Canon RF 100-500 MEGAZOOM | MUST-HAVE Lens or Waste of Money?
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- čas přidán 29. 06. 2024
- 500mm, small, light, and super flexible, sounds amazing, but can the new Canon RF 100-500 mm L IS USM deliver in the field? What about being wide-open at F7.1, is that gonna be a problem? For years I have been looking for a smaller bird photography lens that can compliment my F4 600mm prime lens. Will this finally be the lens that fits that role by delivering great image quality and the flexibility I need?
What are your thoughts on the 100-500mm lens? Do you own one, will you get one? Let me know in the comments!
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Time Stamps
0:00 Intro
1:06 The lens I have been looking for?
2:16 First Impressions
3:11 Tricky to zoom
3:41 Lens Hood & Filters
4:02 Autofocus
4:46 Amazing Stabilisation
5:08 Minimum Focusing Distance
6:06 Limit with Extender
7:18 TWO 100-500!?
8:17 IMAGE REVIEW
9:16 Image & Quick Edit
10:00 100-500 vs 800/11
11:25 My favorite image taken with this lens!
12:22 Image on R6
12:37 So Flexible - Image Review!
13:39 100-500 vs 4/600 II
14:17 Rainforest Images
14:41 100-500 vs 4/500 II
16:24 Extender Use
20:26 Birds In Flight
22:33 Thoughts after weeks in the Field
24:24 What are your thoughts?
Great review, thank you so much! This will be my next lens for sure
Thank you! Good choice!
Man, the RF100-500 is an absolute beast of a lens. I have owned it for over 2 years and it is one of my most used lenses by far. It is so incredibly versatile! I will most probably treat myself the RF600 f4 for my 40th birthday next year, but my RF100-500 will stay with me for forever since it just so good and light.
I only just saw this video today. I must say that you did a great job explaining this lens in detail. The extender comparisons really helped me to make decisions as well. Even though this video is over a year old, it is still very useful today. I am looking to buy one ASAP but of course all of the major stores are sold out. Thanks Jan.
Thanks Jan so much for taking all this time to provide information.Really enjoyed it as always. Your videos are terrific
Glad you like them!
The RF 100-500 is such an incredibly amazing lens. And this lens in conjunction with the R5 is hands down the best photo gear I've ever owned in many years of photography, by a LOT...and I've owned plenty of 1 and 5 series bodies before. Just the amazing ability to track subjects and the beautiful high ISO delivers such amazingly sharp results with far more keepers than I've ever experienced before. Plus, the best lens is always the one you have with you. I love that the 100-500 is so light and gives you the ability to freely travel, without having to lug along the weight of a 500 or 600mm prime, which get very weary handholding for extended periods. What you lose in a little less bokeh you gain back tenfold in the sheer versatility and flexibility. I'm frequently shooting osprey coming in with fish and I never know exactly where they're going to be coming in. The ability to move quickly to track incoming birds from all angles and various locations makes all the difference for me. As Jan mentioned, this lens performs extremely well with the teleconverters. I honestly don't think I lose any AF speed with the 1.4x on. My only complaint here is that the lens cannot be fully retracted with the teleconverter on and also requires the lens to be extended to install the teleconverter which is slightly annoying.
Thanks for sharing. The 100-500 with R5 is certainly an amazing combo. Agreed about the "issue" with the converter
Jan thanks! Another great review. The sharpness and autofocus speed is amazing.
Thank you, it is!
Really great review, Jan. I have an R6 and a backordered 100-500. Can't wait to receive it and share your experience!
Great. You will love it
Thanks, Jan I have just purchased this lens and an R5. I’m getting my best ever images I have ever taken. Thanks for the great videos. I enjoy them immensely. Keep up the great
work.
Thank you, will do! Yes, the combo you got is amazing!
My dream setup.. congratulations😍😍
Best video yet with just the facts!!!! Thank you very much! 🤗
Glad you enjoyed it!
Thanks Jan for the great review. Amazing quality of pictures. You proof again that a good lens is a good investment. The versatility of this lens is a big plus.
My pleasure!
