Expand your creative perspective with the Canon EF 100-400mm F4.5-5.6L IS II USM, a highly versatile telephoto zoom lens available through Unicorn Films, your trusted camera and lens rental partner. Crafted for photographers and filmmakers who demand both reach and clarity, this lens is engineered for flexibility, robust performance, and precise control enabling you to tackle everything from wildlife and sports photography to airshows and remote events.
Rent the Canon EF 100-400mm F4.5-5.6L IS II USM from Unicorn Films and take advantage of a premier super-telephoto lens that empowers every photographer, DOP, or filmmaker to capture moments clearly from any distance.
| Feature | Description | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Focal Length and Aperture | 100-400mm, f/4.5-5.6 variable | Flexible reach for close or distant subjects |
| Optical Construction | 21 elements, 16 groups; fluorite and Super UD glass | High clarity, reduced aberrations, true color |
| Image Stabilization | Four-stop IS, three selectable modes | Sharper handheld shots, better tracking for action |
| Autofocus Motor | Ring-type USM, full-time manual override | Accurate, fast, and ultra-quiet focusing |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 0.98 meters (3.2 feet) at all zoom | Enables semi-macro close-ups on location |
| Maximum Magnification | 0.31x at 400mm | Fill the frame with detail for small subjects |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9, circular for smooth background blur | Professional control over creative depth of field |
| Weather Sealing | Dust and moisture resistant, fluorine coated glass | Reliable outdoor use for field shoots and travel |
| Zoom Type | Rotation-type zoom with custom torque adjustment | Smooth, precise composition changes at any moment |
| Tripod Collar | Rotatable, removable, easy vertical/horizontal switch | Fast transitions for vertical or landscape framing |
| Front Filter Size | 77mm standard screw-in thread | Supports ND, polarizing, or protection filters |
| Weight | 1,570 grams without tripod mount | Portable for field shoots, manageable handheld use |
| Dimensions | 94 × 193mm (diameter × length, retracted) | Compact for a super-telephoto lens |
| Teleconverter Compatibility | Compatible with Canon EF 1.4x and 2.0x TCs | Extend reach for extreme distance coverage |
| Air Sphere and Super Spectra Coatings | Multi-layered coatings on key elements | Suppresses flare and boosts contrast in backlight |
| Included Accessories | Lens hood (with window), tripod mount, soft case | Ready for rental clients’ needs on location |
The rotation-type zoom ring with customizable tension lets you set the zoom action to be smooth or firm depending on your shooting style, so you can adapt quickly for handheld panning at sports matches or precise framing on a tripod for wildlife.
Yes, it is fully compatible with Canon EF-mount full-frame and APS-C DSLR bodies. On APS-C cameras, it provides an equivalent 160-640mm field of view for even greater reach, making it ideal for distant wildlife, aviation, or sports projects.
With a close focus of only 0.98 meters and up to 0.31x magnification at 400mm, the lens excels at semi-macro work. Rental clients often use it for tight shots of nature, intricate product details, or creative backgrounds while maintaining a safe distance from subjects.
The lens’s four-stop Optical Image Stabilizer significantly reduces blur in handheld photography, making it excellent for shooting sharp images at slower shutter speeds or tracking moving subjects without a tripod.
This zoom excels in capturing wildlife, sports, aviation, and distant subjects at events, thanks to its versatile 100-400mm range, fast AF, and sharp optics making it a reliable choice for photographers who need reach and flexibility.
