I recently purchased this lens. I use it with my R5. Great follow up review on its use and agree with your assessment. I use it just for photography and wanted this lens for its reach for photographing birds and animals. I had to wait for almost 2 months to receive it, as the lens was on back order. So far I am very happy with it and the picture and autofocus quality are very good. I went with a friend to photograph some Bald Eagles and let him use it on his Canon R6 and he just ordered one this week, so he must of liked it too :)
thanks for the great video. i have one but find it kind of too much for me to hand hold, i have some neck and shoulder issues so that skews my opinion on that a bit. i wanted it primarily for birds and other wild life. i like to hand old a lot so the 100-500 is my goto for that but this lens on a tripod is really a great combo. its really a nice lens just beware it is big lol
I understand what you mean - it's definitely a bit of a beast once it's extended. How are you liking the 100-500? I'm debating exchanging my 100-400 for it.
@@love4wildlifeI love my 100-500. It’s been great for my kids soccer and football games as long as the light is good. I have gotten some great wildlife and sports shots with it. Plus I can hand hold it without issue. Even got a really good moon picture without a tripod would have been better if I had one but still impressive. I can’t speak to the 100-400 since I’ve never used one but if I remember correctly it is a decent lens and was compared favorably to the new one if you already had it wasn’t a must upgrade but the RF had slightly better image quality and stabilizing. The EF can accept tele converter through the whole range. I also like not having to use the ef-rf adapter
Ref the stutter, mine does that, too. If you adjust the tension ring about a half inch towards tight seems to reduce the stutter without really effecting how hard it is to turn. Big thanks for mentioning this as I was about to exchange mine for a replacement. I'll wait a few months and send to Canon, maybe by then they'll have a repair that corrects it.
Glad you found a temporary solution! Just spoke to a friend who has the lens. He has the same situation. I suppose it’s part of the design. Thanks for the heads up re the tension ring.
Thank you. The lens choice vs the Sigma was something I debated for quite a while and the choice was not easy given the popularity of the Sigma for filmmakers.
I have used the RF200-800 almost every day for 3 months here in Montana. I use it only for photographs and wildlife. I like that is is fairly compact for packing and fairly sharp. The biggest con is for low light F/9 from 640mm out to 800mm. and also it is not weather sealed like L-series lens. I use it on a Canon R6 and like it for most of my wildlife photography except during low light conditions.
Thanks for sharing your experience with it. Low light can indeed be a challenge with the lens. Fortunately many of the new cameras are really good at higher ISO. Appreciate you adding your thoughts.
Not yet! But I will likely try the 1.4x. The 2x makes the lens really slow at f18 - so don’t think I’ll spend the money on that one. I’m expecting the RF 1.4x to work as well as the EF version does on an EF lens. But you ask a good questions. Depends on the 200-800 as well.
For my shooting (mostly small, perched songbirds and such) this lens is the Holy Grail. Honestly, I wouldn't trade this lens for a 600 F4.... or 800 F5.6, as those lenses just don't have the versatility that I need. I find it perfectly fine in "very low light" by simply slowing my shutter WAY down when I have to. I get lots of tack sharp shots at 1/80th, but last week, I even got a bunch at 1/20th ! I've even used it in near darkness, with a the tripod and timer for shots at like 1/6th of a second, ISO 100.... razor sharp, and super clean :) (great for Owls and Nighthawks ;) It's funny with twitchy little birds that some folks say > never stop, the reality is, they stop "often"... just not for more than fractions of a second :) I just take a LOT of shots and almost always get some great ones :) Oh, of course I ALWAYS use a tripod, but I'm the oddball that would use a tripod with a microlight setup, in light so bright you needed sunglasses :) lol Extra stability will never hurt you, but can often help. Oh, and I use it on the APS-C R7.... which is a PITA, but I need the extra reach. No choice. I actually started with an R5 which was a better camera in nearly every respect, but just never enough reach. So I sold it and now have two R7's. I wouldn't really say that was a "great choice".... but rather, "my only choice". I'm trying to figure how I'm going to scrape together some $$$ for a second 200-800 now. I just think its crazy to do multi week, multi thousands of miles, cross country birding trips, and to hang everything on one long birding lens. HAVE to have a backup.
