Canon EF 200mm f/2,8 L II USM
General information
This is a prime lens manufactured by Canon and the model was launched 1996.
The lens belongs to the category
telephoto prime lenses, a telephoto lens where you do not have the possibility to zoom in and out.
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Compatibility, autofocus and focal length
This lens is constructed to fit all models of Canon cameras, regardless of camera model or type of sensor.
The ability to use autofocus is available for all cameras.
The lens has a focal length of 200 mm. Depending on which camera the lens is used, the experienced and perceived focal length will be different. Please visit the list of compatible cameras below, it will provide the equivalent focal length you get on each camera.
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- Read more about focal length and your field of view
- Read more on the cameras impact on the perceived focal length
Lens brightness and image stabilizer
The lens brightness and aperture value is f/2,8.
This aperture value indicates that the lens is very bright. This will make it so much easier shooting in darker environments where you do not want or can use flash lighting, for example in churches or at different sports venues. Lenses with good aperture values and longer focal lengths, such as this lens, tend to be popular amongs sports and nature photographers.
The lens lacks image stabilization, which otherwise os good for avoiding the blur that can occur when using slow shutter speeds. Since the lens is bright, with good aperture value, the lack of image stabilization might not be that big of a deal, although a image stabilizer is always an advantage to have.
Filter and Lens Hood
The lens has a traditional filter thread on the front and its measuring 72 mm which also the filter you will use must have. If you use for example an UV filter can be a cheap insurance against scratches and dust.
If you buy this lens it will come with a lens hood, whose model name is "ET-83B".
Pictures (product and sample images)
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Things to consider before buying
Below you will find some summarized points and facts that can be considered as the 'pros and cons' of this lens. These are based entirely on the facts and values that are accessible through the lens specification, so we highly recommend that you also read the reported reviews available (see tab 'Reviews'); this in order to get a more complete view of the lens and its capabilities. Reviewer opinions reflect the lens, its use and its optical performance in a more accurate way, but any way - here a few different points to consider before buying this lens.
- The lens brightness, f/2,8
- Works on all sensor types
- A lens hood is included
- Light weight (765 gr)
- The lens can be used with a tripod mount but this is not included and must be purchased separately
- The lens is not sealed against moisture and dust
Specification
Product Name: | Canon EF 200mm f/2,8 L II USM (See dictionary) |
Release date: | 1996 |
Manufacturer: | Canon |
Type of lens: | Telephoto Lens |
Construction: | Prime lens (no possibility to zoom) |
Works with cameras from: |
Canon (see compatible cameras) |
1:1 at Macro: | No Macro lens |
Compatibility: | Works on all sensors (see compatible cameras) |
Autofocus (AF): | Yes |
Built-in autofocus (AF) motor: | Yes (more info) |
Maximum aperture: | f/2,8 |
Focal Length |
200 mm
Depending on which camera this lens is used the focal length can seem different. This is because different camera sensors can have a slight crop factor and the focal length will be equivalent to:
Read more on the cameras impact on the perceived focal length |
Lens Construction: | 9 elements / 7 groups |
Image Stabilizer: | No |
Closest Focusing Distance: | 150 cm |
Filter: | Filter Thread, 72 mm |
Lens Hood: | ET-83B (included) |
Tripod mount: | No, but available as an accesory (Read more) |
Weather sealing: | No |
Dimensions (diameter x length): | 83 x 136 mm |
Weight: | 765 g (see the total weight, camera+lens) |
Retail price (USD) | 820 USD
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Other | A tripod mount is available as an accessory, see model ”Canon Stativfäste A II” |
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Reviews
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Does this lens work with my camera?
