Canon has released the RF 24mm f/1.4 L VCM, a new wide angle L-series lens tailored for hybrid content creators who work across both photography and video. The lens offers a 24mm focal length with a bright maximum aperture of f/1.4, making it ideal for low-light shooting, shallow depth-of-field effects, and capturing wide perspectives.
Designed with professional content creators in mind, the Canon RF 24mm f/1.4 L VCM combines Canon’s RF mount advantages with high-quality optics and precise focusing. It is built with dual-focus motors—a Voice Coil Motor (VCM) and Nano USM—that deliver smooth, silent autofocus suitable for both video and still photography. Additional features, like the iris ring for aperture control and customizable control rings, allow for seamless transitions between different shooting styles.
Key Specifications of the Canon RF 24mm f/1.4 L VCM
- Focal Length: 24mm
- Maximum Aperture: f/1.4
- Minimum Aperture: f/16
- Minimum Focusing Distance: 0.24 m (9.4 in)
- Maximum Magnification: 0.17x
- Angle of View (Diagonal): Approx. 84°
- Lens Construction: 15 elements in 11 groups
- Special Elements: Two UD elements and one aspherical element
- Lens Coating: ASC (Air Sphere Coating), SSC (Super Spectra Coating), SWC (Sub Wavelength Coating), and Fluorine Coating
- Filter Size: 67 mm
- Aperture Blades: 11
- Image Stabilization: Not provided
- Focusing Drive System: Canon 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 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. 18.2 oz. / 1.1 lb. / 515 g
Availability and Pricing
The Canon RF 24mm f/1.4 L VCM is set for release in December 2024 with an estimated retail price of $1,499.