Thank you for this much anticipated video. Amazing stuff. I have the 100-500 and a 1.4 extender and I just love it. Best combo ever and I can easily live without the last bit of extra quality I would get out of one of the big whites. The image quality along with the flexibility and great form factor and build quality make this an absolute stunner
Glad you enjoyed it Aaron! Yes, the IQ, size, weight and overall performance make this lens amazing
I’m going to collect my 100-500 today. My brain is buzzing of thinking If I Can do with the 1.4 extender and avoid adding a rf800 to My collection?!
@@Mikkidk2400 certainly, I just find the 100-500 a bit of a hassle to use with the extender as the barrel needs to be extended half way when working with the extender. Image quality holds up nicely though
Great video again, Jan. I got my R5 about 2 weeks ago and just got my 100-500. We went out today to try it. Still much ice in Idaho but managed a couple of shots. I was very pleasantly surprised. Some out of focus on BIF but that was me. Practice... practice... practice! This is a winning combination!
Good stuff! Congrats on the lens! I agree, it's almost like you have to have used this combo to understand how good it is.
The RF 100-500 and R5 has been my most used combo over the past few months. I preordered the lens when it was announced. You hit the nail on the head when you mentioned that it’s great for getting close up almost macro like shots. Great review. 👍
Thanks for sharing and glad you liked the video
@@jan_wegener what song did you use in the intro? Loved it!
Thanks Jan, great review!
Great stuff. I have had the 100-500 and the R5 for some months now and love the combination. For birds in flight it is amazing at 20 frames a second. am addicted. And the close ups . The difference from the 7d mk 2 is huge.
Yes, it's great combo!
Thank you! This video was very helpful and the yes, the lens is something else. I've been eyeing this guy for a while. Might finally be time to make it a reality. Take care.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Thank you for this great review and amazing photos!
Glad you enjoyed it!
I switched to RF about 16 months ago, picked up the EOS R and the 24-240 as a simple light weight inexpensive travel set up instead of travelling with the 5DIII and several “red ring”lenses. Quickly got hooked on the R and sourced a RF 100-500 this spring. (Was nearly impossible to find anything in stock in Canada). Having used this lens now for 6 months, it is by far my favourite PBWA lens. I used it mostly for birds and the close focusing distance is amazing for insects and flowers. I love this lens so much I rarely take my landscape lenses or my f2.8 70-200 out for a walk anymore. I’ve just subscribed to your videos and they are really informative. Keep them coming!
Thanks for sharing. It's a fantastic lens!
Great informative video as always Jan! I have the 100-500mm and both R5 and R6. So impressed with the image quality and portability. Bought the zoom mainly for photographing polar and grizzly bears up close but also a great walk around lense and backyard bird/insect/flower photography lense/camera combo. Canon never disappoints.
Agreed! The versatility combined with great IQ is really what makes this lens great and unique
best channel to learn something of birdphotograpy, i have learned so much, thank you Jan.
Happy to hear that!
Thank you so much for all your comments. Amazing video. I just bought one RF 100-500 and I'm loving it.
Congrats!
I was so lucky as a newb to choose the R5 & RF 100-500 with RF 2x extender as my first setup. It’s very encouraging to see how great your shots are. The 20 FPS capability has allowed me to get some amazing bird shots I’d never imagined were possible. Most of my shots are at the ocean or refuge at long range. As I get more experience I hope to get more closeups. Also need to learn how to process with Lightroom and Photoshop so will watch your masterclass. Really appreciate your talent and generous sharing!
Hey!
Yes, that's a great combo for sure. It really opens up a lot more possibilities in bird photography. What often helps, especially as a beginner is to find areas with relatively tame birds like duck ponds. You will be able to get some really nice images there. Masterclass will help you a lot to learn how to get the most out of your images.
Shooting at F14.2 at 1000mm? Seems like it wouldn’t be beneficial in low light.
Thank you for an outstanding review of the new Canon 100 - 500mm lens. Your photographs speak for themselves. Saw the lens on the net some time ago and was very interested. Will certainly be considering the purchase in the near future.
My pleasure!
Great video as always. I have the R5 and RF 100-500. What a great combo. The lens is outstanding and is very sharp, very close to my 600 mm f4 IS II.
