Canon RF 24mm F1.4 L VCM vs Canon RF 135mm F1.8 L IS USM
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Canon RF 24mm F1.4 L VCM is faster by 0.7 stops (f/1.4 vs f/1.8), letting in more light.
- Canon RF 24mm F1.4 L VCM is lighter by 410g.
- Canon RF 24mm F1.4 L VCM goes wider (24mm vs 135mm).
- Canon RF 135mm F1.8 L IS USM reaches further (135mm vs 24mm).
- Canon RF 24mm F1.4 L VCM is the newer design (2024 vs 2023).
| Spec | RF 24mm F1.4 L VCM | RF 135mm F1.8 L IS USM |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Canon | Canon |
| Mount | Canon RF | Canon RF |
| Type | Prime | Prime |
| Focal length | 24mm (wider) | 135mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.4 (faster) | f/1.8 |
| Released | 2024 | 2023 |
| Blades | 11 | 9 |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Groups | 11 | 12 |
| Af motor | VCM | USM |
| Elements | 15 | 17 |
| Weight g | 525.0 (lighter) | 935.0 |
| Filter mm | 67 | 82 |
| Length mm | 99.3 | 130.3 |
| Diameter mm | 76.5 | 89.2 |
| Min focus m | 0.24 (closer focusing) | 0.7 |
| Max magnification | 0.17 | 0.26 |
| Stabilized | n/a | Yes |
Canon RF 24mm F1.4 L VCM
A fast wide-angle prime for Canon RF full-frame cameras with a voice coil motor, aimed at astro, interiors and environmental portraits.
Pros
- f/1.4 aperture
- VCM focusing
- L-series build
- Compact for an f/1.4 24mm (525 g)
Cons
- No lens-based stabilization
- Corrections are applied in-camera
Canon RF 135mm F1.8 L IS USM
The RF 135mm F1.8 L IS USM is a telephoto prime for Canon RF full-frame cameras with image stabilization, suited to portrait and event work.
Pros
- f/1.8 aperture
- Image stabilization
- Sharp
- Weather-sealed
Cons
- Heavy (935 g)
- Large for a prime
- Specialist length