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Canon Announces 15-35mm, 24-70mm RF Lenses
27 August 2019
Canon has expanded its RF lens lineup for the EOS R system with the announcement of it RF15-35mm f2.8 L IS USM and RF24-70mm f2.8 L IS USM lenses, both scheduled to ship in late September. At the same time it will provide a free firmware update for R system cameras.
Two New RF Lenses. The 15-35mm (left) and 24-70mm.
"As the emergence of mirrorless cameras continue accelerating the market and with Canon's deeply rooted heritage in optics, we are excited to expand the lens offerings and acquiesce the needs of EOS R users," said Kazuto Ogawa, president and chief operating officer, Canon U.S.A., Inc. "The technical improvements and features within these new RF lenses are needed to drive the market forward."
RF15-35MM ZOOM
The RF15-35mm zoom is Canon's first f2.8 wide zoom lens with IS for full-frame, providing a CIPA standard of five stops. Other highlights include:
- Improved image quality from the large diameter mount and shorter back focus of the EOS R system
- While the size of the lens is equivalent to the existing EF lens, it incorporates IS, a wider field of view and the control ring indicative of the RF lenses.
- Drip and dust resistant
Specifications
Specifications for the new wide-angle zoom include:
CANON RF15-35MM LENS SPECIFICATIONS Mount Canon RF Focal Length 15mm to 35mm Aperture f2.8 Minimum Focus 11.02 inches Magnification 0.21x Optical Design 16 elements in 12 groups Autofocus Yes Image Stabilization Yes Filter Thread 82mm Dimensions 3.48 x 4.99 inches Weight 1.85 lbs. RF24-70MM ZOOM
The RF24-70mm f2.8 L IS USM lens also features a portable package that includes IS. Other highlights include:
- Equivalent to the size of the EF counterpart but with image stabilization.
- High speed and high precision Nano USM motor for accurate, silent focus operation for stills and movies.
- Focus breathing is suppressed during manual focus, sensitivity setting during manual focus operation, the focus ring is adjustable and customization of the control ring to assign aperture, shutter speed, ISO speed and exposure compensation as desired.
Specifications
Specifications for the new zoom include:
CANON RF24-70MM LENS SPECIFICATIONS Mount Canon RF Focal Length 24mm to 70mm Aperture f2.8
9 rounded diaphragm bladesAngle of View Minimum Focus 8.27 inches Magnification 0.3x Optical Design 21 elements in 15 groups Autofocus Yes Image Stabilization Yes Filter Thread 82mm Dimensions 3.48 x 4.95 inches Weight 1.98 lbs. FIRMWARE UPDATE
The company also promised a free firmware update for the EPS R system in late September to improve eye detection autofocus, autofocus frame display delay and subject identification.
Here's a video demonstration of the new features:
PRICE, AVAILABILITY
Canon said the RF15-35mm f2.8 L IS USM and RF24-70mm f2.8 L IS USM lenses will both ship in late September for $2,299 each. A third f2.8 lens, the RF70-200mm f2.8 L IS USM, is scheduled to be shipping within the second half of 2019.
Adorama is now accepting pre-orders for both the RF15-35mm and RF24-70mm. B&H is also accepting pre-orders for both the RF15-35mm and RF24-70mm.
New Canon RF Mount Lenses Bring Optical Excellence to Pro and Advanced Amateur Photographers
RF15-35mm f2.8 L IS USM and RF24-70mm f2.8 L IS USM Lenses Further Cement the Company's Commitment to the EOS R Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera System
MELVILLE, N.Y. -- The time has come and the wave of momentous advancements in the world of the EOS R full-frame mirrorless camera system continues as Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, has announced the introduction of the RF15-35mm f2.8 L IS USM and RF24-70mm f2.8 L IS USM lenses. With their large, bright f2.8 aperture, a zoom range that covers a wide range of shooting scenes and image stabilization, as well as Nano USM -- these lenses are sure to become workhorse lenses for professional and advanced amateur photographers.
"As the emergence of mirrorless cameras continue accelerating the market and with Canon's deeply rooted heritage in optics, we are excited to expand the lens offerings and acquiesce the needs of EOS R users," said Kazuto Ogawa, president and chief operating officer, Canon U.S.A., Inc. "The technical improvements and features within these new RF lenses are needed to drive the market forward."
RF15-35mm f2.8 L IS USM
As Canon's first f2.8 wide zoom lens equipped with IS for full-frame with a CIPA standard of five stops, the RF15-35mm f2.8 L IS USM lens is furnished with edge-to-edge sharpness throughout the zoom range to capture clear images with high image clarity from the center of the image throughout the entire focal range. Speaking of focal range, the RF15-35mm is an ultra wide range that allows for broader photographic expression with more emphasis on perspective. Other components include:
- High Image quality has been achieved due to the large diameter mount and shorter back focus of the EOS R system.
- Total size of the lens is equivalent to the existing EF lens, but allows for IS, wider field of view and the control ring indicative of the RF lenses.
- Drip and dust resistant and ideal for landscape, architecture, nature, sports and portrait photography needs.
RF24-70mm f2.8 L IS USM
Created for a wide range of shooting scenarios from street scene snapshots to movie shooting, the RF24-70mm f2.8 L IS USM lens remains portable while equipped with IS. Other components include:
- Equivalent to the size of the EF counterpart but with Image Stabilization.
- High speed and high precision Nano USM motor for accurate, silent focus operation for stills and moving shooting.
- Takes moving shooting into account with focus breathing suppression during manual focus operation, sensitivity setting during MF operation, usage of the focus ring is adjustable and customization of the control ring to assign aperture, shutter speed, ISO speed and exposure compensation as desired.
Free Firmware Update
In addition, a new, free downloadable firmware update will be released in late September for the EOS R system. Those interested can download the update for their respective system via the EOS R and EOS RP support pages. The update will improve three main functions:
- Eye detection AF
- AF frame display delay
- Subject identification
The firmware update aims to add detection of the subject's eye when the subject is at a distance, improve overall AF frame tracking for moving subjects, as well as improve initial subject recognition and start tracking when subjects are at a distance.
Pricing and Availability
The Canon RF15-35mm f2.8 L IS USM and RF24-70mm f2.8 L IS USM lenses are both scheduled to be available in late September for an estimated retail price of $2,299* each. To complete the trinity of f2.8 lenses, the RF70-200mm f2.8 L IS USM lens is scheduled to be shipping within the second half of 2019 -- stay tuned! For additional information, visit, usa.canon.com.