A solid prime telephoto, the 300mm f/2.8L IS II is a force for fast action photography. Whether you’re birdwatching in the great outdoors or shooting sports indoors, this lens has you covered and then some. Its sharpness and excellent handling of chromatic aberration are impressive enough, but its next-level image stabilization really make it shine. 3 image stabilization modes allow you to select the type you need for your unique situation, one of which is only actuated when pushing down the shutter button fully. According to Canon, this effectively provides 4 stops of image stabilization. It’s also 13% lighter than the first version, making it easier to get to where you’ll be shooting. And once you’re there, the incorporated Fluorite (Fluorite, not Fluoride… don’t brush your teeth with it) elements ensure excellent image quality.