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Canon RF 200-800mm F6.3-9 IS USM Lens

Name: Canon RF 200-800mm F6.3-9 IS USM Lens
Brand: Canon
SKU: 4549292222050
Price: 2299.0 GBP
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CanonSKU: 4549292222050

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Introducing the RF 200-800mm F6.3-9 IS USM Full Frame Super-Telephoto Zoom Lens for EOS R Mirrorless Cameras: A Game Changer in Wildlife and Sports Photography

Whether you're capturing nature's beauty or sports action, the RF 200-800mm's incredible power allows you to pull even the smallest subjects into your frame, even from as close as 0.8m. Thanks to its 5.5-stop Optical Image Stabilization, lightning-fast autofocus, and exceptional optical construction, you can expect high-quality images and videos every time.

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Revolutionising the world of wildlife and sports photography with the RF 200-800mm F6.3-9 IS USM Full Frame super-telephoto zoom lens for EOS R mirrorless cameras. This new and affordable lens reaches further than any other lens in its class, offering all the desirable focal lengths in one. Reach the unreachable with just one lens.

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The RF 200-800mm F6.3-9 IS USM has incredible power to pull even small subjects right into the frame, from as close as 0.8m. Its 5.5-stop Optical Image Stabilisation, fast autofocus, focal range and optical construction deliver high-quality images and videos.

The lens is the ideal choice for enthusiasts who want to push the boundaries of wildlife and sports photography, capturing what may not have been possible previously.

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Key features

200-800mm super-telephoto zoom: Flexible and long-reaching focal range.
New RF Optical design: Innovative new design using the RF mount for high image

quality.
Nano USM Motor: for fast, smooth and quiet autofocus for stills and video
Up to 5.5-stops of optical image stabilisation
Nine-blade aperture for beautiful background rendering
Weather-resistant for use in harsh conditions
Compact, lightweight design: 2050g weight, 314mm length

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Canon RF 200-800 Sample Images

Motocross rider on a blue Yamaha doing a stylish whip

Surfer in Australia riding out of a small wave

Great Grey Owl with soft bokeh background

Elevate your photography game with the RF 200-800mm lens – the key to capturing those extraordinary moments in stunning detail. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to enhance your photography skills!

Understanding: Aperture

Aperture is the opening in a camera lens that controls how much light enters the camera. It's measured in f-stops like f/2.8 or f/8. Lower f-stop numbers mean wider openings, letting in more light and creating a shallow depth of field (blurry background). Higher f-stop numbers mean smaller openings, letting in less light and creating a larger depth of field (more of the scene in focus). Aperture also affects the quality of out-of-focus areas in the image (bokeh).

Understanding: Lens Types

Different lenses have different purposes to achieve different styles of images, some popular ones include:
Prime Lens: Fixed focal length, sharp images, great for portraits and dark settings.
Zoom Lens: Variable focal length, versatile for different shots and everyday use..
Wide-Angle Lens: Captures wide scenes like landscapes.
Telephoto Lens: Magnifies distant subjects, ideal for sports & wildlife.
Macro Lens: Perfect for close-up photography of small subjects.
Fisheye Lens: Ultra-wide perspective, creates unique images.

Understanding: Lens Mounts

Different camera brands use different lens mounts, which are like connectors that attach lenses to camera bodies. Each mount is specific to a particular brand and camera series. For example, Canon uses the EF and RF mounts, Nikon uses the F mount, Sony uses the E mount for its mirrorless cameras. These mounts dictate which lenses are compatible with which cameras. Some brands offer adapters to use lenses from other systems, but it's essential to ensure compatibility for proper functionality and autofocus performance.

Understanding: Manual and Autofocus

Manual focus and autofocus are two ways to adjust the sharpness of a camera lens. With manual focus, you turn a ring on the lens to bring the subject into focus yourself, giving you full control over what appears sharp in the image. Autofocus, on the other hand, relies on the camera's built-in technology to automatically adjust the focus for you, usually by detecting contrast or phase differences in the scene. Autofocus can be convenient, especially for fast-moving subjects or when you need to capture a quick shot, whereas manual focus allows for precise adjustments and creative control over the final image.