Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS II USM

Versatile telephoto zoom with Nano USM technology

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79/100
LENS SCORE
Features 16
Performance 16
Durability 16
Price 14
Usability 17
Brand Canon
Model 0571C005

Key Features

OPTICS 17 elements in 12 groups with one UD lens element
AF MOTOR Nano USM technology for fast, smooth, and quiet focusing
STABILIZATION Image Stabilizer providing up to 4 stops of shake correction
DISPLAY Integrated Lens Information Display for focus distance and shake amount
APERTURE 9-blade circular aperture for smooth background blur
COMPATIBILITY Full-frame EF mount, compatible with APS-C sensors
MIN FOCUS 1.2 meters (3.94 ft) minimum focusing distance
FILTER 67mm front filter thread diameter
CONSTRUCTION High-quality engineering plastic with metal mount
VIDEO Optimized for video with quiet Nano USM focus
COATING Super Spectra Coating to minimize ghosting and flare
WEATHER SEALING Dust and moisture resistant design
WEIGHT Lightweight design at approximately 710g

The Most Important Rings & Switches — Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS II USM

Ring / Switch / Control Status Note
Focus Ring ✓ Present
Zoom Ring ✓ Present
Aperture Ring ✗ Not Present
AF/MF Switch ✓ Present
Image Stabilisation Switch ✓ Present
Focus Limiter Switch ✗ Not Present
Function (L-Fn) Button ✗ Not Present
Zoom Lock Switch ✓ Present
Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) ✓ Present
Weather Sealing ✓ Present Dust and moisture resistant

How-to Use Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS II USM

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Technical Specification

Focal Length 70-300mm
Aperture Range f/4-5.6 to f/32-45
Lens Construction 17 elements in 12 groups
Diaphragm Blades 9
Minimum Focus 1.2m
Maximum Magnification 0.25x
Filter Size 67mm
Diameter 80mm
Length 145.5mm
Weight 710g
Mount Canon EF
Stabilization 4 stops
Focus Motor Nano USM
Weather Sealing Yes
Lens Hood ET-74B (Optional)