“With the increasing demand for our EOS R system, we are dedicated to broadening our cost-effective APS-C EOS R offerings. The introduction of the RF-S10-18mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM enables APS-C EOS R photographers to span a comprehensive focal length, from ultra-wide to telephoto. This versatile lens is not only affordable but is also perfect for diverse settings, from indoor photography to landscapes and even vlogging. We anticipate it becoming a popular choice for many enthusiasts.” Said Edwin Teoh, Head of Marketing, Singapore Operations, Canon Singapore.

A Pint-sized Lens for Travel and Handheld Vlogging 

The RF-S10-18mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM lens is just 44.9mm long when retracted and weighs only around 150g, this lens is around 40% shorter and lighter than its EF mount counterpart, the EF-S10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 IS STM (approx.72mm, 240g), and trumps even the nifty EF-M11-22mm f/4.5-5.6 IS STM (approx.58.2mm, 220g) in portability. Its size makes it easy to stabilise during handheld vlogging, with its ultra-wide angle of view capturing both the vlogger and surrounding scenery in the same frame, rendering a selfie stick unnecessary. 

Its featherweight and tiny size also makes it a convenient addition to a travel camera kit. While you may barely feel its weight on hikes and long walks, it will certainly come in handy for capturing the stunning view that awaits!

Sharp, Steady Images Even in The Dark

The RF-S10-18mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM delivers sharper, steadier images even in low light condition. With built-in Optical Image Stabilizer (Optical IS), camera shake can be reduced by up to 4 shutter speed stops’ equivalent (1), so images are less likely to be blurry even when the shutter speed slows. When combined with a camera with In-Body IS such as the EOS R7, Coordinated Control IS enhances the effect to up to 6 stops’ equivalent (2).

For video shooting, Optical IS coordinates with in-camera Movie Digital IS (3) to achieve steady, natural footage for shooting while walking, so you can film your travelog with minimal equipment. Three-way Coordinated Control IS with In-Body IS-equipped cameras further enhances the effect.

Unique Wide-angle Close-ups

Taking close-ups of small objects with background details is possible with the lens’ 0.14m closest focusing distance throughout the entire focal range, which achieves a maximum magnification of up to 0.23x when autofocus is enabled. One can turn off the AF at the 10mm mark to shoot even closer (closest focusing distance: 0.086m) and achieve half-macro (0.5x max. magnification) shots with the unique Centre Focus Macro effect.

Crisp Image Details Up to The Edges

Despite its lightweight body, the RF-S10-18mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM delivers image quality that surpasses its bigger EF-S counterpart. The RF mount’s short back focus enables a lens configuration that optimises image quality while minimising the number of elements, keeping ghosting, chromatic aberration, and colour blurring well under control. Ornate details are rendered in crisp quality all the way to the edges. 

Optimised Focusing

Autofocus is driven by a leadscrew-type STM (stepping motor), which enables smooth, seamless focus transitions during video recording. The lens also supports Focus Breathing Correction, which digitally corrects the distracting changes in angle of view caused by focus movement when recording video.

Pricing and Availability

The Canon RF-S10-18mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM will be launched at the recommended retail price of $529. The availability for this lens will be advised at a later date.

Notes:

1. Focal length 18mm, when using EOS R10, Yaw/Pitch axes.
2. Focal length 18mm, when using EOS R7, Yaw/Pitch axes.
3. On compatible cameras. When using Movie Digital IS, the shooting range becomes narrower.

Technical Specifications

* Information and pictures courtesy of Canon Singapore and Gloo *

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“The RF24-105mm f/2.8 L IS USM Z is crafted to meet the dynamic needs of today’s creators, seamlessly merging high-quality still photography with video capabilities in one lens body. Covering a versatile 24-105mm range, it promises sharp performance across varied perspectives, even under challenging light, thanks to its constant f2.8 aperture. The addition of the Power Zoom Adapter PZ-E2 accessory further elevates the video creation process, enhancing the RF24-105mm f/2.8 L IS USM Z’s zoom functionalities, making it a formidable tool especially for solo video creators.” Said Edwin Teoh, Head of Marketing, Singapore Operations, Canon Singapore.

Zoom Closer, Shoot Wider

The RF24-105mm f/2.8 L IS USM Z provides a constant maximum aperture of f/2.8 over its entire 24-105mm focal range, with stunning image quality to support high-resolution photography and 8K or 6K video throughout. Users can enjoy greater flexibility in both composition and exposure settings across a wide variety of subjects, especially when shooting in low light conditions or creating bokeh. 

As the first-ever RF lens to feature an iris ring usually found on cinema lenses, it enables silent, intuitive aperture control with smooth torque, ideal for adjusting exposure and bokeh effects during video recording. 

Beautiful circular bokeh can be achieved even with a narrower aperture setting via the lens’ 11 circular diaphragm blades—more than that on any other existing RF lens.

Steady, Consistent Focusing even During Zooming Sequences

Compared to existing RF professional standard zoom lenses, the RF24-105mm f/2.8 L IS USM Z offers better control over the focus fluctuations that tend to occur during zooming. This is due to optimised optical, mechanical, and electrical control including the adoption of two individually driven Nano USMs. Users can enjoy steadier, more consistent focusing when operating the zoom during video or high-speed burst shooting.

The lens also supports focus breathing correction during video shooting on a compatible camera. Users can expect seamless footage even when pulling focus from the closest focusing distance of 0.45m to a position located further away.

