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Canon L EF 400mm f/2.8L IS III USM 400mm

85.7 Video/Cinema Score
400mm f/2.8 Canon EF IS Weather Sealed
Why we recommend this

The EF 400mm f/2.8L IS III USM delivers crisp, flare-free images with its 400mm f/2.8 optics, 5.5-stop optical stabilization, and Super Spectra/Air Sphere coatings. A weather-sealed, fluorine-coated build and 9-blade aperture provide reliable field use and smooth bokeh, rivaling the latest RF version. It’s best for professional sports and wildlife photographers using Canon DSLRs who require a fast, hand-holdable super-telephoto for capturing fleeting moments in challenging light.

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Canon TS-E TS-E 24mm f/3.5L II 24mm

39.8 Video/Cinema Score
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22.7 Video/Cinema Score
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