The Canon RF 24mm f/1.8 Macro IS STM lens combines the expansive view of a wide-angle lens with the precision of a macro lens, offering unique versatility for both close-up and broad perspective photography. Ideal for capturing landscapes, nature, and street scenes, this lens also excels in macro photography with its ability to focus on subjects as close as 5.5 inches, delivering a 1:2 half life-size magnification.
The lens features a bright f/1.8 aperture, providing excellent depth of field control and performance in various lighting conditions. Its optical design includes one Ultra-Low Dispersion (UD) element and one aspherical element to minimize chromatic and spherical aberrations, ensuring sharp, color-accurate imagery. The Super Spectra coating reduces flare and ghosting, enhancing contrast and color fidelity even in challenging lighting situations.
Autofocus performance is handled by the STM stepping motor, which delivers fast, quiet, and smooth operation, making it suitable for both still photography and video recording. Additionally, the Optical Image Stabilizer compensates for up to 5 stops of camera shake, or up to 6.5 stops with coordinated IS, facilitating handheld shooting in low-light conditions. The customizable Control Ring allows for easy adjustment of exposure settings, including aperture, ISO, and exposure compensation.
Key Features:
- Wide-Angle Macro Lens: Combines a broad 24mm focal length with close-focusing capabilities, ideal for diverse subjects from expansive landscapes to intricate close-ups.
- Macro Capability: Provides 1:2 half life-size magnification with a minimum focusing distance of 5.5 inches for detailed close-up shots.
- Bright f/1.8 Aperture: Offers significant control over depth of field and enhanced performance in various lighting conditions.
- Advanced Optics: Includes one UD element and one aspherical element to correct chromatic and spherical aberrations, ensuring sharp and color-accurate images.
- Super Spectra Coating: Minimizes flare and ghosting to improve contrast and color fidelity.
- STM Autofocus: Fast, quiet, and smooth autofocus performance for both stills and video.
- Optical Image Stabilizer: Reduces camera shake by up to 5 stops (6.5 stops with coordinated IS) for improved handheld shooting stability.
- Customizable Control Ring: Allows for direct adjustment of exposure settings such as aperture, ISO, and exposure compensation.
Full Specifications:
- Image Size: Full Frame
- Focal Length: 24mm
- Maximum Aperture: f/1.8
- Minimum Aperture: f/22
- Lens Construction: 11 elements in 9 groups
- Special Optics: 1 UD element, 1 aspherical element
- Coatings: Super Spectra
- Diaphragm Blades: 9, rounded
- Minimum Focusing Distance: 0.14m (5.5 inches)
- Maximum Magnification: 0.5x
- Control Ring: Configurable for various settings
- Image Stabilization: 5 stops (6.5 stops with coordinated IS)
- AF Actuator: STM
Physical Specifications:
- Filter Diameter: 67mm
- Max. Diameter x Length: 75.2 x 88.8mm
- Weight: 270g
Accessories:
- Lens Cap: E-67 II
- Lens Hood: EW-65C (not bundled)
- Lens Case/Pouch: LP1016 (not bundled)
- Rear End Cap: Lens Dust Cap RF
- Extension Tubes: Not compatible
- Extender Compatibility: Not compatible
- Other Accessories: Canon 67mm Protect Lens Filter
The Canon RF 24mm f/1.8 Macro IS STM lens offers a unique blend of wide-angle and macro capabilities, making it a versatile tool for photographers and videographers. Its bright aperture, advanced optics, and effective stabilization system ensure high-quality results in various shooting conditions, while the customizable Control Ring enhances convenience and control.