It’s amazing how well that lens performs even in the challenging conditions you’ve described. What I've found over the years is that there's never one single tool for all circumstances. Have said that, the 200-800 sure fills a lot of gaps.
According to Canon USA the 200-800 is "Dust- and weather-resistant design". Under the 600 f4 lens they say that lens has a "dust and water resistant design". Not sure what the difference is between "weather resistance" and "water resistance", if there really is one. I'm sure the L lenses have a bit more "resistance", but it should be noted that neither lens, nor any lens made by Canon (or anybody, to my knowledge), is listed as being dust and weather "proof", which is why the warranty does not cover water damage. However, I got caught in a sudden downpour a few weeks ago with my 200-800. It didnt last long, but it got pretty wet and seems fine. This was in response to a comment below. Somehow it ended up here instead of under that comment about weather proofing.
I suspect most of the lens is quite well protected. I would, however, pay special attention to the extended barrel. Having said that, Ive had my 100-400 out in fairly wet conditions and I have not had any issues with it.
Great video - thank you! Literally just picked this up, mainly for photo, and can’t wait to get out and see what it can do.
I think you’ll really like it but let me know what you think.
@ You bet Henrik!
There are caps on the collar that are probably covering screws that will allow you to remove the collar I would think?
I recently purchased this lens. I use it with my R5. Great follow up review on its use and agree with your assessment. I use it just for photography and wanted this lens for its reach for photographing birds and animals. I had to wait for almost 2 months to receive it, as the lens was on back order. So far I am very happy with it and the picture and autofocus quality are very good. I went with a friend to photograph some Bald Eagles and let him use it on his Canon R6 and he just ordered one this week, so he must of liked it too :)
It is a good lens for sure. Glad to hear you got yours and that it is working out for you. I am very happy with mine as well.
thanks for the great video. i have one but find it kind of too much for me to hand hold, i have some neck and shoulder issues so that skews my opinion on that a bit. i wanted it primarily for birds and other wild life. i like to hand old a lot so the 100-500 is my goto for that but this lens on a tripod is really a great combo. its really a nice lens just beware it is big lol
I understand what you mean - it's definitely a bit of a beast once it's extended. How are you liking the 100-500? I'm debating exchanging my 100-400 for it.
@@love4wildlifeI love my 100-500. It’s been great for my kids soccer and football games as long as the light is good. I have gotten some great wildlife and sports shots with it. Plus I can hand hold it without issue. Even got a really good moon picture without a tripod would have been better if I had one but still impressive. I can’t speak to the 100-400 since I’ve never used one but if I remember correctly it is a decent lens and was compared favorably to the new one if you already had it wasn’t a must upgrade but the RF had slightly better image quality and stabilizing. The EF can accept tele converter through the whole range. I also like not having to use the ef-rf adapter
@@michaelrousseau4373 Thanks for the info. I might just try and get my hands on the 100-500 to give it a go.
Ref the stutter, mine does that, too. If you adjust the tension ring about a half inch towards tight seems to reduce the stutter without really effecting how hard it is to turn. Big thanks for mentioning this as I was about to exchange mine for a replacement. I'll wait a few months and send to Canon, maybe by then they'll have a repair that corrects it.
Glad you found a temporary solution! Just spoke to a friend who has the lens. He has the same situation. I suppose it’s part of the design. Thanks for the heads up re the tension ring.
Very good review Henrik. I use a Sigma 60-600 mm lens and i love it. I also use a Sony FS7 Camcorder. Thanks for sharing😊
Thank you. The lens choice vs the Sigma was something I debated for quite a while and the choice was not easy given the popularity of the Sigma for filmmakers.
