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Quick Overview
- RF-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format
- Aperture Range: f/2.8 to f/22
- One Aspherical Element
- Super Spectra Coating
- STM Stepping AF Motor
- Customizable Control Ring
- Rounded 7-Blade Diaphragm
- Filter Size - 43mm (Front)
Ultra-wide field of view mixed with a compact and portable design, the Canon RF 16mm f/2.8 STM is a sleek everyday wide-angle prime. Blending a compact, lightweight design with a bright maximum aperture, this rectilinear ultra-wide comes in handy when photographing interiors and architectural subjects, as well as broad landscape views and astrophotography scenes.
One aspherical element is featured in the optical design, which limits distortion and contributes to a high degree of sharpness for accurate rendering. This unique lens also sports a close 5.1" minimum focusing distance for close-up shooting and the STM AF motor enables smooth and quiet focusing performance to suit both photo and video applications. The lightweight design and broad field of view also make this lens an enticing option for vlogging and content creation.
Sleek ultra-wide-angle prime is designed for use with full-frame Canon RF-mount mirrorless digital cameras.
Bright f/2.8 maximum aperture suits working available lighting conditions, helps control depth of field, and contributes to a sleek form factor.
One aspherical element helps control distortion and promotes a high degree of sharpness.
Super Spectra Coating has been applied to minimize flare and ghosting for improved contrast and color fidelity when working in strong lighting conditions.
STM stepping motor offers fast, quiet, smooth, and accurate autofocus performance that is ideal for video recording as well as still shooting.
Minimum focusing distance of 5.1", along with a maximum magnification of 0.26x, makes this a unique option for close-up shooting while retaining great depth of field.
Configurable Control Ring can be used to adjust a variety of exposure settings, including aperture, ISO, and exposure compensation.
Rounded seven-blade diaphragm contributes to a pleasing bokeh quality.
Focal Length
16mm
Maximum and Minimum Aperture
F2.8 – F22
Lens Mount Type
RF Mount; Metal Mount
Compatible Cameras
Canon EOS R-series, including full-frame
Minimum Focusing Distance
5.1 in. / 0.43 ft. / 0.13m
Maximum Magnification
0.26x
Field of View, at Minimum Focus Distance
Approx. 5.3 x 3.5 in. (134 x 90mm)
Angle of View (Diagonal)
Approx. 108°10
Lens Construction
9 elements in 7 groups
Special Elements
(One) Aspherical element
Lens Coating
Canon SSC (Super Spectra Coating)
Filter Size Diameter
ø43mm
Aperture Blades
7; circular shape
Image Stabilization
None (with EOS R5 in-body stabilization – 5.5 stops correction)
Focusing Drive System
Canon STM (Stepping motor; gear-type)
Full-time Manual Focusing
Yes
(after One-Shot AF; after Servo AF with compatible EOS R-series cameras)
(after One-Shot AF; after Servo AF with compatible EOS R-series cameras)
Dual Pixel CMOS AF Coverage (Horizontal x Vertical)
- EOS R/RP — Approx. 88% x 100%
- EOS R5/R6 — Approx. 90% x 100%
- Face Detect + Tracking – Approx. 100% x 100%
Control Ring
Dual-function Manual focus ring / Control Ring (selected with switch on lens)
- No clicks when set to Control Ring function
Manual Focus Ring
Electronic ring system
- Full-time Manual focus possible
- No physical limit to ring rotational angle
AF/MF Switch
None - focus mode selected in camera menu
MF/Control Ring Switch
Provided on lens barrel
Distance Scale
Yes
(after One-Shot AF; after Servo AF with compatible EOS R-series cameras)
(after One-Shot AF; after Servo AF with compatible EOS R-series cameras)
Distance Limiter Switch
None
- Distance scale available in EVF or Live View LCD screen of compatible EOS R-series cameras
Dust / Weather Resistant Construction
None
Maximum Outer Diameter x Length
Approx. 1.6 in. x 2.7 in. (40.1 x ø69.2mm)
Weight
Approx. 5.8 oz. / 0.4 lb. / 165g
Lens hood
Canon EW-65C
- Bayonet-mount, petal-shaped hood
- Optional accessory, sold separately
Lens Cap
(Front) Canon E-45 (center pinch-type) (Bundled)
(Rear) Canon Dust Cap RF
(Rear) Canon Dust Cap RF
Dust Cap
Canon Lens Dust Cap RF (Bundled)
Lens Case
Canon Lens Case LP1014
- Optional accessory, sold separately
| In The Box | Canon RF 16mm f/2.8 STM Lens Canon E-43 43mm Lens Cap Canon Lens Dust Cap RF Limited 1-Year Warranty |
|---|---|
| MFG Part# | 5051C002 |
| Condition | New |
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