Canon RF28mm F2.8 STM Lens, RF Mount, Wide-Angle, for Full-Frame Cameras
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- RF wide angle lens for full-frame cameras – a supremely lightweight and affordable pancacke lens that never gets in the way.
- Everyday 28mm coverage for stills and video with full-frame EOS R series cameras; equivalent to approx. 45mm coverage when used on cameras with APS-C size image sensors.
- Excellent image quality: highlights include three aspheric elements, and Canon Super Spectra Coating (SSC) to minimize ghosting and flare.
- Minimum focus distance of approx. 9 in./0.23m. with a maximum magnification of 0.17x.
- Canon leadscrew type STM (stepping motor) focus drive, especially suited for smooth, quiet video AF operation.
| Product Dimensions | 0.97 x 2.7 x 2.7 inches |
|---|---|
| Item Weight | 2.08 ounces |
| Item model number | 6128C002 |
| Batteries | 1 AA batteries required. |
| Date First Available | May 24, 2023 |
| Manufacturer | Canon USA |
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13 reviews for Canon RF28mm F2.8 STM Lens, RF Mount, Wide-Angle, for Full-Frame Cameras
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Mac –
Super pancake design and wide angle
BJL –
I bought this lens for a recent tropical cruise. In use, it is lightweight and compact. During my use, I had mixed results with the autofocus. Images that I shot of landscapes turned out fine, and others were incredibly soft. I used a polarizing filter on the lens sometimes, and I will have to see if this was the cause of the softness. I had similar results with the Canon 800 f 11 and a UV filter. I shot a sunset when I returned home without the filter, which was tack-sharp. My feeling is that the cause is directly related to the filter.
phongsta –
Nothing to dislike about this lens so far. Auto focus and MF work beautifully, images are incredibly clear and capture enough detail to allow for cropping down to about 30% without loss of quality. See photos attached for reference. Super versatile lens and outstanding quality. Hard to beat for $275
phongsta –
This is actually a great prime lens for the money you get (excellent deal) for it. 28 mm is part of the wide angle look close to the 16mm – 24mm ultrawides so it’s fair balance without the wide angle distortions. And with the dimensions allows for cropping without losing quality (especially if you’re shooting with a full frame camera versus cropped APS-C; where as the crop has a 1.6x that turns this 28mm into 44.8mm focal length; I haven’t tried this on a cropped sensor so disregard if you have a cropped / APS-C sensor). Not bad for low light shooting. albeit at f2.8.
The build quality is pretty much plastic but it’s light. the 7-blade aperture is not really too bad and gives a nice buttery bokeh that’s pretty on par with the EF L version of the 24mm. It’s nice to see Canon aiming this at the prosumer – enthusiast market with this decent cost of $250 for an amazing, color-saturated Canon color science that we’re all used to. The corners get a bit soft but not as bad as the RF 16mm and 24mm, so this 28mm wins out on the corner tests versus the other RF lens in the same camp.
Now for the cons. No IS, so either use a tripod or bring up the ISO and shutter speed.
Other than my quibble about no built in IS (how can you with a pancake architecture?) but overall the photo quality, ease of use, and extreme portability when paired with Canon’s RP or R8 mirrorless wins out and makes the no IS a minor flaw that can be easily forgiven given its versatility in the field. Highly recommended.
Brandon Luckain –
It is a good lens. I wanted to use it for street photography and without image stabilization, it made it too difficult. I also have lenses that cover this focal length
Maybe at later time I’ll reconsider getting it.
BJL –
Pros;
Size – this lens is tiny! Barely adds size or weight to my R8.
IQ – Photos come out sharp, colors clean and great.
Sound – silent focusing, even from MFD to infinity.
Cons;
Sensitive – When camera is on, any pressure on front mount will cause AF motor to freak out and pulsate. Doesn’t feel right. My RF 16MM doesn’t do this.
Tiny front element – makes it hard to clean.
Tony –
If you like 24mm pancake. Then you’ll love the 28mm “pancake”.
CK –
Great value. Images are ok. I use it a lot because it’s always in my pack
FloridaPhoto –
I am a professional event photographer. I have to make images in low light at times and this little guy performs extremely well. Considering it does not have stabilization, I rarely have shake or blurred images. (I shoot fast speeds at higher ISO) It’s small, lightweight and works perfectly. Very little vignetting or distortion. So little it’s hard to tell sometimes depending on how close you re to the subject. Thanks Canon for a great little inexpensive lens.
David A. Brenner –
The lens I received was GREY market lens, so it is not supported by Canon UK.
Apart of that, the lens was making strange noises plus was ticking when on standby. Not recommended.
Mark Suchomel –
great lens for the money, very sharp, ideal focal length for street shots
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Tanya –
Good price, fast shipping. Loving this lens. Highly recommended. Came with no Warranty card. I also got the 16mm and 35mm lenses. The 16mm had the matching warranty card, the 28mm was missing the warranty card. The 35mm had a warranty card for a 50mm vice the 35mm. Grey market – not sure. All work excellent, focus and auto focus and stabilization. Recommended. Docked a star over the suspect warranty card issues.