Shibuya Night
Third attempt at shooting an HDR video in 4K at 60fps. Back in Shibuya but this time on a hot summer night, and with two lenses : RF 15-35mm and 70-200mm.
The Canon RF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM lens is a compact, lightweight telephoto zoom that has quickly become a favorite for photographers who need reach, quality, and portability. In this review, we’ll dive into why this lens is a great choice for travel, portrait, and nature photography, delivering Canon’s renowned L-series performance in a surprisingly compact design.
With a versatile 70-200mm focal range, this lens is perfect for capturing everything from portraits to landscapes and sports. The constant f/4 aperture allows for consistent exposure throughout the zoom range while keeping the lens small and easy to handle. Built to Canon’s high L-series standards, the RF 70-200mm f/4L is fully weather-sealed, making it reliable in various outdoor conditions, while its compact and lightweight (695g) design ensures easy portability—ideal for travel photographers who want a quality telephoto without the bulk.
Canon’s advanced optics include four Ultra-low Dispersion (UD) elements that ensure excellent sharpness and contrast while minimizing chromatic aberrations. Additionally, the Air Sphere Coating (ASC) helps reduce ghosting and flare, providing high clarity even in challenging lighting situations. Edge-to-edge sharpness and high color fidelity make this lens ideal for high-resolution images.
The RF 70-200mm f/4L features Canon’s Dual Nano USM motor, delivering fast, smooth, and silent autofocus, perfect for capturing action and working with video. One of the standout features is its 5-stop Optical Image Stabilization (IS), which allows for steady handheld shots even at longer focal lengths. Additionally, combined with an in-body stabilization system (IBIS), the RF 70-200mm f/4L can achieve up to 7.5 stops of stabilization, making it a reliable performer in low-light and handheld scenarios.
While it lacks the faster f/2.8 aperture of its bigger sibling, the Canon RF 70-200mm f/4L is ideal for photographers looking for a more portable, versatile telephoto option. It’s a perfect fit for those who value Canon’s L-series quality but prefer a lighter setup.
Explore how well this lens performs with high-quality, real-world samples, so you can decide for yourself with my carefully crafted shots!
Third attempt at shooting an HDR video in 4K at 60fps. Back in Shibuya but this time on a hot summer night, and with two lenses : RF 15-35mm and 70-200mm.
First flowers appearing on the trees of Shinjuku Gyoen in Tokyo.
Peaceful demonstration against the Russian dictator in Shinjuku.
Welcome to Tokyo Disneyland during the Halloween Season! Things have changed though: there is now a dress code in place and costumes that belong more to a night out in Roppongi can no longer bee seen.
A few pictures of Tokyo Disneyland through an RF70-200mm during our Halloween visit last week.
And now Sensoji with a telephoto zoom lens: RF70-200mm. A telephoto zoom lens is great for landscape.
The newest of the Shinjuku Station exits: New South Gate.