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Canon RF24-50mm STM Lens Full-Frame Mirrorless Renewed

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Canon RF24-50mm STM Lens Full-Frame Mirrorless Renewed

Name: Canon RF24-50mm STM Lens Full-Frame Mirrorless Renewed
Brand: Canon
SKU: RF24-50mm F4.5-6.3 is STM

28.7 in

Compact and Versatile Zoom Lens for Full-Frame Cameras The Canon RF24-50mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM is a renewed lens that offers a wide-angle to standard zoom range, perfect for full-frame EOS R cameras. Its lightweight design and image stabilization make it an excellent choice for both still photograph...

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Overview

Compact and Versatile Zoom Lens for Full-Frame Cameras

The Canon RF24-50mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM is a renewed lens that offers a wide-angle to standard zoom range, perfect for full-frame EOS R cameras. Its lightweight design and image stabilization make it an excellent choice for both still photography and videography.

Specifications:

Focal Length: 24-50mm
Aperture: F4.5-6.3
Mount: Canon RF
Image Stabilization: Optical Image Stabilization (up to 4.5 stops)
Elements: Two Aspheric Elements
Coating: Canon Super Spectra Coating (SSC)
Minimum Focus Distance: Approx. 28.7 in./0.73m
Maximum Magnification: 0.28x (at 50mm focal length)

Key Features

RF wide-to-normal zoom lens for full-frame cameras – a supremely lightweight and affordable standard zoom alternative

Versatile 24-50mm zoom coverage for stills and video with full-frame EOS R series cameras; equivalent to approx. 38–80mm coverage when used on cameras with APS-C size image sensors.

Excellent image quality: highlights include two aspheric elements, and Canon Super Spectra Coating (SSC) to minimize ghosting and flare.

Optical image stabilization — up to 4.5 stops* of shake correction. Up to 7.0 stops of shake correction when paired with EOS R series cameras featuring In-Body Image Stabilizer (IBIS).

Minimum focus distance of approx. 28.7 in./0.73m. with a maximum magnification of 0.28x (at 50mm focal length).

Specifications

Brand

Canon

Model Name

RF24-50mm STM Lens

Condition

Renewed

Lens Type

Wide-to-normal zoom

Camera Compatibility

Full-frame EOS R series mirrorless cameras

APS-C Equivalent Focal Length

Approx. 38–80mm

Optical Elements

Two aspheric elements

Coating

Canon Super Spectra Coating (SSC)

Optical Image Stabilization

Up to 4.5 stops (7.0 stops with IBIS cameras)

Minimum Focus Distance

Approx. 28.7 in./0.73m

Maximum Magnification

0.28x (at 50mm focal length)

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of camera is this Canon RF24-50mm STM lens designed for?

This lens is designed as a wide-to-normal zoom for full-frame EOS R series mirrorless cameras.

Does this lens offer image stabilization?

Yes, it features optical image stabilization that provides up to 4.5 stops of shake correction, and up to 7.0 stops when paired with EOS R cameras featuring In-Body Image Stabilizer (IBIS).

What is the closest focusing distance for this lens?

The minimum focus distance for this lens is approximately 28.7 inches (0.73m), with a maximum magnification of 0.28x at 50mm.

How does this lens minimize ghosting and flare?

It includes Canon Super Spectra Coating (SSC) and two aspheric elements to help minimize ghosting and flare, contributing to excellent image quality.

Is this lens suitable for both stills and video?

Yes, it offers versatile 24-50mm zoom coverage designed for both stills and video applications with full-frame EOS R series cameras.

Strengths & Trade-offs

👍 Pros

Functions as an RF wide-to-normal zoom lens, suitable for full-frame EOS R series cameras, offering a versatile focal range.
Provides 24-50mm zoom coverage for both stills and video, equivalent to approximately 38–80mm on APS-C cameras.
Achieves excellent image quality due to two aspheric elements and Canon Super Spectra Coating (SSC), minimizing ghosting and flare.
Features optical image stabilization offering up to 4.5 stops of shake correction, which can be extended to 7.0 stops when paired with IBIS-equipped EOS R cameras.
Offers a minimum focus distance of approximately 28.7 inches (0.73m) with a maximum magnification of 0.28x at 50mm, useful for close-up shots.

👎 Cons

As a renewed lens, its long-term reliability or warranty support may differ from a brand-new unit, which could be a consideration for buyers.
The variable aperture from f/4.5-6.3, while keeping the lens lightweight, is relatively slow, potentially limiting performance in low-light conditions compared to faster lenses.
The 50mm maximum focal length might be restrictive for photographers requiring longer telephoto reach without changing lenses.
The specified maximum magnification of 0.28x is not a true macro capability, limiting its use for extreme close-up photography.
Achieving the maximum 7.0 stops of image stabilization requires pairing with specific EOS R series cameras featuring In-Body Image Stabilizer (IBIS), which not all models have.