| Mount | Canon RF | Canon EF |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | No (Suitable for all sensors) | No (Suitable for all sensors) |
Focus |
Canon RF 100mm F2.8 L Macro IS USM |
Canon EF 70-300 F4-5.6 IS II USM |
| Autofocus (AF) | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes | Yes |
| Motor Type | Nano Ultrasonic | Nano Ultrasonic |
| Focus Method | No information | No information |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 26 cm | 120 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | 1,4 | 0,25 |
| Macro 1:1 | Yes | No (No Macro lens) |
Aperture |
Canon RF 100mm F2.8 L Macro IS USM |
Canon EF 70-300 F4-5.6 IS II USM |
| Maximum Aperture | F2,8 |
F4-5,6
This lens has a variable aperture at different focal lengths. F4 at 70 mm F5,6 at 300 mm Variable Aperture |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
Optics |
Canon RF 100mm F2.8 L Macro IS USM |
Canon EF 70-300 F4-5.6 IS II USM |
| Construction | 17 elements / 13 groups | 17 elements / 12 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | Super Spectra Coating | UD element |
Focal Length |
Canon RF 100mm F2.8 L Macro IS USM |
Canon EF 70-300 F4-5.6 IS II USM |
| Focal Length | 100 mm | 70-300 mm |
| Zoom Range | None (Prime lens) No Zoom available. |
230 mm |
| Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
| Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
| Image Stabilization | Yes | Yes |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 5 stops | 4 stops |
Physical |
Canon RF 100mm F2.8 L Macro IS USM |
Canon EF 70-300 F4-5.6 IS II USM |
| Weather Sealing | Yes | No |
| Diameter | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Length | 148 mm | 146 mm |
| Weight | 730 gr | 710 gr |
Other |
Canon RF 100mm F2.8 L Macro IS USM |
Canon EF 70-300 F4-5.6 IS II USM |
| Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
| Filter Diameter | 67 mm | 67 mm |
| Lens Hood | Included | Not Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | ET-73C | ET-74B |
| Tripod Collar | N/A | N/A |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |
