Canon RF200-800mm F6.3-9 is USM Super-telephoto Zoom Lens, Mirrorless, Powerful Zoom Range, Comfortable Handheld Shooting, for Wildlife, Nature, Outdoor Sports, Compact & Lightweight

This is a tremendous lens.I used to use the the R5 with the RF 100-500L and it was a killer combination. But, tbh I think the R3 with the RF 200-800 is better.The reach is a big part of that. I have lower megapixels with the R3, but there's basically no need to crop with the 200-800's reach. Plus, it's very fast to focus with my R3, and the pictures are sharp. Sure, it's fairly heavy, the throw is quite a bit (basically how you zoom in and out), and finally the collar can't be removed.But, those are really the only cons I can think of. This lens really is an amazing combination of value and quality. Probably the best wildlife lens out there tbh.You won't regret buying this bad boy.*Fyi I use the JJC DLP-8II as a case / pouch for the lens.

This is a fantastic lens. It is also the most expensive I've ever bought, but the sharp pictures and the reach with this is totally worth it. It really couples well with the 1.4x extender (I think 2x is giving up too much light).

A bit heavy and a bit slow, but for the price, the reach is unbeatable. Sharp images and I usually shhot in the 600 mm range. Very satisfied.

The range is great -- I only gave 4 stars because I really hate bulky external zoom features like this, but that is part of what gives it a reasonable price point (compared to other super telephoto lenses).I do think my other lenses are easier to zoom in and out with (the ring itself), specifically my L lenses (not surprising). With that said, I've gotten some beautiful images with this lens at 800 mm (added to this review). It just takes some getting used to, and you will need a tripod or monopod for better control. The juvenile bald eagle was shot with a tripod, the adult bald eagle was shot without a mono/tripod, but I used my knee to help stabilize.

I’ve been using it with a shoulder strap. Lighter than I expected and sharp picture quality.

Love it. Super clear. Seller return policy it high beware. Test somewhere before you buy or you'll be out alot of money

Fantastic

First of all I like the reach. Of course whenever trying out a new lens there is a learning curve. In this case spotting birds in flight at 600-800mm is a skill I need to work on quite a bit more to say I'm confident.. The weight is another plus. Yes I will use this lens on a tripod or a monopod often enough, but I have a detailed, sharp image of the moon taken as a handheld device. For the money, this lens cannot be beaten for people who do not make their living selling photos or prints to the media. This lens is all I need to capture birds in flight which is one of the main reasons I picked up the photography hobby in the first place. This is not an "L" less, and did doesn't have to be. Canon is finally providing good quality glass to photographers like me who want to improve their skills without draining their bank accounts. The aperture range of 6.3-9.0 is not a problem especially if I take advantage of every good light situation when I want to use this lens.