1. Canon RF 70-200 mm f/2.8 L IS USM
Leading our selection with exceptional build quality and exceptional specifications: This 70-200mm zoom combines constant f/2.8 brightness with 1070 g in weather-sealed construction.
See all detailsTop 5 highest-rated Canon R lenses optimized for Wildlife Photography.
| Camera Index Score | 0.0 Overall Sentiment 9.9Specifications 9.2Build Quality 9.5 | 0.0 Overall Sentiment 9.8Specifications 9.5Build Quality 9.0 | 0.0 Overall Sentiment 9.6Specifications 9.5Build Quality 9.0 | 0.0 Overall Sentiment 9.8Specifications 9.2Build Quality 9.0 | 0.0 Overall Sentiment 8.8Specifications 9.5Build Quality 9.0 |
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| Focal Length | 70-200mm | 85mm | 400mm | 135mm | 100-300mm |
| Aperture | f/2.8 | f/1.2 | f/2.8 | f/1.8 | f/2.8 |
| Aperture Blades | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 |
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| Autofocus | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Image Stabilization | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | No |
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| Min. Focus Distance | 0.7 m | 0.85 m | 2.5 m | 0.7 m | 1.8 m |
| Max. Magnification | - | - | 0.17× | 0.26× | 0.16× |
| Physical Specifications | |||||
| Weight | 1070 g | 1195 g | 2890 g | 935 g | 2650 g |
| Length | 89.9 mm | 103.2 mm | 367 mm | 89.2 mm | 128 mm |
| Diameter | 146 mm | 117.3 mm | 163 mm | 130.3 mm | 323.4 mm |
| Filter Thread | 77 mm | 82 mm | 52 mm | 82 mm | 112 mm |
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These 5 Canon R lenses represent the best options for Wildlife Photography, with an average Camera Index score of 9.4/10. Each has been carefully selected based on optical performance, build quality, and user feedback.
Leading our selection with exceptional build quality and exceptional specifications: This 70-200mm zoom combines constant f/2.8 brightness with 1070 g in weather-sealed construction.
See all detailsAt balanced 1195 g, this lens at position 2 with exceptional build quality and exceptional specifications delivers exceptional f/1.2 aperture with precise autofocus. The 85mm focal length flatters portraits with natural perspective and beautiful background blur.
See all detailsAt balanced 2890 g, this lens at position 2 with exceptional build quality and exceptional specifications delivers solid f/2.8 aperture in robust weather-sealed housing, paired with fast autofocus and effective stabilization.
See all detailsAt position 4 with exceptional build quality and exceptional specifications, this well-balanced 135mm high-performance prime with f/1.8 aperture and just 935 g excels at available-light shooting and creative subject isolation. The 135mm focal length flatters portraits with natural perspective and beautiful background blur. Weather-sealed construction enables reliable operation even in challenging conditions.
See all detailsAt balanced 2650 g, this lens at position 5 with exceptional build quality and exceptional specifications delivers solid f/2.8 aperture, paired with fast autofocus and effective stabilization.
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