Canon has a tradition of ingenuity and innovation. The company’s lens lineup is the largest and most versatile in the market, ranging from extremely niche glass to the most mainstream, from long tele to ultra-wide at various price points. Today, Canon stretches its optical envelope a little further with the world’s widest AF zoom lens, the new Canon RF 10-20mm f/4 USM L IS STM. More than sheer numbers Though the numbers are impressive, the lens has additional tricks up its sleeve. First, it’s important to mention that it is a rectilinear lens (as opposed to a fisheye). Straight lines will be rendered as straight lines across the entire frame. The new Canon is also a constant aperture lens with max f/4 all across the short zoom range. Optical image stabilization (IS) is also onboard, a rarity in ultra-wide lenses. This iteration will sync with both mechanical IBIS and video-oriented electronic stabilization. It should (in Canon’s theory at least) prove useful for both photo and video applications. Canon recommends using IS+IBIS for static conditions (a tripod replacement) and adding electronic stabilization for more dynamic scenes such as walking, etc. Image credit: Canon Image credit: Canon Image credit: Canon Image credit: Canon Mechanical and optical features As an RF L lens, the new Canon RF 10-20mm f/4 USM L IS STM will incorporate Canon’s professional features. Three control rings (Zoom, Focus, and Fn), AF and IS switches, and an additional custom button will help control both the lens and camera. The...
Published By: CineD - Wednesday, 11 October, 2023