Canon RF 100-400mm f/5.6-8 IS USM Lens

The Canon RF 100-400mm f/5.6-8 IS USM Super-Telephoto Zoom Lens delivers exceptional reach, sharp optics, and up to 6 stops of image stabilisation in a compact, travel-friendly body — making it the ideal super-telephoto zoom for wildlife, birds in flight, sports, and travel photography on Canon EOS R full-frame mirrorless cameras. The optical formula of 17 elements in 12 groups includes one Ultra Low Dispersion (ULD) element to minimise chromatic aberration and colour fringing throughout the zoom range, one aspherical element to control distortion and maintain sharpness across the frame, and Super Spectra Coating to reduce flare and ghosting in strong backlight. Nano USM autofocus — combining ring USM and STM motors — delivers fast, accurate, near-silent focusing for both stills and video, with full-time manual focus override in One-Shot AF mode for precise creative control. Up to 5.5 stops of optical IS (6 stops coordinated with compatible IBIS bodies) enables confident handheld shooting at long focal lengths in challenging light, while a 0.41x maximum magnification at 400mm allows close-focusing on subjects as small as a credit card — a capability rarely found in super-telephoto zooms at this price point. A configurable Control Ring allows intuitive adjustment of aperture, ISO, or exposure compensation, a rounded 9-blade diaphragm produces smooth bokeh, and compatibility with the Extender RF 1.4x and RF 2x teleconverters extends reach to 560mm or 800mm respectively. Available for pre-order at Foto Discount World, Pretoria — South Africa’s authorised Canon dealer with genuine local warranty and fast nationwide delivery. Call 012 548 5651 or email sales@fotodiscountworld.co.za to confirm availability.