You can now preorder the new lenses announced by Canon. All three lenses are scheduled to begin shipping in July.
Preorder
- Canon RF 100mm f/2.8L IS USM Macro $1399
- Canon RF 400mm f/2.8L IS USM $11999
- Canon RF 600mm f/4L IS USM $12999
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I just bought the EF version in November last year and I have not even used it once because I am deployed. Guess I have to sell it now as I just pre-ordered the RF version from B&H. I just hate using adapters.
They've just added an integrated EF to RF adapter to their existing EFs?
EF 400mm = 343mm long <-> RF 400 = 367mm both 17 elements in 13 groups and MFD = 2.45m
EF 600mm = 448mm long <-> RF 600 = 472mm both 17 elements in 13 groups and MFD = 4.2m
I actually had one before and have used it here and there. It was a crazy story: So when the R5 was announced, I traded my two EOS R with the EF 100mm f/2.8L Macro to Adorama with the hope of adding a little more to purchase the R5. I did that because I felt I had to let something go if I had to buy the R5, and since I only shoot Macro once in a while, it was the logical sacrifice. It took a while but I eventually got my R5. Then I discovered that I can focus stack with the R5. So I was mad at myself for trading in the Macro lens and was looking to find a good deal for another Macro. Unfortunately, the price had increased from $899 or so when I originally got it to $1299.
So when I came across a new one at the Navy Exchange for $1000, I jumped on it right as I was deploying. So I bought it actually in January 2021, not November as I first thought and also ordered a third party tripod ring, but due to winter and being deployed, I never got to use it. I just did a test shot with my wristwatch to make sure it is working properly.
Now the RF version was announced, I did not anticipate the RF version will come out so soon. I was expecting the RF 35mm f/1.2 and RF 135mm f/1.8 first.
I initially thought I will not upgrade but the 1.4 magnification , the SA control plus the "modest price" convinced me that it is worth it. Hopefully I get to sell the EF for at least my purchase price.
Ok, this sounds like I am crying.....
I did not think so.
I guess it is f/11 for me.
Yes, the official announcement said the RF 400mm and 600mm will work with the RF teleconverters.
• Compatible with Canon RF 1.4x and 2x extenders, and feature a customizable electronic focus ring, with manual focus capability during SERVO AF.
Canon officially announced the RF 400mm f/2.8L IS USM and RF 600mm f/4L IS USM
Seems a little steep. Be great if they’d make one for the RF 600 and 800mm tbh.