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Product name | Release date | Type | Sensor | Focal Length ? | Total weight | ||
Canon EOS 1000D | 2008 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1267 gr | ||
Canon EOS 100D | 2013 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1172 gr | ||
Canon EOS 10D | 2003 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1640 gr | ||
Canon EOS 1100D | 2011 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1260 gr | ||
Canon EOS 1200D | 2014 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1245 gr | ||
Canon EOS 1300D | 2016 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1250 gr | ||
Canon EOS 1D | 2001 | DSLR | APS-H (1.3x) | 260 mm | 2350 gr | ||
Canon EOS 1D Mark II | 2004 | DSLR | APS-H (1.3x) | 260 mm | 2330 gr | ||
Canon EOS 1D Mark III | 2007 | DSLR | APS-H (1.3x) | 260 mm | 1920 gr | ||
Canon EOS 1D Mark IIn | 2005 | DSLR | APS-H (1.3x) | 260 mm | 2330 gr | ||
Canon EOS 1D Mark IV | 2009 | DSLR | APS-H (1.3x) | 260 mm | 1995 gr | ||
Canon EOS 1D X | 2011 | DSLR | Full frame | 200 mm | 2105 gr | ||
Canon EOS 1D X Mark II | 2016 | DSLR | Full frame | 200 mm | 2295 gr | ||
Canon EOS 1D X Mark III | 2020 | DSLR | Full frame | 200 mm | 2205 gr | ||
Canon EOS 1Ds | 2002 | DSLR | Full frame | 200 mm | 2350 gr | ||
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark II | 2004 | DSLR | Full frame | 200 mm | 2330 gr | ||
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III | 2007 | DSLR | Full frame | 200 mm | 2150 gr | ||
Canon EOS 2000D | 2018 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1240 gr | ||
Canon EOS 200D | 2017 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1218 gr | ||
Canon EOS 20D | 2004 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1535 gr | ||
Canon EOS 20D Astrophotography | 2005 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1535 gr | ||
Canon EOS 20Da | 2005 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1535 gr | ||
Canon EOS 250D | 2019 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1214 gr | ||
Canon EOS 300D | 2003 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1410 gr | ||
Canon EOS 30D | 2006 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1549 gr | ||
Canon EOS 350D | 2005 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1305 gr | ||
Canon EOS 4000D | 2018 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1201 gr | ||
Canon EOS 400D | 2006 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1321 gr | ||
Canon EOS 40D | 2007 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1587 gr | ||
Canon EOS 450D | 2008 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1289 gr | ||
Canon EOS 500D | 2009 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1285 gr | ||
Canon EOS 50D | 2008 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1587 gr | ||
Canon EOS 550D | 2010 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1275 gr | ||
Canon EOS 5D | 2005 | DSLR | Full frame | 200 mm | 1660 gr | ||
Canon EOS 5D Mark II | 2008 | DSLR | Full frame | 200 mm | 1615 gr | ||
Canon EOS 5D Mark III | 2012 | DSLR | Full frame | 200 mm | 1715 gr | ||
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV | 2016 | DSLR | Full frame | 200 mm | 1655 gr | ||
Canon EOS 5DS | 2015 | DSLR | Full frame | 200 mm | 1695 gr | ||
Canon EOS 5DS R | 2015 | DSLR | Full frame | 200 mm | 1695 gr | ||
Canon EOS 600D | 2011 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1335 gr | ||
Canon EOS 60D | 2010 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1520 gr | ||
Canon EOS 60D Astrophotography | 2012 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1520 gr | ||
Canon EOS 60Da | 2012 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1520 gr | ||
Canon EOS 650D | 2012 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1340 gr | ||
Canon EOS 6D | 2012 | DSLR | Full frame | 200 mm | 1535 gr | ||
Canon EOS 6D Mark II | 2017 | DSLR | Full frame | 200 mm | 1530 gr | ||
Canon EOS 700D | 2013 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1345 gr | ||
Canon EOS 70D | 2013 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1520 gr | ||
Canon EOS 750D | 2015 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1320 gr | ||
Canon EOS 760D | 2015 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1330 gr | ||
Canon EOS 77D | 2017 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1305 gr | ||
Canon EOS 7D | 2009 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1625 gr | ||
Canon EOS 7D Mark II | 2014 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1675 gr | ||
Canon EOS 8000D | 2015 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1330 gr | ||
Canon EOS 800D | 2017 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1297 gr | ||
Canon EOS 80D | 2016 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1495 gr | ||
Canon EOS 850D | 2020 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1280 gr | ||
Canon EOS 9000D | 2017 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1305 gr | ||
Canon EOS 90D | 2019 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1466 gr | ||
Canon EOS D30 | 2000 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1620 gr | ||
Canon EOS D60 | 2002 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1620 gr | ||
Canon EOS Kiss Digital | 2003 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1410 gr | ||
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N | 2005 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1305 gr | ||
Canon EOS Kiss Digital X | 2006 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1321 gr | ||
Canon EOS Kiss Digital X3 | 2009 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1285 gr | ||
Canon EOS Kiss M | 2018 | Mirrorless | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1155 gr | ||
Canon EOS Kiss M2 | 2020 | Mirrorless | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1152 gr | ||
Canon EOS Kiss X10 | 2019 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1214 gr | ||
Canon EOS Kiss X10i | 2020 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1280 gr | ||
Canon EOS Kiss X2 | 2008 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1289 gr | ||
Canon EOS Kiss X4 Digital | 2010 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1275 gr | ||
Canon EOS Kiss X6i | 2012 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1340 gr | ||
Canon EOS Kiss X70 | 2014 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1245 gr | ||
Canon EOS Kiss X8i | 2015 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1320 gr | ||
Canon EOS Kiss X9 | 2017 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1218 gr | ||
Canon EOS Kiss X9i | 2017 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1297 gr | ||
Canon EOS M | 2012 | Mirrorless | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1063 gr | ||
Canon EOS M10 | 2015 | Mirrorless | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1066 gr | ||
Canon EOS M100 | 2017 | Mirrorless | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1067 gr | ||
