Canon has launched two new RF lenses intended to assist the next generation of hobbyists and content producers in curating a kit bag with high potential at a low cost. The RF 16mm F2.8 STM, Canon’s first ultra-wide prime lens in the EOS R line-up, and the RF 100-400mm F5.6-8 are USM, a telephoto zoom lens that takes the photographer closer to the subject, are among the two lightweight, compact lenses. The RF 16mm F2.8 STM is a flexible lens that satisfies the growing need for vlogging while also ideal for landscape, architecture, and astrophotography. The RF 100-400mm F5.6-8 IS USM is great for sports and wildlife photography because it helps photographers bridge distant subjects.
Canon’s EOS R System takes another step ahead in its mission to deliver photography solutions for every need with the addition of these two new lenses.
The EOS R System’s wide diameter mount and short flange distance enable these new lenses to provide high-quality lenses with new focal lengths and small sizes. The RF 16mm F2.8 STM and RF 100-400mm F5.6-8 IS USM offers outstanding optical performance at a price that makes them affordable to photographers of all skill levels. The RF 16mm F2.8 STM is a prime lens designed specifically for content makers, providing them with a full-frame ultra-wide-angle lens to elevate their work. Thanks to its remarkable 400mm zoom, the RF 100-400mm F5.6-8 IS USM allows novice photographers to take photographs that are comparable to those taken by experts. Both cameras use Canon’s superior optical technology, such as Super Spectra Coating, which reduces ghosting and flare for clear, detailed photos. These models also use a single aspherical lens to achieve great image quality while reducing the presence of aberrations that could distort an image, eliminating the requirement for numerous lens elements that add bulk.
The RF 16mm F2.8 STM is a flexible lens with a wide-angle and aperture that is well suited to vlogging as well as a variety of photographic genres such as group photographs, environmental portraiture, and architecture. The RF 16mm F2.8 STM is the first ultra-wide-angle prime lens in the EOS R System, with a 16mm focal length that gives an extra-wide field of view and an exaggerated feeling of depth. With an aperture of f/2.8, this lens is ideal for low-light photography such as astrophotography and high-speed photography.
These characteristics allow vloggers to capture higher-quality film in low-light situations and generate a narrow depth of field even at wide angles, allowing subjects to stand out against a softened background. It’s a great buddy for vlogging on the go because it’s a lightweight prime lens. Users can use the RF 16mm F2.8 STM with EOS R cameras to shoot in APS-C crop mode, thus turning the lens into a 25.6mm lens, providing a tighter angle when recording video. The RF 16mm F2.8 STM uses Canon’s STM focusing motor for smooth, near-silent focusing during video shooting. Photographers and multimedia creators may take sharp photos with a minimum focusing distance of 0.13m even when shooting from close range.
This telephoto zoom, designed for aspiring sports and wildlife photographers, has a versatile focus range of 100 – 400mm, making it ideal for capturing distant scenes. The RF 100-400mm F5.6-8 IS USM, for example, allows photographers on the sidelines of a football game the same remarkable reach as professional telephoto lenses, allowing them to capture the action and passion of players throughout the game. The RF 100-400mm F5.6-8 IS USM also boasts a minimum focusing distance of 0.88m and a maximum magnification of 0.41x, allowing photographers to capture all of the intricacies of a subject at closer range. When used with cameras that have In-Body Image Stabilization, the RF 100-400mm F5.6-8 IS USM achieves 5.5 stops of in-lens optical image stabilization, which improves to 6 stops when coordinated control is employed (IBIS). The RF 100-400mm F5.6-8 IS USM is designed for speed and precision, featuring a Nano USM focus motor for smooth, fast focus and a lens control ring that allows users increased control over AV, Tv, exposure, and ISO settings. The EOS R camera body’ brilliant viewfinder and high ISO capabilities, paired with Dual Pixel CMOS AF, allow photographers to use a lens that defies size, weight, and focal range standards to shoot photographs with ease.
Photography and video fans may create a lightweight kit bag with both of these new lenses, opening up a world of possibilities. The new RF 100-400mm F5.6-8 IS USM and RF 16mm, F2.8 STM lenses, have a wide range of focal lengths suitable for various genres. With a weight of only 165g, the RF 16mm F2.8 STM is ideal for vloggers who want to film footage on the go or landscape photographers looking for a small, yet strong wide-angle lens. The RF 100-400mm F5.6-8 IS USM is a lens that delivers a remarkable telephoto focal length without adding weight, weighing only 635g. It’s a must-have for any nature lover, and it’s small enough to take with you on lengthy hikes in search of wildlife capture.
