| Announced | 1995-09-01 |
| Indicative price (USD) | 420 |
| Aperture | f/4-5.6 |
| Focal range (mm) | 75 - 300 |
| Filter diameter (mm) | 58 |
| Max diameter (mm) | 78.5 |
| Mount type | Canon EF |
| Stabilization | Yes |
| AF Motor | USM |
| Zoom type | Ring |
| Rotating front element | Yes |
| Tripod mount | No |
| Color | Black |
| Full-Time manual focus | No |
| Number of lenses | 15 |
| Number of groups | 10 |
| Diaphragm blades | 8 |
| Circular aperture | No |
| Length (mm) | 138.2 |
| Weight (gr) | 650 |





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