CanonRF200-800mm F6.3-9 is USM Super-telephoto Zoom Lens, Mirrorless, Powerful Zoom Range, Comfortable Handheld Shooting, for Wildlife, Nature, Outdoor Sports, Compact & Lightweight

This is a tremendous lens.I used to use the the R5 with the RF 100-500L and it was a killer combination. But, tbh I think the R3 with the RF 200-800 is better.The reach is a big part of that. I have lower megapixels with the R3, but there's basically no need to crop with the 200-800's reach. Plus, it's very fast to focus with my R3, and the pictures are sharp. Sure, it's fairly heavy, the throw is quite a bit (basically how you zoom in and out), and finally the collar can't be removed.But, those are really the only cons I can think of. This lens really is an amazing combination of value and quality. Probably the best wildlife lens out there tbh.You won't regret buying this bad boy.*Fyi I use the JJC DLP-8II as a case / pouch for the lens.

If you have the proper conditions for this lens, its incredible. I have taken sharp handheld pictures (even at 800mm) of birds on a cloudy day and handheld pictures of the moon. Focus is fast and accurate, and while the lens is long, it isn't so heavy that it becomes a problem to hold. Great value for the money.

If you're looking at this lens, it's for the 800mm reach, probably for birds and wildlife. I just got it and took it out for some birding. I used it on the R7 for a 1280mm field of view on the long end. I'm happy with how it performed. Autofocus was speedy and performed well. I'm coming from a first version EF 100-400. So that's all I have to compare the autofocus to. It was faster and more accurate. But not by miles. F9 is not great but that's the trade off and you know it going in. You're going to have to use high ISO. Today was overcast but I was able to stay at ISO 1600 and get nice shots. Of course it would have been better with more light, but with the great IS of the lens and R7 you can get by with a lower shutter speed. The female Norther Harrier was shot at 800mm f9 ISO 1600 1/640. It was pretty still on the perch so it worked. If it was in flight I would have needed ISO 3200 at least, and even then have to work to get a good shot. So yes, f9 is something you'll have to work with. If you use it on an R5 or 6 it will be better but then you'll loose the reach of the R7. You'll probably need noise reduction, I use camera raw and while it's slow on my PC the results are good. None of these images used it though. Overall it's a great lens and I had a great time using it today and look forward to many more days of fun with it. There's no other way to get this reach for anywhere near this price. If you want something faster, get this and rent a 600 f4 or 800 f5.6 for a day to get it out of your system. Then enjoy the fact you can carry this around and use it all the time.

First of all I like the reach. Of course whenever trying out a new lens there is a learning curve. In this case spotting birds in flight at 600-800mm is a skill I need to work on quite a bit more to say I'm confident.. The weight is another plus. Yes I will use this lens on a tripod or a monopod often enough, but I have a detailed, sharp image of the moon taken as a handheld device. For the money, this lens cannot be beaten for people who do not make their living selling photos or prints to the media. This lens is all I need to capture birds in flight which is one of the main reasons I picked up the photography hobby in the first place. This is not an "L" less, and did doesn't have to be. Canon is finally providing good quality glass to photographers like me who want to improve their skills without draining their bank accounts. The aperture range of 6.3-9.0 is not a problem especially if I take advantage of every good light situation when I want to use this lens.

A bit heavy and a bit slow, but for the price, the reach is unbeatable. Sharp images and I usually shhot in the 600 mm range. Very satisfied.

I've been shooting for decades, but never had a lens this long. It's opened up a range of possibilities. Image quality is fantastic. Not an L lens, but you would never know. Various reviews comment on its light weight, which I guess is comparatively true, but hand held it's a handful. Say hello to my little monopod. Other reviews don't like the zoom ring throw, but I find that not an issue at all. A reasonable zoom of, say, 400 to 800 doesn't take much travel at all. Wonderful piece of glass.

I have been using the lens for mostly bird photos. I like the lens. Responses will with the camera. Drawbacks, the ring for tripod does not come off. Thought that would be OK but finding it gets in the way. I wish the lens zoom had a lock so it doesn't always extend when pointed down. The biggest drawback is the number of turns you must do to get to full extension. Can be a issue for the wrist. On the positive side, weight is good for this type of less. Glass quality is very good. Autofocus response with camera is very good. If your interested in buying, go online and watch evaluation/review videos.

My Canon RF 200 x 800 zoom lens was delivered in the original packaging with matching serial numbers. Clean and new! Works great just as Canon describes. Just what I wanted. Took a spin today and I am very pleased with this lens. Registered it with Canon. Great value, fast shipping, arrived on time. Packed for safe travel and arrived without a ding. Auto focus and bird tracking works just as listed. Lens is sharp and clear.