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Specifications
  • Lens Mount Compatibility
    Canon RF
    Lens Type
    Wide Angle Prime
    Minimum Focal Length
    16 millimeters
    Maximum Focal Length
    16 millimeters
    Maximum Aperture
    f/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.
Whats Included
  • RF16mm F2.8 STM
  • Lens Cap E-43
  • Lens Dust Cap RF
Product Manuals
Disclaimers
  • Find warranty information for your Canon products at https://www.usa.canon.com/support/self-help-center/canon-product-warranty-information

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.

Canon - RF16mm F2.8 STM Wide Angle Prime Lens for EOS R-Series Cameras - Black

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Customers express satisfaction with the RF16mm F2.8 STM Wide Angle Prime Lens for EOS R-Series Cameras, praising its wide-angle capabilities for capturing expansive landscapes and group shots. The lens is also highly regarded for its budget-friendly price point, making it an accessible option for photographers. Additionally, its lightweight and compact design is appreciated for its portability and ease of use, especially during travel and vlogging. While some users have noted slight distortion, it is generally considered acceptable given the wide-angle nature of the lens.

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  • 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

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent Quality

    This lens is compact, lightweight and offers exceptional image quality, the manufacture and materials feel of very good quality, I have tried it on the R8 and R5 and the quality is amazing, the autofocus control and the configurable ring of the RF series are perfect, it does not include the hood but it is a relatively cheap and indispensable accessory.

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