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White Canon L-series telephoto zoom lens, EF mount, 70-300mm f/4-5.6, 67mm filter thread

Canon

Canon 4426B002 EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6L IS USM camera lens White

SKU CH-E02W-1JCC2 MPN 4426B002

A compact telephoto zoom covering 70-300mm with 4-stop stabilisation, two UD elements, ring-type USM and full-time manual focus override for Canon EF cameras

  • Part type or numberSLR Lenses
  • Diameter67 mm
  • Focus systemAuto Focus
  • Lens focal length70–300 mm
  • Lens aperturef/4–5.6 (1 : 4–5.6)
  • Product format35 mm Full-Frame, Canon (APS-C)
  • Versatile 70-300mm zoom covers wide telephoto range
  • L-series build with two UD elements for high contrast
  • 4-stop image stabilizer reduces blur at slow shutter speeds
  • Ring-type USM delivers fast, quiet autofocus with manual override
  • 8-blade circular aperture creates smooth background blur

Compact telephoto zoom for full-frame and APS-C

The Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6L IS USM covers a 70-300 mm focal range on both 35 mm full-frame and Canon APS-C bodies. Its L-series build resists dust and moisture while weighing less than many comparable zooms. Photographers tracking wildlife, sports or news events gain reach without swapping lenses.

Two UD elements and a 4-stop stabiliser

Nineteen elements in fourteen groups include two Ultra-low Dispersion pieces that cut chromatic aberration across the zoom range. The optical image stabiliser provides up to four stops of shake correction tuned to this focal span. An eight-blade circular aperture produces smooth background blur when isolating subjects at longer focal lengths.

Ring-type USM with full-time manual override

The ultrasonic motor drives fast, near-silent autofocus and allows instant manual adjustment without flipping a switch. Inner and rear focusing keeps the front element stationary, so 67 mm filters such as polarisers do not rotate during focus. Minimum focus distance is 1.2 m (3.94 ft) for 0.21x magnification. Builders needing wider angles or faster constant apertures should look elsewhere.

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Price $1,168.99
Pricier than about 84% of the 2,570 comparable items (median $546.49).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameCanon
Model name4426B002
Part type or numberSLR Lenses
Product typeTelephoto Zoom Lens
Product colorWhite
Audio & video
Focus systemAuto Focus
Lens focal length70–300 mm
Lens aperturef/4–5.6 (1 : 4–5.6)
Lens mountCanon EF
Viewing angle34–8.15 degrees
Closest focusing distance3.94 ft (1.2 m)
Optical construction19 elements in 14 groups
StabilizationYes
Auto-focusYes
Size & build
Diameter67 mm
Filter thread size67 mm
Product dimensions3.5 in × 5.6 in (Max. Diameter × Length)
Product weight2.31 lb (1.05 kg)
Shipping weight1.48 kg
Package size267 × 155 × 152 mm
Compatibility
Compatible withCanon EOS
More details
Product format35 mm Full-Frame, Canon (APS-C)
Magnifying power0.21x
Focus adjustmentLens extension via inner focusing and focus cam plus floating mechanism

Questions about this item

How often should the 67 mm filter thread and weather seals be checked or replaced?

The 67 mm filter thread is a permanent metal mount; clean it when changing filters. The L-series dust and moisture seals need no scheduled replacement, but inspect them after heavy rain or dust exposure.

At 300 mm and f/5.6, what limits sharpness during long handheld sessions?

Diffraction at f/5.6 and the 0.21× maximum magnification set the resolution ceiling; the 4-stop stabiliser and ring-type USM keep shake and focus error below that limit.

Does the extending barrel or ultrasonic motor add noticeable heat or noise during all-day shooting?

Inner and rear focusing moves elements internally, so the barrel does not extend. The ring-type USM runs nearly silent and produces negligible heat even with continuous autofocus.

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