Canon RF 600mm f/11 IS STM

Canon thought out the box with the 600,800 f11 lenses and decided to bring fun into photography for the masses. I don’t need 600mm but on the R7 it’s great actually. Moon photography I hardly use the 400mm f5.6 now. The weight and fun factor shouldn’t be overlooked with this 600 lens. Choose wisely between it and the 800 and they will allow you to go out and shoot subjects you might not have before (wildlife, aviation in my case). Again, no case or lens hood and are expensive additions. Framing won’t be a problem once you use it for a while

This combination is very light and can be handheld even for flying birds and with the IBIS and lens stabilisation it is an excellent lens in good light. Compact when closed, carrying is easy but it is a pity it isn't weather-proof and I do worry about the longevity of the"push-pull" set-up. It does have a "plasticy feel but this is expected with the price tag. It works well with the R7 and gives a 960mm equivalent with the Aps-c sensor while still being reasonably quick to focus.

Having had this lens for a good few months I have to say that it has been my most-used lens throughout Summer. The quality of images this lens offers are exceptional, and for a relatively small cost, I am totally impressed. The images of birds and pets I have taken and posted on social media pretty much always gets great feedback, with many asking what lens I used. Coupled with the Canon R6 I am able to post photos pretty much straight from the camera with very little editing required. I would strongly recommend this lens to anyone who needs a little more reach, sharp images whilst keeping an eye on those purse strings.

As a keen amateur I bought this lens for my R5 as I like to take bird photos and I haven't been disappointed, in addition the weight is a great improvement on my previous non-Canon lens.

I have traded this lens in agAinst the EOR R 100-500. The 600 f stop limited the light I was able to work in as higher ISO not a good alternative