Canon EF 70-200mm f4L USM#
The lightweight L-series telephoto zoom — 705g versus the 1,490g of the f/2.8L IS. No image stabilization (unlike the f/4L IS version), but sharp, contrasty, and compact for a 200mm telephoto. On APS-C it covers 112–320mm equivalent. A favourite for sports and portraits on Canon APS-C bodies.
Compatibility#
| Body | Notes | Photos in library |
|---|---|---|
| Canon EOS 40D | EF native | 936 |
| Canon EOS 7D | EF native | 838 |
| Digital Rebel XTi | EF native | 398 |
EF mount — compatible with all Canon EF/EF-S bodies. On APS-C: 112–320mm equiv.
Key Specifications#
| Attribute | Spec |
|---|---|
| Focal length | 70–200mm (112–320mm equiv on APS-C) |
| Maximum aperture | f/4 (constant) |
| Optical construction | 16 elements in 13 groups (1 fluorite, 2 UD) |
| Aperture blades | 8 (rounded) |
| Minimum focus | 120 cm |
| Filter thread | 67mm |
| AF motor | Ring-type USM |
| Stabilization | No (IS version available separately) |
| Weather sealed | Yes (L-series) |
| Weight | 705g |
| Dimensions | 76 × 172mm |
| Year | 1999 |