Canon EF 300mm f/4L IS USM
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Specifications
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Mount
EF - Canon
Announced Date
March 1997
Release Date
March 1997
MSRP At Launch
$1,300 USD
Weight
1190 g
Dimensions
Length221mm
Diameter90mm
Optics
Lens Type
Prime
Focal Length
300mm
Magnification
0.24x
Minimum Focus Distance
4.92ft / 1.50m
Number of Elements
15
Number of Element Groups
11
Has Diffractive Optics
No
Aperture
Maximum Aperture
f/4
Minimum Aperture
f/32
Number of Diaphragm Blades
8
Has Rounded Diaphragm Blades
No
Has Aperture Ring
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
Yes
Has Stabilization Switch
Yes
CIPA Stabilization Rating Stops
2 stops
Build & Controls
Mount Material
Metal
Has Weather Sealing
Yes
Filters
Accepts Filter Types
Front Screw-on
Front Filter Thread Size
77mm
Accessories
Has Lens Hood
Yes
Has Tripod Collar/Lens Foot
Yes
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Item CreatedOctober 6th, 2025
Last UpdatedOctober 6th, 2025
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