Thanks for sharing, exactly my experiences
Great video again, Jan. Thank you and keep up the good work. I love watching your video's.
As soon it is availlable in Holland I'll upgrade from a sigma 150-600 Sport.
Thanks Anton :)
Great review mate, I can't wait to get one myself. Cheers, Duade
Hay Jan, where is the forest location? I know the beach scenes look like Philip Island, but love to know where to go to get shots of those birds in the forest.
Now to find the money for that lens!
Thanks mate, yes, hurry up :D
You will find those birds in most locations around Melbourne that has hills. Like Dandenongs, Healsville area etc
Fantastic lens indeed and a great review. I would love to start saving for this piece of glass. Thanks
Thank you! It's a great lens for sure
Amazing video.. 👍 I agree with everything you said about this lens. I have been using it on the EOS R for about 3 months for wildlife and I'm very happy with my purchase
Great to hear!
Hi Jan
Thanks for the Superb Video and coverage of the R5 & 100-500mm Lens !!.I have just bought the combo and am still experimenting with it but have found it to be very sharp. Thanks for your tuition as it will assist in improving my shots especially birds in flight. I have had fantastic early results - a happy boy.
Have fun! Glad you find some value ion my videos :)
Thank you so much for this video, Jan! I was really looking forward to watching it and I'm in a big trouble now 🙄💸💸
Hehe! I can feel your pain. I didn't want to like it and then bought one the week after lol
As soon as you use it: No more trouble ;-)
The fact is the price of this lens in Australia is a real stealing from people of a part of the planet in comparison to its price in US!
After this video, this lens became my dream lens 😆 Maybe after I graduate.... Greetings from Czech Republic! Love your videos and photos! :)
It's a great piece of glass and super versatile.
Glad you enjoyed the video
This is my go to lens for wildlife, paired with an R5. Quality is incredibly good and the stabilisation is excellent for hand holding those long shots of African wildlife. I use it for video as much, or even more, than for stills. Great lens.
Totally agree! I use it very similarly
I just got my r5 and 100-500 lens. Lens still in the box. I wanted to watch your video first. Now I am ready to shoot. Thanks
Thanks Jan. Great video...Helpful details. Fantastic images too. I’m waiting on my RF 100-500m....getting impatient!
Hope you will get it soon!
Thanks Jan I have this lens and totally agree with your assessment of it. I feel luck to own the R5 and RF100-500 best set up I’ve owned and I’m getting my best ever images
Yes, the two together are a killer combo
Hi Jan, great video as ever. I have been using the 100-500mm on the R5 for several months and also love the flexibility this set up gives me. I took some sunset shots last week at 500mm and was amazed that I could see detail of scaffolding on a lighthouse which was several miles away! Keep up the good work!
Yes, the IQ is pretty amazing for such a long zoom range
@@jan_wegener also did you need to denoise the bird photos? If so how do you denoise them?
Thank you for this video! Ver y impressed by your pictures.
Glad you like them!
G’day Jan, many thanks for this brilliant video, I have just bought this lens and am really looking forward to the freedom of it! Your review is excellent, has made me more confident in my decision. I can no longer carry the large weights of the big primes due to age and health issues so have traded in the big primes reluctantly for one of these, so thank you for your great review.
Great to hear. Enjoy the lens!
I just picked this combo up yesterday, I read your heading and thought I hope Jan doesn't conclude its a waste of money! looks like I've made the right decision, cant wait to use it.
I love that combo for sure!
wow fantastic photos , thank you for explain the details from the lens , now I must economise money to buy first the R5 😊
Glad you enjoyed it!
I have a R6 with the 100-500 and the 1.4x extender. I use the extender occasionally and I'm impressed with the focus capability, image quality and a bonus with the extender attached is the short throw of the zoom ring. 😀
Great to hear! It's a nice combo!
Great video. I'm sold as soon as I can save up the money. Nice to see Canon come roaring back. 👍👍
Totally! It's a fantastic lens
Thank you for this video Jan !! Sold going to get it!
