Canon EF 200-400mm f/4L IS USM Lens | In Depth Review

[@RVNmedic]

Thanks for a fantastic review. I have been looking at this lens for a while. There are many on the used market. It's just a matter of price and condition. I will have one within a week. Thanks again.

[@arnolttbromanskie9733]

I rent this lens occasionally and it’s a very flexible one. I used it also with the 2x extender but with some degradation in images quality. Therefore it’s a lens with good quality up to 1120mm focal length in combination with both extenders.

[@22welcome]

I think it is awesome lens for safari plus 70-200mm ✌️ , thank you so much for this amazing review 🤗

[@djking9828]

Incredible images, what a lens. Imagine it w a EOS R7 for wildlife. 🤷‍♂️

[@PhotoFeaver]

This lens with a Canon EOS R7 would be a dream set up for a lot of wildlife photographers. You could get up to 900 mm in length

[@Digi20]

Great video and superb pictures. I am not doing wildlife photography and since over a decade the 135mm f2 is my longest lens, and even that only gets used ocasionally for weddings and portraits. i have absolutely no use for the 200-400 in my current photography world, but, the whole time since it got released there is a sweet voice, softly whispering to me what a nice piece of glas it is. maybe if it drops a little bit further in used marked prices i will give in. would certainly open many new possibilities. looks to be a great tool for video too.

[@becandjim6080]

great video. many many thanks! FYI, your size comparison chart has a typo on the length label for the RF100-300mm. Says 15.1 inches. Should be 13 inches.

[@PhotoFeaver]

Thank you, good spot thanks!

[@user-hg8jn6oz9g]

In my opinion, this is the best telephoto zoom lens canon have ever made.

[@marksuchomelsr6698]

The filter holder with the lens is a gel filter holder. To use any standard filter 52 mm, you would need to purchase the drop-in screw filter holder which costs about $150 USD extra. The Drop-in CPL also goes for about the same. They are available in the used market for a bit less. While the lens is a beast at almost 8 pounds, it handles beautifully. The image quality rivals any prime lens of equal focal length, and surpasses any multi-focal lens in its class.

[@mcquangus]

does anyone else have this lens? I just bought one used and it’s got a lil rattle to it when it’s turned off. Works perfect though. Can’t find any info on it, any help?

[@MMB.__]

Great review. How about at 500 mm? Is sharpness closer to 400 or 560? Thanks

[@patrickvandervelde5752]

Thank you vlfor your review. Just wondering What you think of it's worth buying it in 2024? Would this be compatible with rf? Thank you and take care

[@eerofi]

All other EF lenses are compatible, so why not this.

[@marksuchomelsr6698]

I picked mine up in a private sale last October for about $5700 USD on eBAY. To my surprise his estimate at Like new was exactly what I received. The only item that was not included was the second lens foot. I have been wanting this lens for years, but like you, refused to pay new prices for it. It seems that since the Canon RF 100-300 came out, these lenses have been popping up on the market.

[@industrialandcommercialgia7294]

Great video! How this lens compares to a sigma 120-300mm sport + 1.4x teleconverter (for about half of the price)?

[@stubones]

From experience, I'd compare the Sigma optically to be about on a par with the EF 70-200mm f/2.8 mkii, and the 200-400 is slightly sharper. If cost is your concern then Sigma is a better option, but for image quality, and longer native focal length the 200-400 is better. I don't think the weight difference is drastic...

[@SPORTS_AND_ETC]

no matter in vieo mode AF?

[@JMF6315]

Merci pour cette vidéo et avez vous essayé l’objectifs avec le speed booster canon avec la c70 et permet il de gagner un STOP en ouverture 🎥 Cordialement Jmarc 🎥😎

[@eerofi]

The only thing I would consider before buying this is how long Canon will support it. That means, for how long you will be able to get service and spare parts if it breaks. Older EF lenses are already out of support so good luck if you break one. The expiration date for this lens hasn't been confirmed yet, but for example, service life for Canon EF 500mm f4 ii lasts until February 2029, and it is only one year older than the 200-400mm lens.

[@shadowhunter5348]

You say the lens is sealed from dust and water but surely dust and water can get in through the drop in filter?

[@martyp2138]

With the cover open yes, although when in place it is fully sealed (gaskets on cover lid)

[@drivingnomad6012]

Am a wildlife photographer and have this lens for 2 years now! This has never let me down in any lighting condition..! Only thing to crib about is the weight 😂

[@ZebbanEkb]

When the extender is activated. Is it still a F4 or F5,6?

[@drivingnomad6012]

@ZebbanEkb it's F5.6

[@bladewarm1969]

Would you prefer a 400 2.8 over it if you have an option?

[@drivingnomad6012]

@@bladewarm1969 given the flexibility it offers, i wouldn't prefer a 400 F 2.8 over it.. I love the 400 F 2.8 and even if I buy one, I wouldn't trade in this lens. That being said, there's an RF 200-500 F4 that's rumoured to be released in Jan 2025. If that comes out, I ll sell this and get that for that extra 100mm reach and the light weight.

[@thimoschreiber4275]

The prices you mentioned just dont fit at all. When looking at the used market the 200-400 is more like 4000. You can get some fore 3000 or less but these have many beauty marks or technical problems