Canon RF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM

FOCAL 70-200mmAPERTURE f/4WEIGHT 695gFILTER 77mm

Sports & actionPortraitsStabilisedWeather sealed

New ≈£1,599

Used at MPB*£1,079–1,159

Overview

The Canon RF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM is a full frame 70-200mm f/4 zoom lens for the Canon RF / RF-S mount. It weighs about 695g and takes 77mm filters, with built-in stabilisation, and it's weather sealed.

It's a strong choice for sports & action, portraits. A 70–200mm-equivalent zoom; f/2.8 for indoor or floodlit games.

In our database it fits 16 camera bodies natively. Approximate new price is £1,599; used at MPB it sells for £1,079–1,159 depending on condition and mount (checked 5 November 2026).

Specifications

Brand	Canon
Mounts	Canon RF / RF-S (First-party)
Coverage	Full frame
Focal length	70-200mm
Equivalent on Full frame	70-200mm
Equivalent on APS-C (×1.5)	105-300mm
Maximum aperture	f/4
Focus	Autofocus
Stabilisation	Optical
Weather sealing	Yes
Weight	≈695 g
Filter thread	77 mm
Approx. new price	£1,599
Used at MPB (Canon RF / RF-S)	£1,079–1,159

Compatible camera bodies

16 native

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Where to buy

*Used prices on this site come from MPB on 5 November 2026. MPB only lists what it has bought in, so "None listed" means none in their stock that day, not that Canon RF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM is hard to find. Check these trusted UK dealers too.

MPB ↗UsedOnline used specialist with condition grading and a 12-month warranty. Prices on this site are MPB snapshots.Wex Photo Video ↗New & usedOne of the largest UK photo retailers: official UK stock, a big used department and trade-ins.Park Cameras ↗New & usedSpecialist with stores in West Sussex and London; official UK stock.London Camera Exchange ↗New & usedHigh-street chain across UK towns: inspect used gear in person.Clifton Cameras ↗NewAuthorised UK dealer for Canon, Sony, Nikon and more, with UK warranties.Cotswold Cameras ↗New · grey importCheaper parallel imports. No UK manufacturer warranty; store-backed guarantee instead.

See example photos

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Frequently asked questions

Which cameras is the Canon RF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM compatible with?

It's available for Canon RF / RF-S. Native bodies here include Canon EOS R5 Mark II, Canon EOS R3, Canon EOS R5, Canon EOS R10, Canon EOS R7, Canon EOS R8.

Is the Canon RF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM weather sealed?

Yes, it has dust and moisture resistance.

Does the Canon RF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM have image stabilisation?

Yes, it has optical stabilisation, which helps on bodies without IBIS.

What is the Canon RF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM best for?

Sports & action, Portraits. A 70–200mm-equivalent zoom; f/2.8 for indoor or floodlit games.

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