Patent: Canon EF 300-600 f/5.6 w/1.4x TC

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<strong>Super telephoto patent</strong>
A new Canon patent showing other lens formulas using a built-in 1.4x teleconverter. Two of the primary lenses are an EF 300-600 f/5.6L IS 1.4x and a 600 f/4L IS with a built in TC.</p>
<p>The same patent also shows the <a href="http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/973129-REG/canon_5176b002_ef_200_400mm_f_4l_is.html/bi/2466/kbid/3296" target="_blank">EF 200-400 f/4L IS 1.4x TC</a>. Perhaps Canon sees value in this setup for longer lenses? Here’s hoping so.</p>
<p><strong>Example 2</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Focal length f = 585.10mm</li>
<li>Fno. 4.12</li>
<li>Half angle ω = 2.12 °</li>
<li>Image height Y = 21.64mm</li>
<li>The overall length of the lens 467.32mm</li>
<li>BF 83.15mm</li>
<li>Teleconference insertion</li>
<li>Focal length f = 819.00mm</li>
<li>Fno. 5.77</li>
<li>Half angle ω = 1.51 °</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Example 3</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Zoom ratio 1.90</li>
<li>Focal length f = 307.50 – 585.00mm</li>
<li>Fno. 5.88</li>
<li>Half angle ω = 4.02 – 2.12 °</li>
<li>Image height Y = 21.64mm</li>
<li>The overall length of the lens 405.00mm</li>
<li>BF 75.70mm</li>
<li>Teleconference insertion</li>
<li>Focal length f = 427.00 – 812.33mm</li>
<li>Fno. 8.17</li>
<li>Half angle ω = 2.90 – 1.53 °</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Source: [<a href="http://egami.blog.so-net.ne.jp/2013-12-06" target="_blank">EG</a>]</strong></p>
<p><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">c</span>r</strong></p>
 
I really fault Canon for not being very creative or innovative ;D ;D ;D

A 300-600 f5.6 with a 1.4TC that is optically on par with the big whites? That is a dream lens. I probably can't afford it.
 
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Hi,

I'd often thought about the further use of the 200-400's system due to it's overwhelmingly reactions in the pro's market. And what is shown here is a consequent reaction. If F5,6 is the end of what is possible may be a question, perhaps F4.5 would hit more precise what is demanded - but it is a right step on Canon's way to stay the No. 1 in the market.

Joerg
 
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I would be nice if this were in an "affordable" range, but I'm not holding my breath.

At the same time I'm wondering about the f5.6 maximum aperture with a 1.4 TC. Which means this would only autofocus on the 5DIII and 1DX with the extender, correct? Could this be an indication that the 7DII will autofocus at f8? That would certainly be one way to add value to the next generation.
 
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MrFotoFool said:
unfocused said:
I would be nice if this were in an "affordable" range, but I'm not holding my breath...

No worries - price will be a very affordable $30,000 US. Plus it will come with dual tripod mounts to accomodate the two tripods necessary to hold it up! :o

Yes...I should have engaged brain before keyboard. Looks like my best hope will be the Tamron.
 
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unfocused said:
I would be nice if this were in an "affordable" range, but I'm not holding my breath.

At the same time I'm wondering about the f5.6 maximum aperture with a 1.4 TC. Which means this would only autofocus on the 5DIII and 1DX with the extender, correct? Could this be an indication that the 7DII will autofocus at f8? That would certainly be one way to add value to the next generation.

I don't see Canon releasing anything with an 'f/8' maximum aperture.
 
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neuroanatomist said:
I'd love a 600/4 with a built-in 1.4x TC. Not sure we'll see one soon, though.

I wonder what has more probability of seeing production? This or an 800mm f5.6 II? I could see the 600 1.4x being far more useful.

I think the success of 200-400 1.4x might sway Canon into making this badboy. The two lenses would cover a lot of subject matter and might even be cheaper than a 300, 400, 600 and 800 prime.
 
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scottkinfw said:
As I am home bound in Texas due to the winter snow conditions, and bored. My mind is playing evil tricks. I'm well aware that one can live happily with only one kidney as suggested. Nah.... Anybody know how much a kidney goes for by the way?

he he
 
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Don Haines said:
And I'm sure it will be for slightly less cost than the Tamron 150-600 lens.... :)


Dear Mr. Haines----That will be my best dream too, But From the Cost of 200-400 mm L = $ 11,799 at B&H now, The New 300-600 mm. must be X 2 = $ 24,000 US Dollars, Ha, Ha, Ha.
Yes, Just 1 or 2 of Members of CR. can buy this Light weight super Zoom Lens.
Nice to talk to you, Sir.
Surapon
 
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