Powerful Image Stabilisation with Telephoto Lens-like Controls

The built-in Optical IS alone corrects camera shake by up to 5.5 stops’ equivalent; when combined with Coordinated Control IS on a camera body with In-Body IS, performance increases to up to 8 stops’ equivalent. Sharp, stable images can be captured even at a slower shutter speed, enabling both handheld still and video shooting in low light conditions. 

The RF24-105mm f/2.8 L IS USM Z is also the first standard zoom lens to feature the 3-mode IS mode switch usually found on telephoto lenses, so users can easily change IS modes to suit the situation.

Designed for Smooth Operation 

The RF24-105mm f/2.8 L IS USM Z features a fixed-length lens barrel design, ideal for video shoots that use a gimbal or rig as the centre of gravity remains consistent even during zooming.

In addition to the iris ring and IS mode switches, a new, customisable lens function button provides users with a programmable shortcut to their most-used functions, allowing faster response to changing shooting conditions.

The lens is bundled with a new tripod mount that can be easily attached and detached without special tools. A lens holder, LH-E1 (sold separately) that holds the lens on a rig system is also available.

The Durability of an L-lens

As a professional L-series lens, the RF24-105mm f/2.8 L IS USM Z inherits the reliable build of other lenses in the series, including dust and dirt-resistant fluorine coating on the front lens surface, as well as dust- and drip-resistant weather sealing to withstand unpredictable weather conditions.

Sophisticated Single-Operator Control

The Power Zoom Adapter PZ-E2 enables single-operator smooth, precise zoom control during videography. By simply pressing a button, even budding videographers can easily achieve seamless zooming unassisted. Fine control over the zoom speed is available through a dial, so users have greater flexibility to set a speed that suits their creative direction, be it high-speed zoom action, slow, gradual zooming, or in between. Zoom speed can be increased by using an external power supply through the USB Type C port, instead of drawing power from the camera.

A detachable thumb rest and ergonomically placed buttons allow for comfortable handheld operation. Designed to be compact, lightweight, and easy to transport, the Power Zoom Adapter PZ-E2 can be easily attached and removed without special tools even when the lens is combined with a rig, gimbal, or tripod. 

Pricing and Availability

The RF24-105mm f/2.8 L IS USM Z and Power Zoom Adapter PZ-E2 will be launched at the recommended retail price of $4,739 and $1,589. Availability will be advised at a later date.

Technical Specifications 

* Information and pictures courtesy of Canon Singapore and Gloo *

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“As the lightest, thinnest, and smallest prime lens in the EOS R ecosystem, the RF28mm f/2.8 STM is unobtrusive, seamlessly pairing with the camera body to unlock a world of creative possibilities. Despite its slim and compact profile, the RF28mm f/2.8 STM delivers exceptional performance and features that will appeal to a large segment of photographers.” said Edwin Teoh, Head of Marketing, Singapore Operations, Canon Singapore.

Slim Pocketable Body, Outstanding Mobility 

The Canon RF28mm f/2.8 STM is less than 2.5cm long when retracted, weighing no more than a bar of soap at around 120g. This lens is thin, just like the word “pancake” suggest, it also barely adds to the size and weight of your camera – you could even use it in place of a lens cap!

Enjoy the lightest, flattest, and most portable combination possible with your full-frame or APS-C camera, whether you are travelling light, exploring the streets, shooting long videos or vlogs handheld.

Excellent Image Quality

The RF28mm f/2.8 STM lens is designed with an efficient optical layout comprising three 3 large-diameter plastic-moulded aspherical lens, offering excellent sharpness and clarity from the image centre to the edges, all within a compact package.

The image quality is a notch above that of the EF40mm f/2.8 STM and RF50mm f/1.8 STM, which are known for their superior performance.  

Versatile Focal Length on Both Full-frame and APS-C

With its wide f/2.8 aperture, the RF28mm f/2.8 STM offers beautiful bokeh along with the speed necessary for freezing fast motion and achieving sharper handheld shots in low-light situations. The versatile 28mm focal length is just enough to easily frame a wide range of scenes on both APS-C and full-frame cameras. 

On full-frame cameras such as the EOS R8 and EOS R6 Mark II, it provides a wide angle-of-view that can capture landscapes and cityscapes with the right amount of perspective, or portraits that show ample background context without the subject appearing too small in the frame.

On APS-C cameras such as the EOS R50 and the EOS R7, it offers a standard angle-of-view equivalent to 45mm on a full-frame camera, providing a natural perspective that is easy to compose with. Half-body portraits are possible from a comfortable distance away—close enough to communicate without getting in your subject’s face! Pair it with the new EOS R100 to get the smallest combination possible.

With its high mobility, image quality, and easy-to-use focal length, one might be inspired to move around and get creative. New angles and perspectives are just a tilt and a step away.

OC-E4A: Take Your Accessories Off-camera

In addition, the Off-Camera Shoe Cord OC-E4A has been introduced – a multi-function hotshoe extension that succeeds the Off-Camera Shoe Cord OC-E3. The new cord allows hotshoe accessories such as flashes and microphones to be placed off-camera while maintaining the most stable communication possible, paving the way for greater creative expression. Both the camera connector and accessory connector feature dust- and water-resistant capability, akin to that of the EOS-1D series professional camera.

Pricing and Availability

The RF28mm f/2.8 STM will be available at Canon authorised dealers at the recommended retail price of $459 from 4th July 2023.

Technical Specifications

* Information and pictures courtesy of Canon Singapore and Gloo *

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