Canon - RF16mm F2.8 STM Wide Angle Prime Lens for EOS R-Series Cameras - Black
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- Lens Mount CompatibilityCanon RFLens TypeWide Angle PrimeMinimum Focal Length16 millimetersMaximum Focal Length16 millimetersMaximum Aperturef/2.8
- Key Specs
- Lens Mount Compatibility: Canon RF
- Lens Type: Wide Angle Prime
- Minimum Focal Length: 16 millimeters (The minimum distance between the lens and the image sensor that allows the subject to be in focus. The shorter the focal length, the greater the area of scene captured.)
- Maximum Focal Length: 16 millimeters (The maximum distance between the lens and the image sensor that allows the subject to be in focus. The greater the focal length, the smaller the area of scene captured.)
- Maximum Aperture: f/2.8 (The limit to how wide a lens can be open, typically expressed in f-numbers. The smaller the number, the larger the aperture and the more light that can enter the lens. A larger aperture creates a shallower depth of field, helpful for keeping subjects in focus and blurring background details.)
- General
- Brand: Canon
- Model Number: 5051C002
- Product Name: RF16mm F2.8 STM Wide Angle Prime Lens for EOS R-Series Cameras
- Color: Black
- Compatibility
- Compatible Devices: Mirrorless Camera
- Brand Compatibility: Canon
- Lens Mount Compatibility: Canon RF
- Tripod/Monopod Mountable: false (A support function that allows the device to be mounted to monopods and tripods for leveling and stability.)
- Lens Series: Canon RF (The product group that the lens belongs to, based on similar shared features.)
- Dimensions
- Product Weight: 0.4 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Product Length with Lens Closed: 2.7 inches
- Product Diameter: 1.6 inches (The out of box diameter of the item, measured as a straight line passing from side to side of the item, through its center.)
- Imaging
- Lens Type: Wide Angle Prime
- Auto/Manual Focus: Automatic/manual
- Silent Focus: false (A feature that helps reduce operational noise that occurs when using lenses with autofocus motors.)
- In-Lens Image Stabilization: false (This feature helps reduce image blurring from camera motion. Lens stabilization means an element within the lens moves automatically to counteract detected motion.)
- Exposure Control
- Minimum Focal Length: 16 millimeters (The minimum distance between the lens and the image sensor that allows the subject to be in focus. The shorter the focal length, the greater the area of scene captured.)
- Maximum Focal Length: 16 millimeters (The maximum distance between the lens and the image sensor that allows the subject to be in focus. The greater the focal length, the smaller the area of scene captured.)
- Minimum Focus Distance: 5.1 inches
- Maximum Aperture: f/2.8 (The limit to how wide a lens can be open, typically expressed in f-numbers. The smaller the number, the larger the aperture and the more light that can enter the lens. A larger aperture creates a shallower depth of field, helpful for keeping subjects in focus and blurring background details.)
- Minimum Aperture: f/22 (The smallest opening of a lens, typically expressed in f-numbers. The larger the number, the smaller the aperture and the less light that can enter the lens. A smaller aperture creates a larger depth of field, which keeps both foreground and background in focus.)
- Constant Aperture: false (Has a fixed aperture (typically expressed in f-numbers), which means the barrel of the lens does not extend or retract when the focal length changes.)
- Features
- Special Features: Super-compact size & weight; extremely affordable ultra-wide lens; non-fisheye coverage on full-frame cameras
- Performance
- Filter Diameter: 43 millimeters
- Protective Qualities: None
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 1 year
- Warranty - Labor: 1 year
- Other
- UPC: 013803341317
Compact, versatile, speedy and affordable, the new RF16mm F2.8 STM lens is a terrific complement to any EOS R series digital camera. Offering an ultra-wide angle of view and a bright f/2.8 aperture, it's an excellent choice whether taking interior photos in tight spaces, seeking out the perfect landscape, or as the perfect webcam lens when used in combination with an EOS camera and EOS Webcam Utility on a video call. With a 16mm F2.8 lens, you can experiment with enhancing perspectives, capturing starscapes, or with the close focusing distance of 5.11 inches, get up close to your subject while still keeping the background more visible. Video users will find this ultra-wide lens a natural for vlogging, especially with its supremely light weight. With its remarkable combination of optical excellence and refined performance, all in a small package that's easy to bring most anywhere, the RF16mm F2.8 STM is a stellar companion to any EOS R series digital camera.