Canon EOS M200 | 2019 | Mirrorless | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1064 gr | ||
Canon EOS M3 | 2015 | Mirrorless | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1131 gr | ||
Canon EOS M5 | 2016 | Mirrorless | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1192 gr | ||
Canon EOS M50 | 2018 | Mirrorless | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1155 gr | ||
Canon EOS M50 Mark II | 2020 | Mirrorless | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1152 gr | ||
Canon EOS M6 | 2017 | Mirrorless | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1155 gr | ||
Canon EOS M6 Mark II | 2019 | Mirrorless | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1173 gr | ||
Canon EOS R | 2018 | Mirrorless | Full frame | 200 mm | 1425 gr | ||
Canon EOS R3 | 2021 | Mirrorless | Full frame | 200 mm | 1780 gr | ||
Canon EOS R5 | 2020 | Mirrorless | Full frame | 200 mm | 1503 gr | ||
Canon EOS R6 | 2020 | Mirrorless | Full frame | 200 mm | 1445 gr | ||
Canon EOS Ra | 2018 | Mirrorless | Full frame | 200 mm | 1425 gr | ||
Canon EOS Rebel | 2003 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1410 gr | ||
Canon EOS Rebel SL1 | 2013 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1172 gr | ||
Canon EOS Rebel SL2 | 2017 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1218 gr | ||
Canon EOS Rebel SL3 | 2019 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1214 gr | ||
Canon EOS Rebel T1i | 2009 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1285 gr | ||
Canon EOS Rebel T2i | 2010 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1275 gr | ||
Canon EOS Rebel T3 | 2011 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1260 gr | ||
Canon EOS Rebel T3i | 2011 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1335 gr | ||
Canon EOS Rebel T4i | 2012 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1340 gr | ||
Canon EOS Rebel T5 | 2014 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1245 gr | ||
Canon EOS Rebel T5i | 2013 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1345 gr | ||
Canon EOS Rebel T6 | 2016 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1250 gr | ||
Canon EOS Rebel T6i | 2015 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1320 gr | ||
Canon EOS Rebel T6s | 2015 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1330 gr | ||
Canon EOS Rebel T7 | 2018 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1240 gr | ||
Canon EOS Rebel T7i | 2017 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1297 gr | ||
Canon EOS Rebel T8i | 2020 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1280 gr | ||
Canon EOS Rebel XS | 2008 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1267 gr | ||
Canon EOS Rebel XSi | 2008 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1289 gr | ||
Canon EOS Rebel XT | 2005 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1305 gr | ||
Canon EOS Rebel XTi | 2006 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | 320 mm | 1321 gr | ||
Canon EOS RP | 2019 | Mirrorless | Full frame | 200 mm | 1250 gr | ||
Nikon D1 | 1999 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D100 | 2002 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D1H | 2001 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D1X | 2001 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D200 | 2005 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D2H | 2003 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D2Hs | 2006 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D2X | 2004 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D2Xs | 2006 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D3 | 2007 | DSLR | Full frame | ||||
Nikon D300 | 2006 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D3000 | 2009 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D300s | 2009 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D3100 | 2010 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D3200 | 2012 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D3300 | 2014 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D3400 | 2016 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D3500 | 2018 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D3s | 2009 | DSLR | Full frame | ||||
Nikon D3x | 2008 | DSLR | Full frame | ||||
Nikon D4 | 2012 | DSLR | Full frame | ||||
Nikon D40 | 2006 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D40x | 2007 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D4s | 2014 | DSLR | Full frame | ||||
Nikon D5 | 2016 | DSLR | Full frame | ||||
Nikon D50 | 2005 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D500 | 2016 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D5000 | 2009 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D5100 | 2011 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D5200 | 2012 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D5300 | 2013 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D5500 | 2015 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D5600 | 2016 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D6 | 2020 | DSLR | Full frame | ||||
Nikon D60 | 2008 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D600 | 2012 | DSLR | Full frame | ||||
Nikon D610 | 2013 | DSLR | Full frame | ||||
Nikon D70 | 2004 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D700 | 2008 | DSLR | Full frame | ||||
Nikon D7000 | 2010 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D70s | 2005 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D7100 | 2013 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D7200 | 2015 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D750 | 2014 | DSLR | Full frame | ||||
Nikon D7500 | 2017 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D780 | 2020 | DSLR | Full frame | ||||
Nikon D80 | 2006 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D800 | 2012 | DSLR | Full frame | ||||
Nikon D800e | 2012 | DSLR | Full frame | ||||
Nikon D810 | 2014 | DSLR | Full frame | ||||
Nikon D810A | 2015 | DSLR | Full frame | ||||
Nikon D850 | 2017 | DSLR | Full frame | ||||
Nikon D90 | 2008 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon Df | 2013 | DSLR | Full frame | ||||
Nikon Z fc | 2021 | Mirrorless | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon Z5 | 2020 | Mirrorless | Full frame | ||||
Nikon Z50 | 2019 | Mirrorless | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon Z6 | 2018 | Mirrorless | Full frame | ||||
Nikon Z6 II | 2020 | Mirrorless | Full frame | ||||
Nikon Z7 | 2018 | Mirrorless | Full frame | ||||
Nikon Z7 II | 2020 | Mirrorless | Full frame | ||||
Nikon Z9 | 2021 | Mirrorless | Full frame |
Pictures (product and sample images)
In order to see larger product images of the lens, click the link below.
Besides looking at product images it is also of interest to see pictures taken with this specific lens. This can give you a hint of what kind of images this lens can achieve, what the focal length will be like etc.
Alternatives to Canon EF 200mm f/2,8 L II USM for Canon photographers
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