Canon EF 14mm F2.8L II USM vs Canon EF 24mm F1.4L II USM
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Canon EF 24mm F1.4L II USM is faster by 2 stops (f/1.4 vs f/2.8), letting in more light.
- Canon EF 14mm F2.8L II USM goes wider (14mm vs 24mm).
- Canon EF 24mm F1.4L II USM reaches further (24mm vs 14mm).
- Canon EF 24mm F1.4L II USM is the newer design (2008 vs 2007).
| Spec | EF 14mm F2.8L II USM | EF 24mm F1.4L II USM |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Canon | Canon |
| Mount | Canon EF | Canon EF |
| Type | Prime | Prime |
| Focal length | 14mm (wider) | 24mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/1.4 (faster) |
| Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Blades | 6 | 8 |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Groups | 11 | 10 |
| Af motor | USM | USM |
| Elements | 14 | 13 |
| Weight g | 645.0 | 650.0 |
| Length mm | 94.0 | 86.9 |
| Diameter mm | 80.0 | 83.5 |
| Min focus m | 0.15 (closer focusing) | 0.25 |
| Max magnification | 0.1 | 0.17 |
| Filter mm | n/a | 77 |
Canon EF 14mm F2.8L II USM
A fast ultra-wide rectilinear prime for full frame with a bulbous front element and a weather-sealed L build.
Pros
- f/2.8 maximum aperture
- Rectilinear, not a fisheye
- Weather-sealed
- Good corner sharpness for its class
Cons
- No front filter thread
- Heavy and bulbous
- Coma in corners at f/2.8
Canon EF 24mm F1.4L II USM
The EF 24mm F1.4L II USM is a fast wide-angle prime for full-frame Canon bodies with weather sealing and improved optics over the original. Used for astro, interiors and environmental portraits.
Pros
- f/1.4 aperture
- Weather-sealed
- Gathers plenty of light for night skies
- Compact for an f/1.4 24mm
Cons
- Coma at the edges for astro use
- No stabilization
- Large front element