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Canon RF 200-800mm f/6.3-9 IS USM : Specifications and Opinions

The Canon RF 200-800mm f/6.3-9 IS USM is a supertele lens for FF and APS-C, manufactured from 2023. The focus is done by Ultrasonic AF Motor (Nano-USM), it has image stabilization. The average price, when it has been added to the JuzaPhoto database, is 2349 €;

41 users have given it an average vote of 9.0 out of 10.

MOUNT

This lens is available with the following mounts:

Canon RF: this lens is compatible with mirrorless fullframe and APS-C Canon RF.

Specifications
Focal lenght	200-800 mm
Angle of view	12.3 - 3.1°
Format	FF, APS-C
Max. aperture	f/6.3-9
Aperture blades	9
Lenses/Groups	17 elements in 11 groups
Min. focus distance	0.80 - 2.8 meters
Reproduction ratio	0.25x
Features
Zoom type	Ring, external
Stabilization	Yes (built in lens)
Focus	Ultrasonic AF Motor (Nano-USM)
Internal Focus	Yes
Built and notes
Tripod ring	Yes
Extenders	Yes
Filters	95 mm
Lens hood	Yes, supplied
Weather sealing	Yes
Weight	2050 g
Dimensions	102 x 314 mm
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Reviews

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Roberto Pasquino

sent on June 16, 2025

Pros: Solid construction and not excessively heavy for the focal range it covers, excellent stabilization "even at 800mm", customizable buttons, very responsive and precise AF, excellent image contrast, lens hood with relative release and attachment button, generous, tropicalized shoulder strap, sharp images already at TA.

Cons: I don't know! I don't see any particular against!

Opinion: A must have!! And with these simple words I have almost said everything, especially for those like me who are passionate about nature photography, in particular birdlife. For me it is the zoom that was missing and I think it is the only one that allows you to get really close to the subject without losing details, if it is then used on an APSC camera, such as the Canon R7, the millimeters become 1280, really a marvel! although it has a decidedly not insignificant volume and not exactly easy to manage freehand, it can still be used safely without resorting to a tripod as it is equipped with an excellent image stabilizer and a precise AF, it must be said that, at 800mm you need to be familiar with handling it to get excellent results. From my point of view, apart from the lack of the red stripe typical of Canon's "L-series" lenses, I place it in the same way and it is a comparison that I would like to make because I own some L-series zoom lenses including the 100-500mm that I have used in the past for a long time. At the maximum focal length, i.e. 800mm and TA, taking into account the distance that separates us from the subject to be photographed, it may happen that the image is qualitatively less crunchy, but still good, with the same shorter focal lengths, where the frame has some more detail, a factor that I consider more than normal because, at certain distances, several factors take over that contribute to the degradation of the image itself, one of many and I would say one of the main ones is the distance between us and the subject, obviously it is one thing to shoot at 800mm and TA at a distance of 30/40 meters, another thing is to shoot at 800mm always at TA well over 40 meters, moreover, at a high distance, as we all know, the factor of air turbulence also comes into play which contributes to the degradation of the image and last but not least, incorrect timing and aperture have a significant impact on the IQ. Close one or two stops and regain the missing detail as much as possible. That said, I don't feel like finding fault with this fantastic super zoom, I'm glad I bought it and I highly recommend it especially for those who practice nature photography. Roberto Pasquino

Claudiocanon

sent on May 26, 2025

Pros: Focal length, good images

Cons: Reaction speed

Opinion: Purchased after a couple of shed trials. The lens is quite good, 800mm is really a lot and comfortable, but the reaction speed to focus has nothing to do with the 100-500 even with 1.4X extender. (Both mounted on R3). Excellent for birdlife that is not very fast because in flight it always hooks a little later than its shorter brother and tends to detach, even if slightly, from the subject and then recover it after a few shots. Much depends on how much of the surface area of the sensor is covered by the animal. Even in sharpness at full aperture it is less than 100-500, but with the software available it corrects very well. I recommend everyone, before buying it, to try it well. I knew what I was up against, but in oases with distant birds, this focal length makes all the difference. PS I tried two. The second, at 800mm and f9, was sharper than the first. The one purchased, fortunately, is perfect.

Gion65

sent on May 08, 2025

Pros: Focal length.. good sharpness .. not excessively heavy .. lens hood included even if not in the same color .. Color of the pictures.. long bracket .. Customizable buttons.. shoulder strap attachment ..

Cons: Non-removable bracket .. form.. no distance limiter.. small and a bit uncomfortable focus ring.

Opinion: Just taken and give a precise judgment is soon.. but it is a good telephoto , with a good sharpness, but without crying out for a miracle. Autofocus is good but it definitely depends a lot more on the camera. excellent stabilizer even if it does not have the two selections.. Focus ring a little small and a little uncomfortable. the bracket cannot be removed and for handheld photography it would have been I think 300 grams less, but it rotates well.. The zoom has a long travel but even if calibrated to soft it does not fall if pointed up or down. To give an idea of the sharpness at 800mm at a distance of 15 meters, a fly is defined enough to be able to see all parts of the body and the pattern of the wings enough. with an R8 I am certainly satisfied with the purchase and compared to the sigma 150 600 c or the canon rf 600 f11... There has been an improvement. but not a miracle. To be honest, after reading a lot of reviews and watching videos, I expected a little more clarity. but maybe it also depends on me... See..

Angela Platania

sent on March 21, 2025

Pros: Image quality, fast autofocus

Cons: Carrying bag not included, AF distance limitation selector not present, the non-focal length but the material lens itself

Opinion: I was very skeptical before buying it, thinking that with such a closed diaphragm, I would encounter problems and poor quality. Instead it is well done. Obviously it has its limits, but for the same cost and quality I would even give it ten. I use it to take some photos of birds, where it behaves really well. Even freehand. It's not overly heavy, but a bit bulky yes. With feathered birds it behaves very well, even if there is no sun, but it does its job very well. Of course it is paired with the r5, and therefore I can increase the iso quite a bit without major losses. Let's say that I am fully satisfied with the product... I have to try it better in other contexts...

Fabrizio Zaccheddu

sent on February 23, 2025

Pros: Focal, construction, lens hood, tripod bracket, sharpness, f/8 to 637mm

Cons: f/9 at 800mm

Opinion: Purchased together with the R7, it forms a very valid combination in naturalistics. The construction is excellent on a par with the L series. Despite the weight, (2kg), it swings very well also thanks to the tripod bracket which is very large and convenient for transport. The sharpness at maximum focal length, (in favorable conditions), is good. I would say that for the current price it is practically the only lens on the market that offers an excellent solution in the naturalistic field especially as regards focal lengths without having to resort to tc. Advised!

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