Canon EF 300mm f/2.8L USM
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Specifications
Basic Information
Mount
EF - Canon
Announced Date
November 1987
Release Date
November 1987
MSRP At Launch
$3,029 USD
Weight
2855 g
Dimensions
Length253mm
Diameter125mm
Optics
Lens Type
Prime
Focal Length
300mm
Magnification
0.11x
Minimum Focus Distance
9.84ft / 3.00m
Number of Elements
10
Number of Element Groups
8
Has Diffractive Optics
No
Aperture
Maximum Aperture
f/2.8
Minimum Aperture
f/32
Number of Diaphragm Blades
8
Has Rounded Diaphragm Blades
No
Focus
Has Autofocus
Yes
Focus Motor Type
USM
Has AF/MF Switch
Yes
Has Focus Limiter
Yes
Has Focus Ring
Yes
Has Internal Focus
Yes
Front Element Rotates
No
Stabilization
Has Image Stabilization
No
Build & Controls
Mount Material
Metal
Has Weather Sealing
Yes
Filters
Accepts Filter Types
Rear Drop-in
Drop In Filter Size
48mm
Accessories
Has Lens Hood
Yes
Has Tripod Collar/Lens Foot
Yes
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Item CreatedNovember 3, 2025
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