EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6L IS on a EOS R

I was wondering if any has been using the Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6L IS on an EOS R body with the EF-to-EOS R adapter.

Been trying to figure out what telephoto to get for my EOS R without dumping a ton of money on the RF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS just yet. Like this because of its reach and shorter length when in my bag. Also I have f/2.8 zooms for other systems so its not an immediate need.

So if your using this lease on an EOS R I'd be interested in your experience.

Thank you

CanonShottaaja wrote:

Hi Steve!

I have no R but I have an RP since last may (after EOS 6D).

RP works fine with adapter and EF 70-300 f/4-5.6L IS.

Sometimes I use it with Kenko 1.4 TC.

Look at following link: https://www.dpreview.com/forums/post/62851229

Pic. 3 has been shot with Kenko, others without it.

Canonshottaaja

I used the lens on R and it works very well. I shot video with the lens. I love it.

The 70-300 L works fine adapted to the R, just like other EF lenses. But I don’t like the balance on the R(P). The adapter makes it a strange frontheavy combo. A 70-200 f4 just balances much better. Apart from that it (the 70-300 L) does deliver.

maarensv wrote:

The 70-300 L works fine adapted to the R, just like other EF lenses. But I don’t like the balance on the R(P). The adapter makes it a strange frontheavy combo. A 70-200 f4 just balances much better. Apart from that it (the 70-300 L) does deliver.

Interesting, My original thought was to go get the 70-200 f/4L II because its a great lens for sure. When I thought about it more I said why not get the 70-300.

I do have the grip. Originally was not going to buy it because I wanted to keep this kit smaller but found a used on in like new condition for a great deal. I've typically always bought grips for all my prior Canon's and cameras from Sony and Fuji so I figured I could use it if I need it. Actually on mirrorless bodies its a must have if you want to use longer lenses IMHO.  So if I used it with the grip will that be enough you think to balance it?

psrkn wrote:

CanonShottaaja wrote:

Hi Steve!

I have no R but I have an RP since last may (after EOS 6D).

RP works fine with adapter and EF 70-300 f/4-5.6L IS.

Sometimes I use it with Kenko 1.4 TC.

Look at following link: https://www.dpreview.com/forums/post/62851229

Pic. 3 has been shot with Kenko, others without it.

Canonshottaaja

I used the lens on R and it works very well. I shot video with the lens. I love it.

Thanks so much for the feedback.

The cheap eBay tripod things work fine for balance,makes RP perfect for me.YMMV.

Steve W wrote:

maarensv wrote:

The 70-300 L works fine adapted to the R, just like other EF lenses. But I don’t like the balance on the R(P). The adapter makes it a strange frontheavy combo. A 70-200 f4 just balances much better. Apart from that it (the 70-300 L) does deliver.

Interesting, My original thought was to go get the 70-200 f/4L II because its a great lens for sure. When I thought about it more I said why not get the 70-300.

I do have the grip. Originally was not going to buy it because I wanted to keep this kit smaller but found a used on in like new condition for a great deal. I've typically always bought grips for all my prior Canon's and cameras from Sony and Fuji so I figured I could use it if I need it. Actually on mirrorless bodies its a must have if you want to use longer lenses IMHO. So if I used it with the grip will that be enough you think to balance it?

Not sure if a grip will improve the balance. I use an L bracket that also extends the grip a bit. Still most weight is up front. The fact the 70-200 zooms smoother, the lens is thinner and the zoom ring isn’t in the front might contribute to better handling. I think personal preference is a big thing here, so maybe you find it less of an “issue”

viska wrote:

The cheap eBay tripod things work fine for balance,makes RP perfect for me.YMMV.

Be carefull with cheap 3rd party rings. The one I have has worn off some of the coating.