Glad it was helpful!
i will receive this week .. and i will try on my new R7 hope its a good match thank you for this video was excellent !
Great video, thanks. I just received my 100-500 and the 1.4 extender. Here in the midwest we don’t have as exiting bird as you have down under. Thanks for putting out this great content.
Congrats!
This was an amazing review, thank you!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Fantastic review and images Jan
Thank you! Cheers!
Thanks Jan for explaining the ultimate difference between an excellent zoom lens and a dedicated prime lens, when shooting in poor lighting conditions. Not being a pro, the 100-500 really seems to be the best possible lens, probably for a long time. The RP has recently become my gateway to RF lenses, with the 100-500 being #1 in the wish list.
I agree, for most people the difference will never really show up. If you do very specialised things like I do at times, the big primes still give you an edge, but you also pay dearly for that edge.
You won’t like that combo
Excelente review. Gracias por la información. Tengo la Canon R5 y el 100-500, es realmente bueno. Saludos desde Talca, Chile :)
told you you would love it lol.... Fantastic lens and with the 1.4 its superb for close ups almost macro shots on insects etc. I love mine on the R5... great video buddy!!
Yes, it's very nice! Thank you!
Hi Jan,
I agree with your positive review! I have used it to make thousands of bird photos the past few months and I find it is amazingly good and versatile on the Canon R5. Having such a compact lens (I am used to Canon 600mm and the 800mm) that can do so much is refreshing. Now I don't need to use my big lenses quite so much and carry them so far. Plus, with the 45MPs of the Canon R5, when I need a smaller angle of view, I set the R5 to the 1.6x crop and then I have the view of an 800mm lens. I think this will be my main lens on my next safari to Kenya! Keep up the great videos. I love your birds too!
Yes, I am the same. This small size, with such a good IQ, is really unique. I still love my big lenses, but if I go to a beach for instance now, I will more often opt for the 100-500 rather than a big prime.
Glad you are enjoying my work!
I'm using the R5 and RF100-500 and I just can't wait until the Dragonfly season starts in the end of April here in Denmark. I got a few dragonfly shots in the end of 2020 and the AF can actually catch flying dragonflies in the air and focus on the head of the animals.
Am waiting for the same thing, dragonflies are my favourite subject but current camera and lens has difficulty getting flight shots.
Looking forward to that as well
I've always wanted to try shooting dragonflies. They're so small and flying all over the place...how do you get them without locking onto the background all the time?
Yes, the eye AF has been amazing and this lens allows quite a close approach as well, which can help to get the dragonfly into the frame.
I can’t wait for Ant season. Canon has incredible Ant Eye AF just really the best in the game!
Sold! I’ve been on the fence about moving from my 5D MK4 I use for landscapes and 7D MK2 with Tamron 150-600 for wildlife setup and replacing the 7D with an R5 coupled with the 100-500 RF for wildlife and your video has tipped me over the edge. Remarkable video and incredibly informative, just great!
Thanks you, glad I could help.
Very well done and informative video! Always love your videos and look forward to seeing more. For me I chose used 100-400 V2 and the 1.4 which I could use on my R5 and M6 Mark II. If I had the money I would of loved the 100-500 and the new tele-converts to go with my 600mm. Maybe one day. Lol
Ah you did! see it! The 100-400 is a great lens as well.
Wonderful images! Great lens and video.
Many thanks!
I love your videos. Really great!
Thank you very much!
inspiring brother. congrats for your work.
Thank you so much 😀
Great video as always
Glad you enjoyed it!
Hi Jan, I ve watched a lot of video's to collect info about the RF 100-500. But this is one of the best! I was using a R6 with adapter and the 100-400 is usm II. Very good combination, working well, but I sell it and buy the RF 100-500. It's very expensive, but worth every euro. It's amazingly sharp, fast and nice boken. Best lens I ever had! Thanks for your video!
Awesome, thank you!
Hi Jan! I totally agree with you. I bouhgt this lens two weeks ago, and it has not been off my R5. We don't have that amount of birds in Denmark, especially March is a little too early, but I have tried it out on the coasts, and I am blown away with it.
Thank for all the details and beautiful pictures.
