Canon has announced another new wide-angle zoom lens designed for its RF-mount mirrorless camera system. The RF 16-28mm f/2.8 IS STM lens offers photographers and videographers a versatile, wide-angle lens with several notable features.
Like the RF 28–70mm f/2.8, this lens is a slightly more affordable option than the L USM lenses, and is aimed at both photo and video content creators who need outstanding image quality, portability, and versatility.
Specifications and Performance
The RF16-28mm F2.8 IS STM is an ultra-wide-angle zoom lens with a constant f/2.8 aperture, enabling creators to capture high-resolution images and video with consistent brightness across the zoom range. The lens is engineered to deliver sharp details and accurate colors, whether used for cinematic video projects or photography. Its lightweight, compact design enhances portability, making it suitable for use in a variety of environments—from urban settings to remote landscapes.
For videographers, the lens includes focus breathing correction, ensuring smooth transitions during focus shifts. This feature enhances the professional quality of video footage by reducing visual distractions when refocusing. The RF16-28mm F2.8 IS STM also incorporates advanced stabilization technologies. Peripheral IS minimizes distortion at the edges of wide-angle still images, while coordinated control with Movie Digital IS ensures steady and smooth video footage, even during handheld shooting or movement.
Key Features of the RF16-28mm f/2.8 IS STM
- Constant f/2.8 maximum aperture
- Ultra-wide-angle zoom coverage
- Advanced image stabilization systems
- Focus breathing correction
- Compact and durable design
- Fast autofocus performance
- Smooth aperture control
- Peripheral Image Stabilization (IS) to minimize distortion at image edges
- Movie Digital IS for enhanced video stabilization for handheld or highspeed shots, even when walking
- Capability to maintain image quality in various shooting conditions
Specs
| Focal Length | 16-28mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2,8 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 |
| Lens Mount | Canon RF |
| Format Compatibility | Full-Frame |
| Angle of View | Approx. 108o 10″ – 75o |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 0.25 m/0.82 ft. (at 16mm), 0.2 m/0.66 ft. (at 28mm) |
| Optical Design | 16 elements in 13 groups |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 |
| Focus Type | Autofocus |
| Image Stabilization | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No |
| Filter Size | 67 mm (Front) |
| Dimensions (ø x L) | Approx. ø3.0 in. x 3.6″ (91mm) (Retracted) x 4.4″ (112.8 mm) at 16mm x 4.0″ (102.1 mm) at 28mm |
| Weight | Approx. 1.0 lb. / 445g |
Pricing and Availability
The RF 16-28mm f/2.8 IS STM is available to pre-order now for $1,149.00, and shipping is expected in February 2025.
