Canon RF 14-35mm F4 L IS USM Full-Frame Lens (2021)

MSRP 1699 USD71% Neofiliac75% External
Keywords: canoneosfull-framehigh-endinternal-zoomlensmirrorlessrf-mountwide-angle

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Product Overview

Canon RF14-35mm F4 L IS USM is a premium wide-angle zoom lens for the EOS R full-frame mirrorless system. Compared to more traditional alternatives in this class, the RF14-35mm F4 L offers a wider reach down to 14mm, which dramatically broadens the field of view.
At the same time, the RF14-35mm F4 L IS USM is rather compact. It weighs just over half a kilo (1.2lbs), making it not only easy to carry around all day but also a good candidate for videography.
There is also the possibility to take 77mm screw-in filters, which is noteworthy for a full-frame lens that covers 14mm.
Another feature that some photographers will appreciate is the lens' ability to focus as close as 20cm. This affords the photographer a new perspective that can result in dramatic shots.
Last but not least, the RF14-35mm F4 L IS USM is optically stabilized with up to 5.5 stops of correction. Up to 7 stops can be achieved when combined with EOS R cameras that feature IBIS.
For those who wish for an extra stop of light, Canon markets the RF15-35mm F2.8 L IS USM.

Ratings

What we found**

Neofiliac score 71% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
  • Superb image quality
  • Low distortion
  • Optically stabilized
  • Weather-sealed
  • Accepts front filters
  • Wider focal range than the competition / DSLRs
Cons
  • Dark maximum aperture

What external reviewers found***

External score 75% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
  • Excellent image quality at all focal lengths
  • Compact, light and compact design
  • Low price tag
  • Compact build quality
  • Up to seven stops when paired with a body featuring IBIS
  • Optical image stabilisation
Cons
  • Bulky and heavy design
  • F/2.8 aperture has stronger peripheral shading at 35mm f/4
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Specifications

Construction

Aperture Blades
9 blades
Colors
Black
Form Factor
Wide-Angle Zoom Lens
Image Size
Full-Frame
Lens Mount
Canon RF-mount
Material
Magnesium alloy
Motor
Nano ultrasonic
Optical Formula | Elements
16 elements
Optical Formula | Groups
12 groups
Optical Formula | Special Glass
3 UD + 3 aspherical elements, Super Spectra + Sub-wavelength Structure + Air Sphere coatings groups

Dimensions

Filter Diameter
77 mm / 3.03 in
Size | Diameter
84 mm / 3.31 in
Size | Length
100 mm / 3.94 in
Weight
540 g / 19.08 oz

Function

Angle Of View
114.2° Diagonal | 104.3° Horizontal | 81.2° Vertical (wide) ~ 63.5° Diagonal | 54.4° Horizontal | 37.8° Vertical (tele)
Aperture
f/4 ~ f/22
Autofocus
Yes
Focal Length
14 mm ~ 35 mm
Focus Type
Internal
Image Stabilization
Yes (5.5 stops)
Weather Resistance
Yes

Performance

Max Magnification
0.38x
Min Focus Distance
200 mm / 7.87 in

Production

Accessory
Lens hood included
Debut
2021-06-29

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External Reviews

cameralabs[1]

Reviewer score 72%
Reviewers from cameralabs have found the following***:
The Canon RF 14-35mm f4L IS USM is a compact, ultra wide zoom for the EOS R mirrorless system and corrected for full-frame bodies. Announced in June 2021, it’s the widest lens in the RF system to date, and extends the range available in smaller, lighter and more affordable f4 models. The lens also includes optical image stabilisation, quoting 5.5 stops of compensation, or up to seven stops when paired with a body featuring IBIS.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • Compact, light and compact design
  • Optical image stabilisation
  • Up to seven stops when paired with a body featuring IBIS
Cons
  • Bulky and heavy design

digitalpicture[2]

Reviewer score 78%
Reviewers from digitalpicture have found the following***:
The Canon RF 14-35mm F4 L IS USM Lens is compatible with all Canon EOS R-series cameras. The f/4 lens focuses considerably closer, taking a 0.38x to 0.21x maximum magnification advantage. The EF lens's considerably lower price tag keeps it in the consideration game.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • Excellent image quality at all focal lengths
  • Compact build quality
  • Low price tag
Cons
  • F/2.8 aperture has stronger peripheral shading at 35mm f/4

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References

  1. ^ Canon RF 14-35mm f4L IS USM review. [cameralabs]. https://www.cameralabs.com/canon-rf-14-35mm-f4l-is-usm-review/. Retrieved 2022-01-26.
  2. ^ Canon RF 14-35mm F4 L IS USM Lens Review. [digitalpicture]. https://www.the-digital-picture.com/Reviews/Canon-RF-14-35mm-F4-L-IS-USM-Lens.aspx. Retrieved 2022-01-26.

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