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Canon RF RF16-28mm F2.8 IS STM 16-28mm

77.3 Video/Cinema Score
16-28mmf/22Canon RFISWeather Sealed
Why we recommend this

Weighing just 454g with a constant f/2.8 aperture and 5.5-stop optical stabilization, this is Canon’s smallest and lightest full-frame RF zoom for handheld low-light shooting. The leadscrew-type STM motor delivers fast, quiet autofocus, while weather-sealing and a 0.26x magnification offer durability and close-up versatility uncommon in wide zooms. This lens is best for landscape photographers and run-and-gun video shooters who need a stabilized, ultra-portable wide-angle zoom.

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Price CA$1,499
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Canon RF RF16-28mm F2.8 IS STM 16-28mm lens

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Canon APSARA LUMIERE RF50mm F1.4 L VCM 50mm

69 Video/Cinema Score
50mmf/16Canon RFWeather Sealed
Why we recommend this ▼

The T1.4 aperture and 18-blade iris produce an ultra-shallow depth of field with expressive, painterly bokeh and controlled flares. Its 270° focus rotation with 0.8 MOD gears and a soft, low-profile focus mark light provide precise, repeatable manual pulls for video work. This lens is best for cinematographers and professional video shooters on Canon RF mount who prioritize organic, vintage-inspired rendering over lightweight travel optics.

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Canon APSARA LUMIERE RF50mm F1.4 L VCM 50mm lens
Price CA$1,204
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Amazon.ca CA$1,899

Canon RF-S 3.9mm f/3.5 STM Dual Fisheye 4mm

44.1 Video/Cinema Score
4mmf/16Canon RF
Why we recommend this ▼

Its dual-lens design captures stereoscopic 3D 180° VR imagery onto a single sensor, streamlining post-production for the EOS R7 at up to 4K 30 fps. The 144° field of view and Air Sphere Coating deliver immersive footage with reduced ghosting in a compact 289g body. This lens is best for VR content creators who need a simplified, single-camera workflow for spatial video.

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Canon RF-S RF-S 3.9mm f/3.5 STM Dual Fisheye 4mm lens
Price CA$1,499
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B&H Photo CA$1,518
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