Canon RF 24mm f/1.8 Macro IS STM Lens
Wide-Angle Macro Lens
The Canon RF 24mm f/1.8 Macro IS STM Lens is a wide-angle macro lens that excels in capturing landscapes, nature scenes, and street photography. It offers a 1:2 half-life-size maximum magnification and a minimum focusing distance of 5.5 inches for close-up shots. With its bright f/1.8 aperture, it provides a depth of field control and performs well in various lighting conditions. The lens incorporates advanced optical elements to correct aberrations, resulting in sharp and color-accurate imagery. It features a Super Spectra coating to reduce flare and ghosting and a rounded nine-blade diaphragm for smooth bokeh quality.
- Focal Length: 24mm
- Maximum Aperture: f/1.8
- Lens Mount: Canon RF
- Format Compatibility: Full-Frame
Versatile Prime Lens
Wide-Angle Macro Lens
The Canon RF 24mm f/1.8 Macro IS STM Lens' macro designation offers a 1:2 half-life-size maximum magnification and a minimum focusing distance of 5.5". It also has a wide-angle prime suitable for a variety of subjects, including landscapes, nature, and streets, and the close-focusing ability helps to home in on nearby subjects in between photographing broad spaces.
Optical Image Stabilizer
Shoot with confidence even when light levels drop. The RF 24mm f/1.8 MACRO IS STM has 5 stops of In-lens Image Stabilization and up to 6.5 stops of co-ordinated control with an EOS R series camera with In-Body Image Stabilization (IBIS), which helps reduce the effects of camera shake. Have sharp and clear images when shooting handheld.
Customizable Control Ring
Adjusting settings is made faster and easier with this lens as it includes a configurable Control Ring feature which can be used to adjust a variety of exposure settings, including aperture, ISO, and exposure compensation.
Key Features
- Ultra-wide 24mm focal length with macro capabilities.
- Bright f/1.8 maximum aperture for low-light performance and depth of field control.
- 1:2 half-life-size maximum magnification.
- Minimum focusing distance of just 5.5 inches.
- 5 stops of in-lens Optical Image Stabilisation (up to 6.5 stops with coordinated IBIS).
- Customisable Control Ring for quick adjustments to aperture, ISO, or exposure compensation.
Specifications
- Focal Length: 24mm
- Maximum Aperture: f/1.8
- Lens Mount: Canon RF
- Format Compatibility: Full-Frame
- Macro Magnification: 1:2 (Half-life-size)
- Minimum Focus Distance: 5.5 inches
- Image Stabilisation: 5 stops (In-lens), up to 6.5 stops (Coordinated with IBIS)
- Focus Motor: STM (Stepping Motor)
- Control Ring: Customisable
Applications & Use Cases
* Landscape & Nature Photography: The 24mm ultra-wide angle captures expansive vistas, while the macro feature lets you highlight foreground details like flora against a sweeping background.
* Street Photography & Vlogging: Lightweight and wide, it’s perfect for environmental portraits and handheld video, with the STM motor ensuring smooth, quiet focus.
* Low-Light Shooting: The fast f/1.8 aperture combined with up to 6.5 stops of image stabilisation allows you to shoot sharp, handheld images even when the sun goes down.
FAQs
1. What is the minimum focusing distance of this lens?
The Canon RF 24mm f/1.8 Macro IS STM Lens has a minimum focusing distance of 5.5 inches, allowing you to get incredibly close to your subject.
2. Does this lens have image stabilisation?
Yes, it features 5 stops of in-lens Optical Image Stabilisation. When paired with an EOS R series camera featuring In-Body Image Stabilisation (IBIS), it achieves up to 6.5 stops of coordinated control.
3. Is this lens suitable for full-frame cameras?
Absolutely. It is designed specifically for Canon's full-frame RF mount mirrorless cameras, though it can also be used on APS-C RF mount bodies with a crop factor.
4. What does the Control Ring do?
The customisable Control Ring allows you to quickly adjust essential exposure settings directly from the lens, including aperture, ISO, and exposure compensation.
5. Is it a true macro lens?
It is a wide-angle macro lens offering a 1:2 (half-life-size) maximum magnification, which is excellent for close-up photography with a wider environmental context.
| Best Seller | No |
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| Sale | No |
| Angle of View | 84° |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Dimensions | 74.4 x 63.1 mm |
| Focal Length | 24mm |
| Format Compatibility | Full-Frame |
| Groups/Elements | 11 Elements in 9 Groups |
| Maximum Reproduction Ratio | 1:2 |
| Product Weight | 1.000000 |
| Brands | Canon |
| Wi-Fi Enabled | Yes |
| GTIN/UPC Code | 4549292207309 |
| Cashback Enable | No |
| Speciality | Image stabilisation |
| Genre/Use | General |
| Lens Type / Category | Macro Lenses |
| Focal Length | 24mm |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 14 cm |
| Lens Hood | Removable |
| Max. Reproduction Ratio | 1:2 |
| Filter Thread | 52 mm (Front) |
| Magnification | 0.5x |
| Product Weight | 270 g |
| Lens Series | Canon RF |
| Filter Diameter | 52 mm |