Canon RF 75-300mm F4-5.6
Canon · 75–300 mm · f/4–5.6
Score Breakdown
Scores combine our editorial testing with published lab data.
40
SCORE /100
What We Like
+Lightweight at 507g and compact design, making it easy to carry for extended telephoto reach
+Budget-friendly entry-level telephoto option with versatile 75-300mm range and 4.3x zoom
+Dust and moisture-resistant construction for outdoor use
+Sharp, especially in the center frame at wide focal lengths with decent resolution at telephoto reach
Worth Knowing
−No optical image stabilization, critical for this focal length; requires in-body stabilization or high shutter speeds
−Image quality deteriorates significantly at longer focal lengths with color fringing and softness, particularly at 300mm
−Slow and audible DC motor autofocus struggles in low-light conditions with frequent focus failure
−No fluorine coating makes the lens more susceptible to fingerprints and smudges
General | |
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About This LensThe Canon RF 75-300mm f/4-5.6 is an entry-level, budget-friendly telephoto zoom designed for beginners and cost-conscious photographers seeking extended reach on Canon's RF-mount mirrorless system. While its lightweight, compact build and affordable price make it attractive for casual wildlife and sports photography, the lens suffers from poor image quality at the longer end, slow autofocus in low light, and the lack of optical stabilization—all significant compromises at this focal length range. | |
| Brand | Canon |
| Release Year | 2025 |
Production Status ⓘCurrent status of lens manufacturing (e.g., in production, discontinued). |  In Production |
Lens Mount ⓘThe lens mount will tell you what type of lens range you can fit onto the camera body. Often the same camera company will have different lens ranges for different cameras. | Canon RF |
System ⓘIndicates which camera system the lens is designed to attach to. | Canon EOS R |
Maximum Format ⓘLargest sensor size compatible with the lens. |  Full Frame |
Physical64/100 | |
| Lens Weight | 507 g |
Lens Diameter ⓘWidth of the lens at its widest point | 71.2 mm |
Lens Length ⓘHow long the lens is from front to back. | 146.1 mm |
Front Filter Compatible ⓘSome lenses are compatible with front filters, some are compatible with back filters and some are compatible with both. Front filters are usually more convenient to add and remove. |  Yes |
Front Filter Size ⓘDiameter of attachable filters. | 58 mm |
Optics54/100 | |
Focal Range ⓘShortest to longest focal length of the lens (zoom range start - end ) | 75–300 mm |
Aperture Range ⓘLargest aperture at the lens's shortest focal length to longest focal length (aperture range start - end) | 4–5.6 |
| Focal Length Angle of View | 32.183°–8.25° |
Flange Focal Distance ⓘDistance from lens mount to sensor. | 20 mm |
Diaphragm Type ⓘStructure and design of the aperture |  Automatic |
Blades ⓘNumber of diaphragm blades in aperture | 7020 |
Zoom Lens ⓘZoom allows you to vary the focal length, change between long shots and close-ups |  Yes |
Zoom Mechanism ⓘSystem enabling zoom function |  Manual |
Zoom Ring ⓘIf zooming is adjusted using a zoom ring |  Yes |
Zoom Type ⓘThe design or approach to zooming |  Rotary |
Closest Focusing Distance ⓘMinimum distance for a subject to be in focus. | 150 cm01500 |
Maximum Magnification ⓘLargest size a subject can be reproduced | 0.25x |
| Autofocus Mode |  Yes |
| Manual Mode |  Yes |
| Manual Focusing Ring |  Yes |
Features | |
Weather Sealing ⓘWeather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions. | No |
Fluorine Coating ⓘCoating to repel water and oil from lens elements. | No |
| Built In Lens Hood | No |
| Lens Hood Type |  Petal |
Zoom Lock ⓘZoom lock allows the zoom ring to be locked at the desired focal length | No |
Teleconverter ⓘA teleconverter (extender) is an extra piece of equipment that fits between the lens and the camera body to enhance magnification | No |
| Image Stabilization | No |
Construction | |
Elements ⓘLens elements refer to individual pieces of glass within the lens. | 13 |
| Groups | 9 |
Aspherical Elements ⓘThe number of aspherical lens elements which can help correct aberrations such as spherical aberration. | 0 |
Bi Aspherical Elements ⓘElements with two non-spherical surfaces | 0 |
Low Dispersion ⓘElements that reduce chromatic aberration | 0 |
Super Low Dispersion ⓘAdvanced elements further reducing chromatic aberration | 0 |
CA Reduction ⓘBuilt-in features to reduce chromatic aberration | 0 |
Internal Focusing ⓘInternal Focusing means that the lens does not change in size during focusing, and the front element does not rotate. | No |