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RF 28mm F2.8 STM
- 28mm
- f/2.8
- Prime
- 120 g
- Min focus 0.23 m
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Quick answer
A tiny pancake wide prime for Canon RF full-frame cameras with a stepping motor.
Pros
- Pancake size (120 g)
- STM focusing
- Wide 28mm view
Cons
- f/2.8
- No IS
- Relies on digital correction
Verdict
A small lens that keeps the camera compact.
About this lens
This 28mm f/2.8 wide-angle prime lens from Canon fits Canon RF mount cameras, with stepping-motor autofocus. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.
Canon RF 28mm F2.8 STM specifications
- Brand
- Canon
- Mount
- Canon RF
- Focal length
- 28mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/2.8
- Lens type
- Prime
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Released
- 2023
- Optical construction
- 8 elements in 6 groups
- Aperture blades
- 7
- Autofocus motor
- STM
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.23 m
- Maximum magnification
- 0.17x
- Filter thread
- 55 mm
- Weight
- 120 g
- Length
- 24.7 mm
- Diameter
- 69.2 mm
Specification source: global.canon
What can you shoot with the Canon RF 28mm F2.8 STM?
- Street
- Travel
- Everyday carry
Its bright maximum aperture handles indoor and evening light reasonably well.
Full-frame equivalent and field of view
Calculated from the focal length and crop factor. Not measured.
| Sensor | Crop | Equivalent | Horizontal FOV | Diagonal FOV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full frame | 1.0x | 28mm | 65.5° | 75.4° |
| APS-C | 1.6x | 45mm | 43.8° | 51.6° |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Canon RF 28mm F2.8 STM a pancake lens?
Yes, it is very thin and light, which is the lens's main appeal. It keeps a mirrorless body compact.
Is the RF 28mm F2.8 STM full-frame?
Yes, it is made for full-frame RF cameras and acts as a 45mm lens on APS-C bodies.
Does the RF 28mm F2.8 STM have image stabilization?
No. Bodies with in-body stabilization help, and the lens is short enough that handheld shooting is usually manageable.
Alternatives for Canon RF from other brands
All Canon RF lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
