Canon has announced its new RF 50mm f/1.4L VCM & RF 24mm f/1.4L VCM lenses that join the existing RF 35mm f/1.4L VCM.
Back in June, Canon announced the RF 35mm f/1.4L VCM which was a first-of-its-kind hybrid lens designed to capture both stills and video. Now, with the 24 and 50mm focal lengths, users can have a small, compact set of primes that can be used with cameras such as the C80, R5C, R5 Mark II, C400, etc.
Key features
- Full-Frame Format | f/1.4 to f/16
- Extremely Fast Design, Advanced Optics
- Voice Coil Motor (VCM) for Rear Focus
- Nano USM for Fast Floating Autofocus
- Manual Iris/Full-Time Focus Rings
- Air Sphere (ASC) Coating
- One Aspherical Elements, Two UD Elements
- Rounded 11-Blade Diaphragm
- Weather-Sealed Design
- Attachable Rear Gel Filter Holder
The RF F1.4L VCM lenses are the only RF prime lenses with a dedicated iris control ring for video. They also feature an 11-blade aperture and minimal focus breathing. They also include the option for both front and rear filters.
Key features
- Full-Frame Format | f/1.4 to f/16
- Extremely Fast Design, Advanced Optics
- Voice Coil Motor (VCM) for Rear Focus
- Nano USM for Fast Floating Autofocus
- Manual Iris/Full-Time Focus Rings
- Air Sphere (ASC) Coating
- Two Aspherical Elements, Two UD Elements
- Rounded 11-Blade Diaphragm
- Weather-Sealed Design
- Attachable Rear Gel Filter Holder
All three lenses in the series are the same physical size, but the weight does vary slightly. The 50mm weighs 610g, while the 24mm weighs 550g. The existing 35mm weighs 555g.
The lenses features the fast Nano USM, combined with even faster Voice Coil Motor (VCM) technology. There is also a dedicated Lens Control Ring and a customizable Lens Function Button.
A fluorine coating repels dirt and sand from sticking to the front and the light design (lighter than the EF predecessor) makes for comfortable shooting for long periods in the field. In addition, Canon claims that thanks to aspheric and UD lens elements, with Super Spectra and ASC coatings, users can enjoy clear images without the worry of flare and ghosting.
Price & Availability
The Canon RF 50mm f/1.4L VCM retails for $1,499 USD & the RF 24mm f/1.4L VCM is $1,399 USD.
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