Full Specifications
| Focal Length | 600 mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/4 |
| Lens Mount | EOS R |
| Optical Stabilization | Yes |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 4.2m |
| Weight | 3402g |
| Dimensions | 168 x 472 mm |
What Users Think
Pros
- Exceptional image quality with sharpness and fine detail, especially in low light due to the f/4 aperture.
- Fast and reliable autofocus performance, enhancing shooting of fast-moving subjects like wildlife.
- High-quality build with weather sealing, making it suitable for outdoor conditions.
- Good compatibility with extenders, maintaining sharpness and usability with a 1.4x teleconverter.
- Lighter weight (3090g) compared to older EF models, making it more manageable for handheld shooting.
Cons
- Cost is significantly higher than comparable lenses, often viewed as too expensive for amateur photographers.
- Still quite heavy, making prolonged handheld use challenging without support.
- Limited aperture of f/4 makes it less ideal in very low light conditions compared to faster lenses.
- Some users find it cumbersome to carry around, especially during long shoots.
Community Verdict
The Canon RF 600mm f/4L IS USM is highly regarded for its exceptional image quality and autofocus performance, making it an ideal choice for wildlife photography. However, its high price point and substantial weight are concerning for many, especially non-professionals.
"{'text': "From what I've read and heard from professionals I've met, the 600mm f4 is worth the money because it's sharp, fast, has much faster autofocus, better IS, and is much more reliable.", 'context': 'User discussing the lens in a comparison thread about EF and RF lenses.'}"
- Reddit user
"{'text': 'The RF 600 f4 is, IMHO, one of the best options out there for wildlife. It is big and can be cumbersome, but it does enable fantastic shots.', 'context': 'A user who owns and uses the lens regularly for wildlife photography.'}"
- Reddit user
"{'text': 'Offsetting your focus from the lens. Pretty nuts considering the optical quality has gone up too.', 'context': 'Conversation about the comparison between RF and EF lenses regarding optical quality.'}"
- Reddit user
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