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EF 14mm F2.8L II USM
- 14mm
- f/2.8
- Prime
- 645 g
- Min focus 0.15 m
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Quick answer
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
Verdict
A strong choice for night sky and interior work when 14mm is genuinely needed.
About this lens
The Canon EF 14mm F2.8L II USM is a wide-angle prime lens covering 14mm at f/2.8 for Canon EF mount cameras, from the Canon L series with ultrasonic-motor autofocus. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.
Canon EF 14mm F2.8L II USM specifications
- Brand
- Canon
- Mount
- Canon EF
- Focal length
- 14mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/2.8
- Lens type
- Prime
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Released
- 2007
- Optical construction
- 14 elements in 11 groups
- Aperture blades
- 6
- Autofocus motor
- USM
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.15 m
- Maximum magnification
- 0.1x
- Weight
- 645 g
- Length
- 94 mm
- Diameter
- 80 mm
Specification source: global.canon
What can you shoot with the Canon EF 14mm F2.8L II USM?
- Astrophotography
- Architecture and interiors
- Wide landscapes
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 | 14mm | 104.3° | 114.2° |
| APS-C | 1.6x | 22mm | 77.6° | 88° |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Canon EF 14mm f/2.8L II a fisheye?
No. It is a rectilinear lens that keeps straight lines straight, though extreme wide angles stretch objects at the edges.
Can you use filters on the EF 14mm f/2.8L II?
Not in front. The bulbous element has no screw-in thread, so a dedicated holder system is needed.
Is the EF 14mm f/2.8L II good for astrophotography?
Yes, f/2.8 and the very wide view suit star fields. Some coma is visible in the corners at the widest apertures.
Alternatives for Canon EF from other brands
All Canon EF lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
