| Principal specifications | |
|---|---|
| Lens type | Zoom lens |
| Max Format size | 35mm FF |
| Focal length | 70–300 mm |
| Image stabilisation | Yes (3 stops claimed) |
| Lens mount | Canon EF |
| Optics | |
|---|---|
| Elements | 15 |
| Groups | 10 |
| Special elements / coatings | 1 UD glass element |
| Focus | |
|---|---|
| Minimum focus | 1.50 m (59.06?) |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Motor type | Micro-type ultrasonic |
| Full time manual | No |
| Focus method | Extending front |
| Distance scale | No |
| DoF scale | No |
| Aperture | |
|---|---|
| Maximum aperture | F4–5.6 |
| Minimum aperture | F32–45 |
| Aperture ring | No |
| Number of diaphragm blades | 8 |
| Aperture notes | circular aperture |
| Physical | |
|---|---|
| Weight | 630 g (1.39 lb) |
| Diameter | 77 mm (3.01?) |
| Length | 143 mm (5.62?) |
| Materials | Plastic barrel, metal mount |
| Colour | |
| Power zoom | |
| Zoom lock | Yes |
| Hood supplied | No |
| Hood product code | ET-65B |
| Tripod collar | No |
| Optional accessories | Lens hood ET-65B Soft case LP1222 |
