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Following the latest launch of Canon Powershot V1, there are reports of coming releasing new cameras in the coming week. However, they are not only updating the V series lineup but are also expected to expand their lens range as well. Per new reports, Canon is working to expand its lineup with more primes. But which series will they be launched in? Let’s find out.
L VCM Lineup to Have More Additions
According to Canon Rumors, the company is expanding its VCM lineup with Canon RF 20mm f1.4L VCM. It is said to be launched next week, and will join its existing siblings, the RF 24mm f1.4L VCM, RF 35mm f1.4L VCM and RF 50mm f1.4L VCM. This new lens is expected to be of the same size and weight as the other lenses in the series, and is also expected to have a similar design.
In another report, the publication further added that Canon has “has advanced plans for three more VCM L prime lenses to complete the series of hybrid prime lenses.” Although the sources close to the publication did not give a clear idea about the focal length, they stated that it could be RF 28mm f1.4L VCM, with two lenses having focal lengths longer than 50mm and one being a slower aperture than f1.4. Perhaps this means we see 85mm and 135mm, which would help photographers get better bokeh and depth of field. With regard to slower aperture, a 100mm f2 also seems like a possibility,
In our review of the 35mm f1.4L VCM, we found the lens can do several things very easily. It has fast autofocus, weather sealing, great tracking ability, and is quite lightweight. The only thing against it would be the expense, as the lens costs $1500. If the upcoming lenses can find a way around it, that would be great.
Yongnuo to Also Launch an APS-C Lens
In another report by Photo Rumors, Yongnuo is now set to release a new lens for Canon’s RF-S mount: YN 35mm f1.8R DA DSM. Per the reports, it is light, comes with autofocus, and will cost a few hundred dollars. Here are the specs:
- Water and dust-resistant
- 50mm equivalent
- 183g
- AF/MF autofocus switch on the lens
- Metal mount and gold-plated contacts
- Price: 699 yuan (about $91, but with the tariffs, it could be above $150)
- Launch on March 25
We haven’t tested Yongnuo lenses, so we can’t comment on their quality. However, this is likely a far more cost-effective version than Sigma and Tamron’s RF-S lenses. Furthermore, Canon itself is also working on RF-S power zooms, but they are likely to be limited to the company’s compact range.
With Canon opening up its RF-S mount, a lot of things have changed, with more competitors finding ways to offer cheaper solutions. This may mean that Canon will have to find a way to ensure they don’t loose to their competitors. Perhaps they may not entirely focus on the RF-S lineup, as they may do with their full-frame variants. Either way, we have to wait and watch.
