Canon RF 24mm F1.8 MACRO IS STM 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 F1.8 MACRO IS STM is lighter by 665g.
- Canon RF 24mm F1.8 MACRO IS STM goes wider (24mm vs 135mm).
- Canon RF 135mm F1.8 L IS USM reaches further (135mm vs 24mm).
- Canon RF 135mm F1.8 L IS USM is the newer design (2023 vs 2022).
| Spec | RF 24mm F1.8 MACRO IS STM | RF 135mm F1.8 L IS USM |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Canon | Canon |
| Mount | Canon RF | Canon RF |
| Type | Macro | Prime |
| Focal length | 24mm (wider) | 135mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.8 | f/1.8 |
| Released | 2022 | 2023 |
| Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Groups | 9 | 12 |
| Af motor | STM | USM |
| Elements | 11 | 17 |
| Weight g | 270.0 (lighter) | 935.0 |
| Filter mm | 52 | 82 |
| Length mm | 63.1 | 130.3 |
| Stabilized | Yes | Yes |
| Diameter mm | 74.4 | 89.2 |
| Min focus m | 0.14 (closer focusing) | 0.7 |
| Max magnification | 0.5 | 0.26 |
Canon RF 24mm F1.8 MACRO IS STM
A wide prime for Canon RF full-frame cameras with 0.5x macro, stabilization and a stepping motor.
Pros
- Image stabilization
- 0.5x macro
- Compact (270 g)
- Close focus 0.14 m
Cons
- Only f/1.8
- Relies on distortion corrections
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