Canon EF 400 mm f/4 DO IS II USM
Canon Sep 2014
Canon Full frame

Canon EF 400 mm f/4 DO IS II USM

This is a full-frame prime lens for Canon EF, covering 400 mm and a maximum aperture of f/4. It weighs 2100 g, is weather-sealed and includes optical stabilization, and was released in 2014. That combination suits wildlife and sports photography.

It is a prime lens designed for full frame cameras. This super-telephoto prime lens features a f/4 maximum aperture, making it ideal for sports, wildlife. The optical design incorporates 18 elements / 12 groups, ensuring sharp image quality and minimal distortion. Despite its robust professional construction, the lens delivers exceptional optical performance.

f/4
Aperture
400mm
Focal
2100 g
Weight
Sep 2014
Released
launch price
$6,899
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Good for wildlifesports
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Specification

Manufacturer data
Focal length
400 mm
Maximum aperture
f/4
Minimum aperture
f/22
Number of diaphragm blades
9
Optical construction
18 elements / 12 groups
Minimum focusing distance
3.3 m (129.92 inches)
Filter size
52 mm
Lens mount
Canon EF
Dimensions
232.7 x 128 mm
Weight
2100 g (74.08 oz)
Lens type
Prime lens
Image stabilization
Yes
Max Format size
Full frame
Aperture ring
No
Weather sealing
Yes
Usage
Sports, Wildlife

Wide open at 2 m, background blur ≈ 69% of the frame width

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Sample frames

Shot on the Canon EF 400 mm f/4 DO IS II USM
Kathryn Albertson Park
01 Kathryn Albertson Park by marximusprime
Kathryn Albertson Park
02 Kathryn Albertson Park by marximusprime
Kathryn Albertson Park
03 Kathryn Albertson Park by marximusprime
Löffler - Eurasian spoonbill
04 Löffler - Eurasian spoonbill by JS-WILDLIFE
Löffler - Eurasian spoonbill
05 Löffler - Eurasian spoonbill by JS-WILDLIFE
Seidenreiher - Little egret
06 Seidenreiher - Little egret by JS-WILDLIFE
Großer Brachvogel - Eurasian curlew
07 Großer Brachvogel - Eurasian curlew by JS-WILDLIFE
Löffler - Eurasian spoonbill
08 Löffler - Eurasian spoonbill by JS-WILDLIFE
Grünschenkel - Common greenshank
09 Grünschenkel - Common greenshank by JS-WILDLIFE
1Z0A7110
10 1Z0A7110 by simple.solutions
Mustang - Equus Ferus Caballus
11 Mustang - Equus Ferus Caballus by Joel Greenblatt | Clockwork Bikes
Mustang - Equus Ferus Caballus
12 Mustang - Equus Ferus Caballus by Joel Greenblatt | Clockwork Bikes
Mustang - Equus Ferus Caballus
13 Mustang - Equus Ferus Caballus by Joel Greenblatt | Clockwork Bikes
Mustang - Equus Ferus Caballus
14 Mustang - Equus Ferus Caballus by Joel Greenblatt | Clockwork Bikes
Mustang - Equus Ferus Caballus
15 Mustang - Equus Ferus Caballus by Joel Greenblatt | Clockwork Bikes
Mustang - Equus Ferus Caballus
16 Mustang - Equus Ferus Caballus by Joel Greenblatt | Clockwork Bikes
Mustang - Equus Ferus Caballus
17 Mustang - Equus Ferus Caballus by Joel Greenblatt | Clockwork Bikes
Mustang - Equus Ferus Caballus
18 Mustang - Equus Ferus Caballus by Joel Greenblatt | Clockwork Bikes
Mustang - Equus Ferus Caballus
19 Mustang - Equus Ferus Caballus by Joel Greenblatt | Clockwork Bikes
Mustang - Equus Ferus Caballus
20 Mustang - Equus Ferus Caballus by Joel Greenblatt | Clockwork Bikes
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Video reviews

3 on YouTube
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