Canon Australia has announced the August available of two new affordable wide-angle RF lenses, the RF 24mm f1.8 Macro IS STM and RF 15-30mm f4.5-6.3 IS STM lens. Both lenses will cost around $1K, with the 24mm f1.6 RRP listed as $1049 and the RF 15-30mm f4.5-6.3 RRP of $969.
Canon has described the 24mm prime lens as ‘perfect for travel and landscape photographers’, which excels in low-light scenarios and can deliver soft bokeh. The RF 15-30mm, with its 5.5-stops Optical Image Stabiliser, allows for hand-held shooting with longer shutter speeds, including video, and is lauded for being lightweight at 390 grams.
Canon’s product release schedule has been firing lately, with these two lenses joining a couple of new APS-C R system camera bodies announced in May. Without further ado, here’s the press release.
See the bigger picture with Canon’s new compact, wide-angle lenses
Canon’s portable and versatile new RF 24mm f/1.8 MACRO IS STM and RF 15-30mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM capture extraordinary detail, whether shooting macro photography or expansive environments
Sydney, AUSTRALIA – 12 July 2022: Canon Australia today announces the launch of two new affordable full frame RF lenses, the RF 24mm f/1.8 MACRO IS STM and RF 15-30mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM. The RF 24mm f/1.8 MACRO IS STM is a lightweight, bright f/1.8 prime lens featuring a 24mm focal length, and the RF 15-30mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM is an ultra-wide angle zoom lens covering a range of focal lengths from 15-30mm. Continuing the expansion of the RF series of lenses, the RF 24mm f/1.8 MACRO IS STM and RF 15-30mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM feature the same advanced optical technology for sharp, high-quality imagery in compact designs which are ideal for shooting on-the-go. Versatile lenses, the RF 24mm f/1.8 MACRO IS STM and RF 15-30mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM are suited to a variety of genres of photography and vlogging, enabling users to unleash their creativity and instinctively capture each shot.
Introducing the RF 24mm f/1.8 MACRO IS STM; Sharp, light, wide
The RF 24mm f/1.8 MACRO IS STM is a compact and versatile wide-angle 24mm prime lens, made possible by the intelligent design of Canon’s RF mount. A fast, bright, image stabilised lens, the RF 24mm f/1.8 MACRO IS STM excels in low light scenarios with a f/1.8 maximum aperture and circular, 9-blade design. This also creates a beautifully soft background, that makes the subject stand out sharply in the image. When used with an EOS R series APS-C sensor camera[1], this lens also gives an effective focal length of approximately 35mm.
Weighing just 270g and featuring a gear type STM motor which enables fast and quiet focusing in a small form factor, the RF 24mm f/1.8 MACRO IS STM is perfect for travel and landscape photographers wanting to shoot on-the-go. With a minimum focusing distance of 14cm (0.5x magnification), this lens offers huge creative potential, enabling photographers and vloggers to focus extremely close to their subject, while still being able to capture the wider environment around it.
The RF 24mm f/1.8 MACRO IS STM offers superb optical performance and enhanced operation. Equipped with a customisable Lens Control Ring, photographers can easily fine tune ISO, aperture and switch between AF methods. With a dedicated focus ring, this model also gives greater control during manual focusing. The lens information is displayed to offer even greater focusing assistance with the RF 24mm f/1.8 MACRO IS STM. With 11 elements in 9 groups, the RF 24mm f/1.8 MACRO IS STM employs super spectra coating to prevent ghosting and flare, for high-quality images every time. Offering super smooth and steady stills and videos, the RF 24mm f/1.8 MACRO IS STM employs a 5-stop Optical Image Stabilizer which increases to 6.5-stops of Coordinated Control IS when used alongside an EOS R series body featuring In Body Image Stabilizer[2].
