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RF 35mm F1.8 MACRO IS STM
- 35mm
- f/1.8
- Macro
- Stabilized
- 305 g
- Min focus 0.17 m
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Quick answer
A wide-normal prime for Canon RF full-frame cameras with 0.5x macro, stabilization and stepping-motor autofocus.
Pros
- Image stabilization
- 0.5x macro
- Compact (305 g)
Cons
- Only f/1.8
- Not an L-series lens
Verdict
An all-purpose RF prime.
About this lens
A 35mm f/1.8 fast macro lens, the Canon RF 35mm F1.8 MACRO IS STM is designed for Canon RF mount bodies, with Image Stabilizer and stepping-motor autofocus. A compact stabilized wide-angle prime for RF cameras with close-focusing macro capability.
Canon RF 35mm F1.8 MACRO IS STM specifications
- Brand
- Canon
- Mount
- Canon RF
- Focal length
- 35mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/1.8
- Lens type
- Macro
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Released
- 2018
- Optical construction
- 11 elements in 9 groups
- Aperture blades
- 9
- Image stabilization
- Yes
- Autofocus motor
- STM
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.17 m
- Maximum magnification
- 0.5x
- Filter thread
- 52 mm
- Weight
- 305 g
- Length
- 62.8 mm
- Diameter
- 74.4 mm
Specification source: global.canon
What can you shoot with the Canon RF 35mm F1.8 MACRO IS STM?
- Street
- Travel
- Close-ups
Its fast maximum aperture helps in dim light and gives good subject separation.
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 | 35mm | 54.4° | 63.4° |
| APS-C | 1.6x | 56mm | 35.6° | 42.2° |
Frequently asked questions
What magnification does the Canon RF 35mm F1.8 Macro offer?
It reaches 0.5x, half life-size, which is useful for close-ups of flowers and small objects.
Is the RF 35mm F1.8 Macro full-frame?
Yes, it is made for full-frame RF cameras and works on APS-C bodies as a 56mm lens.
Does the RF 35mm F1.8 Macro have image stabilization?
Yes. It has optical IS, which works together with in-body stabilization on supported cameras.
Alternatives for Canon RF from other brands
All Canon RF lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