Kind Regards, Jan, DK
Thanks for sharing! Glad you are enjoying this lens
Hey. An interesting and well-detailed video. Thank you.
My pleasure!
Great blog , thanks Jan ! I am waiting on my new R7 with this lens 100/500 .. I think it will make an excellent combination . Time will tell .. due to arrive mid July 2022 .
I was hoping the rumored RF 200-500 f/4 would become reality, but I got tired of the issues with my adapted Sigma 150-600S, and bought the RF 100-500. I am very glad I did, it’s a fantastic lens, much better than the Sigma in all aspects.
I've just done exactly the same. The sigma was great on my DSLR, but it's a mess on my R6
I’ve just done exactly the same thing. I had a Sigma 150-600 S on my Canon r7 and just found it too heavy and cumbersome for field use. In two days of the new RF 100-500 I genuinely believe it to be the best piece of kit I’ve ever owned. The AF and Eye Detection is superb.
What kind of issues were you having? I was thinking of moving to a mirrorless body but i have the 150-600 contemporary lens and was planning on using it.
I have it and love it. It pretty much stays on my R5💕
I can totally understand why!
That overhead drone shot on the beach!
:) Trying to add new angles :)
Stunning images!
Many thanks!
Great video, thank you for the info.
Glad it was helpful!
Excellent review!!!
Thanks for watching
This lens turns out to be the most versatile I ever used in decades of nature photography.
Great handheld, great on a tripod
Great for landscape
Great for plants, even closeups and details
Waiting season for butterfies and dragonflies will start, this lens i very promising
Great for birds and mammals
The IQ mounted to the R5 is outstanding in all those applications.
Sure a big white prime does have an edge, but they are not close regarding versatility.
Couldn't agree more! The versatility combined with amazing IQ is insane
Awesome video. I currently have a 70-200 2.8 that has been my primary for outdoor sports pictures and videos. I don't own a lens with a greater zoom than 200. And on my R6, its causing me to constantly crop in, which drastically reduces my pixels down from the 20. Im glad you touched on both the pictures and video aspect of this lens. I think I might have to bit the bullet and get this lens. I feel really handcuffed with my current set up. You have some great informative videos, keep it up.
Thank you!
Yes 200 can be pretty short. This lens can be a good all around lens. It could just be harder to get fast shutter speeds for sport at times. But the R6 can handle the high ISo well
Wow great video regarding this new lens
Thanks! 😀
Hi, I’m using the RF 100-500 with my R6 and the results are such that I’ve even sold my EF 300 f2.8 along with its extenders. I agree with your comments on the zoom restriction on the 100-500 with the extenders fitted, although I wasn’t surprised after I found out that I couldn’t use them at all on my RF 70-200 f2.8. That was very disappointing! Thanks for the excellent videos - I’m watching so many Paton and Wegener productions my wife says I’m starting to get a Strine accent!!
Haha! Yes, quite the mix of accents there.
Yes, converter use was more of an afterthought in most RF lenses so far.
Glad you are enjoying the videos :)
You buying that is a great endorsement. The ease of carrying and the flexibility of the zoom makes for a very good experience. Savings on cost makes it a great option.
Yes, its an amazing lens.
Thank you Jan for an excellent review. I have this lens for many years now and very happy with it. I also have 1,4 rf ext. and gives me excellent results with 24 mpix sensor. Now I got a good offer and I am finally getting my first ever R5. I am sure this body will work well with 1,4 ext and I am considering to get rf 2,0 too. It is very much lighter to get thousand mm compared to Ef 500mm f4 IS ll with ef 2x... Cheers
Always value your comments! I’m a newbie at bird and wildlife photography and use this lens with the R5. I’ve even done some night shots with very poor light and high ISO and get some decent images with just a little noise reduction. You just confirmed what a great lens this is.
Consider watching Whistling Wings Photography and his views on the 100 - 500. You'll learn a lot.
I’m hoping it will improve my Barn Owl shots in poor light. My current camera does not cut the mustard in this area. All on order, cannot wait!
@@patthompson1253 Quite agree, Whistling wings seems to be the place to go on R5 and 100-500mm combo.
