The Canon RF 16mm f/2.8 STM combines an ultra-wide field of view with a compact and portable design, making it an ideal everyday wide-angle prime lens. Its lightweight structure and bright maximum aperture enhance its utility for capturing interiors, architectural subjects, expansive landscapes, and astrophotography.
The optical design incorporates one aspherical element, which minimizes distortion and ensures a high level of sharpness for precise image rendering. Additionally, this lens features a close minimum focusing distance of 5.1 inches, allowing for effective close-up photography. The STM autofocus motor provides smooth and quiet focusing, making it suitable for both photography and videography. Its lightweight build and extensive field of view further position this lens as an attractive choice for vlogging and content creation.
- Sleek ultra-wide-angle prime is designed for use with full-frame Canon RF-mount mirrorless digital cameras.
- Bright f/2.8 maximum aperture suits working available lighting conditions, helps control depth of field, and contributes to a sleek form factor.
- One aspherical element helps control distortion and promotes a high degree of sharpness.
- Super Spectra Coating has been applied to minimize flare and ghosting for improved contrast and color fidelity when working in strong lighting conditions.
- STM stepping motor offers fast, quiet, smooth, and accurate autofocus performance that is ideal for video recording as well as still shooting.
- Minimum focusing distance of 5.1", along with a maximum magnification of 0.26x, makes this a unique option for close-up shooting while retaining great depth of field.
- Configurable Control Ring can be used to adjust a variety of exposure settings, including aperture, ISO, and exposure compensation.
- Rounded seven-blade diaphragm contributes to a pleasing bokeh quality.
