Patent: Canon continues development of EF supertelephoto lenses

Craig Blair
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In a patent uncovered by Canon News, it appears Canon is continuing the development of EF telephoto lenses. This patent is related to the focusing speed of the lenses as well as the reduction in aberrations.

Canon EF 300mm f/2.8L IS USM

  • Focal length: 294.00mm
  • F number: 2.91
  • Half angle of view: 4.21°
  • Image height: 21.64mm
  • Total lens length: 276.40mm  
  • BF: 65.35mm 

Canon EF 400mm f/2.8L IS USM

  • Focal Length: 392.00mm  
  • F number: 2.90
  • Half angle of view: 3.16°
  • Image height: 21.64mm  
  • Total lens length: 371.25mm  
  • BF: 69.92mm  

Canon EF 500mm f/4L IS USM

  • Focal Length: 490.00mm  
  • F-number: 4.12
  • Half angle of view: 2.53°
  • Image height: 21.64mm  
  • Total lens length: 410.77mm  
  • BF: 66.03mm  

Canon EF 600mm f/4L IS USM

  • Focal length: 588.00mm  
  • F-number: 4.12
  • Half angle: 2.11°
  • Image height: 21.64mm  
  • Total lens length: 474.78mm  
  • BF: 80.59mm  

Canon EF 800mm f/5.6L IS USM

  • Focal length: 784.00mm  
  • F-number: 5.80
  • Half angle: 1.58°
  • Image height: 21.64mm  
  • Total lens length: 484.53mm  
  • BF: 75.94mm
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Craig is the founder and editorial director for Canon Rumors. He has been writing about all things Canon for more than 17 years. When he's not writing, you can find him shooting professional basketball and travelling the world looking for the next wildlife adventure. The Canon EOS R1 is his camera of choice.
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