Expand your view with the ultra-wide RF 15-30mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM
Providing the flexibility of a range of popular focal lengths, the RF 15-30mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM boasts an incredible 15 – 30mm focal range which is perfect for capturing travel, landscapes or vlogs. This ultra-wide-angle lens means photographers and vloggers can get more into each shot, to capture the full context and scale of subjects such as buildings and stunning natural landscapes. The RF 15-30mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM has a 5.5-stop Optical Image Stabilizer which allows longer shutter speeds for hand-held shooting and slick video2. When used with an EOS R System body featuring In Body Image Stabilizer, users can obtain up to an incredible 7 stops for steady, solid stills and video2. Perfect for shooting on-the-go, the RF 15-30mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM weighs just 390g and offers a compact, robust design. Featuring a leadscrew-type STM focusing motor, the RF 15-30mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM can quickly focus on fast moving subjects. This exceptionally quiet STM motor is also well suited for capturing video, giving vloggers and content creators the tools to film like a pro.
A versatile lens, the RF 15-30mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM also has fantastic macro capabilities. Photographers can experiment with the manual focus to discover the world up close and in incredible detail, thanks to the 0.52x magnification of this lens[3]. The new optical design of the RF 15-30mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM features aspherical and precision molded elements and lens coatings, to capture every detail. A combined Focus and Lens Control Ring allows users to manipulate settings without ever taking their eye off the scene or subject.
Advanced technology for more creative freedom
Building on the RF series’ sophisticated design, the RF 24mm f/1.8 MACRO IS STM and RF 15-30mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM feature advanced lens technology in a lightweight and easily portable size, to capture exceptionally sharp images. With its wide-angle and fast aperture that lets photographers shoot high quality stills and video, even in low light, the RF 24mm f/1.8 MACRO IS STM is the perfect choice for those wanting to explore the world around them through the quality of a fixed focal length lens. For those wanting more creative freedom, the ultra-wide zoom range and close focusing capabilities of the RF 15-30mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM means that users can turn their lens to a variety of subjects from vast landscapes to tiny details.
Compatible with the EOS R, EOS RP and EOS R6, these lenses will also be a great addition to Canon’s new APS-C models, the EOS R7 and EOS R10, thanks to the wide-angle focal lengths.
Pricing and Availability
Pricing will be set at dealer discretion, with an RRP of $1,049.00 for the RF 24mm f/1.8 MACRO IS STMand RRP of $969.00 for the RF 15-30mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM. Available in Australia in August, the lenses will be supported by Canon Australia’s 5-year warranty when purchased from an authorised Canon Australia reseller[4]. For more information, visit the Canon website here: RF 24mm f/1.8 MACRO IS STM and RF 15-30mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM
RF 24mm f/1.8 MACRO IS STM Key Features:
· Compact 24mm prime lens
· Large f/1.8 aperture with 9 blades
· 5-stop Optical Image Stabilizer (CIPA standards)
· 6.5-stop Combined Image Stabilizer with selected EOS R Bodies (CIPA standards)
· Compact and lightweight at just 270g
· Gear type STM motor
· 14cm minimum focusing distance with 0.5x magnification
RF 15-30mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM Key Features:
· Ultra-wide-angle zoom lens offering 15-30mm focal range
· 5.5-stop Optical Image Stabilizer (CIPA standards)
· 7-stop Combined Image Stabilizer with selected EOS R Bodies (CIPA standards)
· Lightweight lens at 390g
· Leadscrew type STM motor
· Maximum magnification of 0.52x[5]
[1] As at 12th July 2022, compatible APS-C sensor cameras are EOS R7 and EOS R10.
[2] Image stabilisation performance is measured using CIPA standards. As of 12th July 2022, EOS R bodies featuring In Body Image Stabilizer include EOS R3, EOS R5, EOS R6 and EOS R7.
[3] At a 15mm focal length in MF mode.
[4] Applies to purchases made on or after 25th November 2019 in Australia from authorised distributors, dealers or retailers.
[5] At a 15mm focal length in MF mode.
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