- Compatible with Canon EOS R series cameras: For use with your existing camera with an RF mount system.
- Wide-angle lens for broad composition: Delivers stunning perspectives and allows you to include more of the scene in the frame.
- 16mm focal length: Wide-angle range helps you capture the optimal photo.
- f/2.8 maximum aperture: Creates sharp, detailed images with shallow depth of field and softly blurred background. Performs best in moderate-to-bright light settings or outdoors on overcast days.
- Compatible with Canon EOS R series cameras: For use with your existing camera with an RF mount system.
- Wide-angle lens for broad composition: Delivers stunning perspectives and allows you to include more of the scene in the frame.
- 16mm focal length: Wide-angle range helps you capture the optimal photo.
- f/2.8 maximum aperture: Creates sharp, detailed images with shallow depth of field and softly blurred background. Performs best in moderate-to-bright light settings or outdoors on overcast days.
Whats Included
- RF16mm F2.8 STM
- Lens Cap E-43
- Lens Dust Cap RF
- RF16mm F2.8 STM
- Lens Cap E-43
- Lens Dust Cap RF
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Disclaimers
- Find warranty information for your Canon products at https://www.usa.canon.com/support/self-help-center/canon-product-warranty-information
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Q: Is this Canon lens compatible with the EOS R series cameras?
A: Yes, this lens is compatible with Canon EOS R series cameras.
Q: Can this lens be used with a tripod?
A: No, this lens is not tripod/monopod mountable.
Q: What is the minimum focusing distance of this Canon lens?
A: The minimum focusing distance of this lens is 5.1 inches.
Q: What is the focal length of this lens?
A: This lens has a 16mm focal length, which is considered wide-angle.
Q: What is the maximum aperture of this lens?
A: The maximum aperture of this lens is f/2.8.
Q: Does this lens have image stabilization?
A: No, this lens does not have in-built image stabilization.
Q: Would this be useable to real estate or are the edges too soft?
A: You can definitely use this for photos however for video be aware that Canon has that wobble feature with the R5 I believe also with the R6. So take that into consideration or maybe shoot with a gimbal. However for photos I think you'll be more than happy.
A: I use this on my Canon R8 which is a full frame. Camera. Works great.
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| Price, Weight, Size, Lens Quality, Wide Angle | Image Quality, Price, Aperture, Size, Weight | Image Quality, Size, Weight | Image Quality, Aperture, Price, Weight, Macro |
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Customers are saying
Customers have good things to say about the RF16mm F2.8 STM lens's ease of use and portability. Reviewers frequently highlighted its quick focusing capabilities and compact, lightweight design. The lens's small size makes it convenient to carry. No significant drawbacks were reported by customers.
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- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Good quality
This lens performs well in low light condition. Has some distortion, but photoshop or other softwares would correct it to a tolerable level. It is light weight, small and easy to use. It has a quick focus. I bought this lens for traveling photography, like churches, museums and other low light interior photography. I would recommend to buy an aftermarket lens hod (JJC LH-EW65C, $12.99). Attached pictures were taken with Canon R6 Mark II ISO 1000-3200. I would recommend this lens based on quality and price ratio.
Posted by Borgisz
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Definitely Buy One!
I never write reviews but felt that I needed to for this lens. Picked it up today from the store after ordering it online. Sped home to rip open the box and mount it on my Canon RP. I spent the rest of the day taking pictures of any and everything around my house. The photos come out so clear and the wide angle of the lens allows for so much of the story to be captured in one photo. Attached are some of my favorite photos that I took today and have very minimal post-processing in Lightroom.
Posted by ITakePicsForFun
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Rare perspective lens with great clarity
Amazing lens! Definitely a learning curve as to how to get the most out of such a wide angle lens, but this is more than just a novelty lens. It's hilarious to see something like a big tree you want to photography, then realize that with this lens you have to get within less than 10 feet of the tree to have it fill the frame. Super sharp, great clarity, and lens profiles already loaded in Adobe products. Some of the YouTube reviewers have said this lens is soft in the corners, but ultra-wide lenses would actually look strange if they were sharp corner-to-corner, that's just how perspective works... and it's not really that soft, you have to seriously zoom in to truly recognize any softness. In the attached shot, that tree is 30-40 feet high and I'm about 10 feet from it!
Posted by GulliverFan