Thanks Jim, yes it's a really nice combo
I hope yours arrives soon!
Fabulous lens, fabulous video and information. Now I just have to save my money!!
Glad it was helpful!
Super helpful .. I'm going to get one for surf photography.
Great!
Thanks. Great review.
Thanks for watching!
Got my R5 and RF 100-500 last week. Not had much time with it but got some great pictures of a Heron catching a frog all at ISO 12800. Could not believe how good the files looked after denoise and sharpen AI. Thanks for all your videos
You're welcome! Yes, the lens does really well.
All right, you convinced me ! ☺️
hehe, it's been great to use
Glad to be first. Very interesting lens.
It sure is!
In the market for sure. Tried the RF800 f/11 and quite disappointed. Saving for the 100x500. Thanks for a good review.
@@jimmydingo4752 The 800 is nice, but not quite like the 100-500
Great video, thanks!
You're welcome!
I too bought an R5 and this lens a week ago. I have been super impressed. I may also get the RF 600 f4 after i do some testing with my 500 f4 IS and my 400 2.8 IS II. Seems like I need to add a 600. Great review.
I am sure the 600 would be a nice lens, too!
I have had my 100‐500 for about 2 months now and I am in love. From bald eagles to blue herons I can get it all with this thing and the photos come out crisp. I shoot with the R6 but would really love to try it with an R5. Nice vid! Thanks for the Ext. 2x review on it, as well. I have strongly been considering getting that but have not seen enough reviews with this particular lens.
Great to hear you're liking your lens. It does work fine with the extenders, but I would prefer to use that more as an emergency option than an every day one.
It does as well on the R6 as it does on the R5.
@@jan_wegener thanks for the advice. I mainly want it for the occasions im on the Sound or coast and I need that extra reach for a bird (any animal) Just to have it to, honestly.
Great video. I agree and love this 100-500 lens! Was amazed at how sharp it is and I use the 1.4 extender with it. Still has amazing tracking ability and sharpness. Very happy with it.
Thanks for sharing. It's a great lens
Great work!
Before that, I was hesitant, until I saw your comparison video of these two lenses. I am firmly sure, it is the RF100-500.
Good choice!
I must say, I am tempted by this lens to use with my R5. By the way, I sometimes switch from full frame to 1.6 crop if I need more reach quickly and haven't time to change lens or add an extender.
It's a nice lens. Switching to crop mode can be helpful to get the bird bigger in the viewfinder, however, there's no difference between crop mode and cropping the image afterwards yourself.
Hi Jan, thanks once again for another excellent video. I have just bought the R6 and 100-500mm lens and after only having one trip out to photograph sea birds I am very impressed. I did have some problems using the animal eye focus at times, particularly when looking down from cliff tops towards the sea - the lens didn't seem to be able to lock onto the bird's eye hence some of the shots were blurred. Perhaps I just need more practice since I have not done too much BIF photography (my main preference is larger mammals). I am very impressed with some of the static or slow moving bird shots and also some shots of garden birds. I'm going to the Arctic in a few weeks in search of polar bears and looking forward to using the camera and lens there.
Keep it up. You’ll get better with practice.
Awesome work as usual Jan, thanks a lot for your deep insights! I really hope Canon will develop a 200-600 L as well. Just got an R6 and it's awesome!
Yes, that would be a nice lens. Although since using this lens, I must say I very much enjoy how small it is and the short MFD. Two things a 200-600 wouldn't have
I don't expect this to happen in the foreseeable future.
Next on Canon's list are the big RF primes.
The 100-500 complements far better with them than a 200-600, providing far better versatility, compact size and "lightweight". So I expect a 200-600 being quite low in Canon's priority.
@@peterebel7899 I agree. There will be many lenses before that would ever happen and rightfully so. Not having Rf primes is the main reason many haven't switched over from Nikon for instance. No one wants to buy an EF prime now and see an RF coming out 6 months later
@@jan_wegener Yes, for those Nikonians it is still waiting time a view more months to buy in RF if they need those big primes.
I am happily using MII EF @ R5, never intending to go for MIII. But a native RF might draw money out of my pocket as well.
