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Canon L EF 200-400mm IS USM Extender 1.4x 400mm

60.6 Professional Score
400mmf/4Canon EFIS
Why we recommend this

The built-in 1.4x extender instantly shifts this 200-400mm f/4 lens to a 280-560mm f/5.6, offering unmatched focal length flexibility without swapping glass. Its optical design, incorporating one fluorite and four UD elements, delivers sharp, high-contrast images with minimal chromatic aberration. This lens is best for professional sports and wildlife photographers who need to rapidly adapt to changing distances in demanding outdoor environments.

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Price CA$13,784
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Canon L EF 200-400mm IS USM Extender 1.4x 400mm lens

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Sirui IronStar Series 75 75mm

41.3 Professional Score
75-135mmT16Interchangeable Mount with Included ARRI PL/Canon EF
Why we recommend this ▼

This three-lens anamorphic set spans 75–135mm with a fast T1.9 aperture, full-frame coverage, and an interchangeable ARRI PL/Canon EF mount. The neutral flare coating produces clean, character-rich images without strong colored artifacts, and the included circular polarizer and variable ND filter enhance on-set versatility. It’s ideal for independent filmmakers and portrait shooters who need anamorphic squeeze and cinematic depth of field at a relatively accessible cost.

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Sirui IronStar Series 75 75mm lens
Price CA$4,147
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