Patent: RF mount super telephoto lenses

Craig
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It looks like Canon is indeed working on their RF mount super telephoto optical formulas. We were told a couple of days ago that an RF 500mm f/4L IS would be the first super telephoto lens launched for the EOS R system.

A USPTO patent has appeared that shows optical designs for an RF 400mm f/2.8L IS, RF 500mm f/4L IS and an RF 600mm f/4L IS.

Canon RF 400mm f/2.8L IS USM

  • Focal length: 392mm
  • F number: 2.9
  • Angle of view: 3.16°
  • Image height: 21.64mm
  • Entire lens length: 360mm
  • Backfocus: 31mm

Canon RF 500mm f/4L IS USM

  • Focal length: 490mm
  • F number: 4.12
  • Angle of view: 2.53°
  • Image height: 21.64mm
  • Entire lens length: 412mm
  • Backfocus: 33mm

Canon RF 600mm f/4L IS USM

  • Focal length: 588mm
  • F number: 4.12
  • Angle of view: 2.11°
  • Image height: 21.64mm
  • Entire lens length: 476mm
  • Backfocus: 33mm
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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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