Canon has launched the RF 50mm f/1.4 L VCM, a new addition to its RF L-series, designed to meet the demands of both photographers and videographers who require versatile and high-quality optics. With its bright f/1.4 maximum aperture, the lens is built for low-light performance and enhanced control over depth of field, making it ideal for hybrid creators looking for a professional-grade 50mm prime.
The RF 50mm f/1.4 L VCM is equipped with Canon’s latest dual-focus motor system, which combines a Nano USM with a Voice Coil Motor (VCM). This setup allows for quick, silent, and precise autofocus that suits both stills and video. For video applications, Canon has also included an iris ring, offering smooth aperture adjustments during filming, along with customizable control rings for added versatility. Designed to be both lightweight and compact, the lens is built to perform across various settings, from handheld to gimbal-mounted shooting.
Key Specifications for the Canon RF50mm f/1.4 L VCM
- Focal Length: 50mm
- Maximum Aperture: f/1.4
- Minimum Aperture: f/16
- Minimum Focusing Distance: 0.4 m (15.7 in)
- Maximum Magnification: 0.15x
- Angle of View (Diagonal): Approx. 46°
- Lens Construction: 14 elements in 11 groups
- Special Elements: One UD lens, two aspherical lenses
- Lens Coating: Canon ASC (Air Sphere Coating), SSC (Super Spectra Coating), and fluorine coating
- Filter Size: 67 mm
- Aperture Blades: 11
- Focusing Drive System: Dual system with Nano USM and VCM
- Dual Pixel CMOS AF Coverage:
- EOS R: Approx. 88% x 100%
- EOS R5/R6: Approx. 100% x 100% (with face and tracking priority)
- EOS R7/R10/R50: Approx. 100% x 100% (with face and tracking priority)
- Control Ring: Dual-function as manual focus ring or customizable control ring
- Iris Ring: Provided, for smooth aperture control
- Dust/Weather Resistance: Yes
- Dimensions: Approx. 3.0 in diameter x 3.9 in length (76.5 mm x 99.3 mm)
- Weight: Approx. 20.5 oz (580 g)
Availability and Pricing
The Canon RF50mm f/1.4 L VCM lens is expected to be available in December 2024, with an estimated retail price of $1,399.
