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Canon RF28mm F2.8 STM Lens - Compact Wide-Angle
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Achieve Stunning Wide-Angle Shots with EaseThe Canon RF28mm F2.8 STM Lens is a compact and lightweight wide-angle lens perfect for travel, street photography, and video. Its wide-angle coverage and bright aperture make it a great addition to any full-frame EOS R camera. Specifications: Mount: RF...
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Overview
Achieve Stunning Wide-Angle Shots with Ease
The Canon RF28mm F2.8 STM Lens is a compact and lightweight wide-angle lens perfect for travel, street photography, and video. Its wide-angle coverage and bright aperture make it a great addition to any full-frame EOS R camera.
Specifications:
- Mount: RF Mount
- Format Compatibility: Full-Frame
- Focal Length: 28mm
- Maximum Aperture: f/2.8
- Elements: Three Aspheric Elements
- Coating: Canon Super Spectra Coating (SSC)
- Minimum Focus Distance: Approx. 9 in. / 0.23m
- Maximum Magnification: 0.17x
- Focus Drive: Canon Lead Screw Type STM (Stepping Motor)
- Filter Size: 55mm
Key Features
RF wide angle lens for full-frame cameras – a supremely lightweight and affordable pancacke lens that never gets in the way.
Everyday 28mm coverage for stills and video with full-frame EOS R series cameras; equivalent to approx. 45mm coverage when used on cameras with APS-C size image sensors.
Excellent image quality: highlights include three aspheric elements, and Canon Super Spectra Coating (SSC) to minimize ghosting and flare.
Minimum focus distance of approx. 9 in./0.23m. with a maximum magnification of 0.17x.
Canon leadscrew type STM (stepping motor) focus drive, especially suited for smooth, quiet video AF operation.
Specifications
Lens Type
RF Wide Angle
Aperture
F2.8
Focus Drive
STM (Stepping Motor)
Minimum Focus Distance
Approx. 9 in./0.23m
Maximum Magnification
0.17x
Coating
Canon Super Spectra Coating (SSC)
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Compact and lightweight pancake design makes it easy to carry for everyday shooting
- Delivers excellent image quality with three aspheric elements and Super Spectra Coating
- Features a quiet STM focus drive, ideal for smooth autofocus during video recording
- Offers versatile 28mm wide-angle coverage on full-frame cameras, suitable for various scenes
- Achieves a minimum focus distance of approximately 9 inches for close-up shots
👎 Cons
- The 28mm focal length on full-frame cameras may be too wide for certain portraiture or detailed subjects
- When used on APS-C cameras, the equivalent focal length of 45mm might be less ideal for wide-angle needs
- Maximum magnification of 0.17x limits its utility for true macro photography
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of cameras is this Canon RF28mm lens compatible with?
This lens is designed for full-frame EOS R series cameras, offering everyday 28mm coverage. It provides approximately 45mm coverage when used on cameras with APS-C size image sensors.
Does this lens include image stabilization?
The provided features do not mention built-in optical image stabilization for this lens.
Is this lens suitable for shooting video?
Yes, the Canon leadscrew type STM (stepping motor) focus drive is especially suited for smooth, quiet video AF operation.
What is the minimum focusing distance of this lens?
The minimum focus distance for this lens is approximately 9 inches (0.23 meters).
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