The time has arrived -> Canon EF 200-400mm F4L IS USM 1.4x Lens rumored to be announced tonight and available in Stock in retail stores from May 30, 2013.
Short Press Release of Canon EF 200-400mm F4L IS USM 1.4x Lens
Designed to satisfy the discriminating needs of sports and wildlife photographers, the EF 200–400mm f/4L IS USM Extender 1.4X is a high-performance super telephoto zoom lens with an optically matched built-in 1.4x extender for maximum versatility. With a simple flick of a switch, the zoom range can be quickly increased to 280–560mm (f/5.6). This capability is extremely useful in applications where it is not possible to change lenses quickly, while also protecting delicate equipment such as a digital SLR camera’s image sensor in environments with dust and high humidity. The EF 200–400mm f/4L IS USM Extender 1.4X incorporates one fluorite and four UD lens elements, which provide excellent correction of chromatic aberration throughout the entire zoom range for professional quality images with high resolution, contrast and color fidelity, while a 9-blade circular aperture helps deliver beautiful, soft backgrounds. It utilizes inner focusing, ring USM, a high-speed CPU and optimized AF algorithms for fast and accurate autofocusing. And, with Power Focus mode, focus shifts are quiet and smooth, which is essential for filmmaking. Image stabilization is effective up to four shutter speed steps, with three image stabilization modes (standard, panning, and during exposure only) providing excellent results for a wide range of subjects. Optimized lens placement and coatings deliver outstanding color balance, while helping to minimize ghosting and flare. The lens is highly resistant to dust and water, enabling shooting even in harsh conditions. A fluorine coating on front and rear lens surfaces repels dust particles and makes the lens easier to clean
Canon EF 200-400mm F4L IS USM 1.4x Lens Major Features
- Built-in 1.4x extender for maximum versatility
- one fluorite and four UD lens elements
- 9-blade circular aperture
- three image stabilization modes (standard, panning, and during exposure only)
- highly resistant to dust and water,
- fluorine coating on front and rear lens surfaces
Release Dates for Japan (release / on-sale date in Japan) is the 30th May 2013. Estimated retail price of 1250000 yen / $ 12648.75.
source – digicaminfo canonrumor