Olympics was always a trigger for Canon's big whites. The MIII versions were intended to shoot Tokyo 2020, the the event didn't happen. The Tokyo 2021 will see at least some prototypes of white RF primes.
Systemsexpectformula regarding close focus distance.
Will we get the 600 f4 with a switchable 1.4 TC built in? This would draw some buyers from any system into RF.
@@peterebel7899 Yes, without covid they'd likely be here already. I also use v II. But would like an Rf seeing how well all RF lenses have performed thus far
Thanks for the review Jan. Stellar job as always. I too have this lens on my list to acquire soon. I found the Tamron 150-600 and EF 100-400L IS were not delivering for me on the R5.
a native RF lens will outperform all adapted lenses. This one is a great lens for sure
Have you seen any noticeable difference adapting your 600 f/4? I have tried the 70-200 f/2.8L IS and 300 f/4L IS. Have not tested my 400 f/2.8L yet. I noticed a tad slower AF lock on so far. Expect the same with all adapted lenses. The continuous AF not as reliable tracking moving birds in flight. My RF lenses are still not here yet. Thanks for the reply.
@@roninrtist560 It works pretty well. Can't say there's much of a difference.
Hi Jan, love your videos and this one is no exception! Outstanding photography and videography! I have this wins and I agree with everything you said. I never tried focusing on my feet but if you say you can do it I’m sure you can and I will try! The only point about this lens I wanted to bring up for your consideration in a future video that may be a bit out of your comfort zone or wheelhouse, is that this lens is alsoTouted as a possible macro lens. I have tried a few shots with it with some possibly good results. I’d love to see your thoughts on that in the way of a video. Thanks again really enjoyed your stuff and your tutorials are phenomenal.
Hehe, ok I will see what I can do! Glad you are enjoying my videos
Made the choice this morning and waiting for delivery, I am fully blaming you lol for my decision hehe 😜 very happy chap today and didn't even got my hands on it yet.
Thanks for your insights
Hope you enjoy it!
I absolutely love my 100-500 with the R5
I just received mine a couple weeks back. For me, I liked the fact that w/o my 2x adapter I can go from 100-500 as I found that with my EF 70-200 I found that I would need to do that a lot to jump from 200 to 400, so I opted to stick with that (w/the EF/RF adapter) and go to this model for the RF glass. I also have the RF800, so with those three pieces of glass, I can get bassically 1--1000, and 1600 which is a pretty amazing range with just those pieces.
Yes, nice trio of lenses!
Just got this lens for my R6 now waiting for some good weather
Great videos. Keep them coming. I’ve learned so much from you already. I’ll have to take a look at your Master class. Mine is on backorder here in the states. Can’t wait. I’m loving my R5 and can’t wait to get the 100-500mm lens!
Awesome! Let me know if you have any questions. Yes, the 100-500 has been not very widely available. From what i heard that will hopefully change soon.
Awesome!
Thank you! Cheers!
Super Video, super Linse aber auch ein stolzer Preis im Vergleich zu den alten 100-400 Objektiven.
Deine kleine hatte am Anfang des Videos auch was zum Objektiv zu sagen :)
haha ja das hatte sie!
In den USA sind es nur 300$ Differenz. Ueberall sonst eher ein paar tausend!
I have one on order, backordered. I was hoping watching this would help during the wait. It did not!!! I really want the lens now! Nice video, some impressive shots, thanks for the review.
haha! I should put a warning on the cover! I hope yours will arrive, soon!
Your reasoning in the video is exactly why I chose this lens. I hike and like the concept of a single lens ticking a lot of boxes. 100mm on short end with macro like qualities, a little extra reach over the 400, compact at 100 when walking/climbing (though I prefer non telescopic designs). Looking forward to receiving, I almost bought the Tamaron G2 until I tried it in a camera shop, the length made it a no go and I’m not sure about what trickery Canon plays with adapted lens as it pertains to focus speed. Anyways, thanks for the content.
@@jmich5123 The adapted third lenses definitely don't work as well as RF or EF glass
I've got one and love it. Landscapes come out nice if you know where to frame
yes, very versatile!