The Canon 70-300mm IS Nano USM Ex UK telephoto zoom lens is available right at the beginning of your search for an advanced, highly responsive telephoto lens. Engineered for full-frame and APS-C Canon DSLRs, this second-generation lens incorporates Nano USM technology, combining the high-speed stills tracking of traditional ring USM motors with the smooth, silent autofocus required for video recording.
Directly imported from the UK and tested to meet strict optical quality standards, the Canon 70-300mm IS Nano USM Ex UK gives wildlife, safari, action, and sports photographers across Kenya a versatile telephoto reach up to 300mm with 4-stop Image Stabilization—all without paying full brand-new retail prices.
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Advanced Nano USM Autofocus System: Combines rapid drive speed for action photography with smooth, near-silent transitions during video recording.
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4-Stop Optical Image Stabilization (IS): Significantly reduces camera shake when shooting handheld at 300mm or in low-light environments.
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Built-in Lens Information Display: Integrated top LCD panel shows focus distance, focal length, and camera shake amount directly on the lens barrel.
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Ultra-Low Dispersion (UD) Lens Element: Features 17 optical elements in 12 groups with 1 UD element to suppress chromatic aberrations and color fringing.
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Full-Frame & APS-C Compatibility: Compatible with all full-frame EF DSLRs and crop-sensor APS-C bodies (providing a 112-480mm equivalent field of view).
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9-Blade Circular Diaphragm: Renders smooth, attractive background blur (bokeh) to isolate distant subjects.
| Technical Parameter | Specification Details |
| Lens Model | Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS II USM (Ex UK Lens) |
| Mount Compatibility | Canon EF Mount (Full-Frame & APS-C DSLRs) |
| Focal Length Range | 70mm to 300mm (APS-C equivalent: ~112–480mm) |
| Maximum Aperture | f/4 (at 70mm) to f/5.6 (at 300mm) |
| Minimum Aperture | f/32 (at 70mm) to f/45 (at 300mm) |
| Optical Construction | 17 elements in 12 groups (1 UD element) |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 rounded circular blades |
| Optical Image Stabilization | Up to 4 Stops |
| Autofocus Motor | Nano USM Drive Motor |
| Filter Thread Size | 67mm |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 1.2 m / 3.94 ft |
| Maximum Magnification | 0.25x (at 300mm) |
| Dimensions (Diameter x Length) | Approx. 80.0 mm x 145.5 mm |
| Weight | Approx. 710 g (1.56 lbs) |
| Condition Class | Ex UK Lens (Imported, Inspected & Certified Grade A) |
| Price | KES 50,000 (Excluding 16% VAT) |
| Availability | Available at Digital Canvas Nairobi (Confirm stock before purchase) |
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Safari & Wildlife Photographers: Reach distant wildlife across Kenyan game parks at 300mm without disturbing subjects.
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Sports & Event Action Creators: Nano USM tracking locks onto fast-moving athletes, performers, and outdoor subjects instantly.
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Travelers & Outdoor Photographers: A relatively lightweight (710g) telephoto zoom solution featuring 4 stops of handheld stabilization.
Investing in the Canon 70-300mm IS Nano USM Ex UK lens delivers substantial savings over brand-new Mark II telephoto glass. Sourced from the UK, each lens undergoes multi-point technical testing—including optical element alignment, Nano USM motor response checks, IS system verification, and LCD screen testing—to ensure Grade-A field performance.
The integrated electronic information screen allows shooters to verify exact focusing distances and focal length parameters at a glance, making it a sophisticated addition to any Canon camera kit.
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Easy Ordering & Local Support in Nairobi
Order online or visit Digital Canvas on 36 Charles Rubia Rd, Nairobi (near the Mombasa Bus Stage). Call 074565666 / 0719671422 to confirm stock for the Canon 70-300mm IS Nano USM Ex UK lens, ask technical questions, or arrange fast courier delivery anywhere in Kenya.
What condition is the Canon 70-300mm IS Nano USM Ex UK lens in?
The Canon 70-300mm IS Nano USM Ex UK is a Grade-A certified imported lens that has been fully inspected, cleaned, and tested for complete optical and electronic functionality.
Does Canon 70-300mm IS Nano USM Ex UK work on Canon mirrorless cameras?
Yes. Using an official Canon EF-EOS R mount adapter allows the lens to function natively on Canon EOS R series mirrorless bodies with full electronic AF, IS, and aperture control.
What is the advantage of Nano USM over traditional STM focus motors?
Nano USM combines the high-speed focus drive of Ring USM for still photos with the smooth, near-silent tracking of STM motors for video recording.
















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