The monster is looking good 😊
I have used the RF200-800 almost every day for 3 months here in Montana. I use it only for photographs and wildlife. I like that is is fairly compact for packing and fairly sharp. The biggest con is for low light F/9 from 640mm out to 800mm. and also it is not weather sealed like L-series lens. I use it on a Canon R6 and like it for most of my wildlife photography except during low light conditions.
Thanks for sharing your experience with it. Low light can indeed be a challenge with the lens. Fortunately many of the new cameras are really good at higher ISO. Appreciate you adding your thoughts.
I got a 200-800 because it gives my R5 about the same reach as my 100-500 on a R7. It's a very good lens for wildlife.
I got one too. Nice lens overall I love it. F9 is the big limit. It eats light.
It is and as you said, it sure does love light. Still very happy with mine.
Hi...Have you tried a 1.4 or 2 X Converter? and Any Opinions?... Great Video...
Not yet! But I will likely try the 1.4x. The 2x makes the lens really slow at f18 - so don’t think I’ll spend the money on that one. I’m expecting the RF 1.4x to work as well as the EF version does on an EF lens. But you ask a good questions. Depends on the 200-800 as well.
@love4wildlife Cheers!... Many Thanks for your reply!...
7:59 The sigma lens you speak of. Is it a rf mount lens?
No, it’s an EF mount.
For my shooting (mostly small, perched songbirds and such) this lens is the Holy Grail. Honestly, I wouldn't trade this lens for a 600 F4.... or 800 F5.6, as those lenses just don't have the versatility that I need. I find it perfectly fine in "very low light" by simply slowing my shutter WAY down when I have to. I get lots of tack sharp shots at 1/80th, but last week, I even got a bunch at 1/20th ! I've even used it in near darkness, with a the tripod and timer for shots at like 1/6th of a second, ISO 100.... razor sharp, and super clean :) (great for Owls and Nighthawks ;) It's funny with twitchy little birds that some folks say > never stop, the reality is, they stop "often"... just not for more than fractions of a second :) I just take a LOT of shots and almost always get some great ones :) Oh, of course I ALWAYS use a tripod, but I'm the oddball that would use a tripod with a microlight setup, in light so bright you needed sunglasses :) lol Extra stability will never hurt you, but can often help. Oh, and I use it on the APS-C R7.... which is a PITA, but I need the extra reach. No choice. I actually started with an R5 which was a better camera in nearly every respect, but just never enough reach. So I sold it and now have two R7's. I wouldn't really say that was a "great choice".... but rather, "my only choice".
I'm trying to figure how I'm going to scrape together some $$$ for a second 200-800 now. I just think its crazy to do multi week, multi thousands of miles, cross country birding trips, and to hang everything on one long birding lens. HAVE to have a backup.
It’s amazing how well that lens performs even in the challenging conditions you’ve described. What I've found over the years is that there's never one single tool for all circumstances. Have said that, the 200-800 sure fills a lot of gaps.
According to Canon USA the 200-800 is "Dust- and weather-resistant design".
Under the 600 f4 lens they say that lens has a "dust and water resistant design".
Not sure what the difference is between "weather resistance" and "water resistance", if there really is one. I'm sure the L lenses have a bit more "resistance", but it should be noted that neither lens, nor any lens made by Canon (or anybody, to my knowledge), is listed as being dust and weather "proof", which is why the warranty does not cover water damage. However, I got caught in a sudden downpour a few weeks ago with my 200-800. It didnt last long, but it got pretty wet and seems fine.
This was in response to a comment below. Somehow it ended up here instead of under that comment about weather proofing.
I suspect most of the lens is quite well protected. I would, however, pay special attention to the extended barrel. Having said that, Ive had my 100-400 out in fairly wet conditions and I have not had any issues with it.
Merci pour cette vidéo et avez vous essayé le RF 100-500
Cordialement
Haven’t tried the 100-500 yet but would sure like to do so. Also a very versatile lens.
the foot isnt removable
I also think mine is sharper and have a very good idea on how to Permanently 😂 remove the tripod mount
😂. Does it involve a hacksaw?