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Canon RF 24-105mm F4.0-7.1 IS STM RF Mount Review

Canon RF 24-105mm F4.0-7.1 IS STM

Main Features

  • 24-105mm Focal Range
  • F4-7.1 Max Aperture
  • Image Stabilization
  • Filter Thread: 67mm
  • Max Format: 35mm FF
  • Canon RF Mount
  • Weight: 395g / 0.87 lb
  • Dimensions(øxL): 77mm x 89mm
  • Min Focus Distance: 0.13m
  • Max Magnification: 0.5x
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Canon RF 24-105mm F4.0-7.1 IS Overview


Canon RF 24-105mm F4.0-7.1 IS is a Variable aperture Auto Focus (AF) Standard Zoom lens with Optical Image stabilization and 35mm FF max sensor coverage, and it is designed to be used with RF Mount cameras.

What type of photography is the Canon RF 24-105mm F4.0-7.1 IS lens good for?

The type of photography that you are planning to use the Canon RF 24-105mm F4.0-7.1 IS is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated its suitability to various photography scenarios:

Photography Type Suitability
Bird/WildlifeAverage
SportsGood
PortraitVery Good
TravelVery Good
StreetGood
WeddingVery Good
Walk AroundVery Good
VloggingFair
LandscapeGood
MacroGood

Canon RF 24-105mm F4.0-7.1 IS is a member of Canon's RF STM Zoom series of lenses. Below you can see the latest lenses in this series.

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Canon RF 15-30mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM Lens Canon RF 15-30mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM
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35mm FF 390gr AF Amazon B&H Photo
Canon RF 24-105mm F4.0-7.1 IS STM Lens Canon RF 24-105mm F4.0-7.1 IS STM
35mm FF 395gr AF Amazon B&H Photo

Reasons to Buy Canon RF 24-105mm F4.0-7.1 IS STM Lens

Here we've included a summary of the advantages and disadvantages of the Canon RF 24-105mm F4.0-7.1 IS STM lens in a list form to help you determine whether it offers the features you need.

PROs
Optical Image Stabilization
Autofocus
Full-time Manual Focusing
Covers Full-Frame Sensor
High Max Magnification ratio of 0.5x
Minimum focus distance of 0.13m / 5.1 inch
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CONs
No Weather Sealing
Hood is not supplied
Lens Extends while zooming
Slow Aperture at Tele end
Variable Aperture


Lens Mount

Canon RF 24-105mm F4.0-7.1 IS is compatible with cameras that have a Canon RF lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Canon RF lenses are Canon R100, Canon R8 and Canon R50.

Canon R100 with Canon RF 24-105mm F4.0-7.1 IS Lens Size
Canon R100 with the Canon RF 24-105mm F4.0-7.1 IS Lens
Canon R8 with Canon RF 24-105mm F4.0-7.1 IS Lens Size
Canon R8 with the Canon RF 24-105mm F4.0-7.1 IS Lens
Canon R50 with Canon RF 24-105mm F4.0-7.1 IS Lens Size
Canon R50 with the Canon RF 24-105mm F4.0-7.1 IS Lens

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Size, Weight and Filter Thread

Size and weight is a very important decision factor when searching for your next lens. Canon RF 24-105mm F4.0-7.1 IS has a maximum diameter of 77mm and total length of 89mm when not extended. It weighs 395g / 13.9 oz.

Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Canon RF 24-105mm F4.0-7.1 IS and Canon RF 24-105mm F4L IS (Canon RF mount) to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life. Check the detailed comparison of these two lenses here.

Canon RF 24-105mm F4.0-7.1 IS vs Canon RF 24-105mm F4L IS Lens Size Comparison
Comparison image of the Canon RF 24-105mm F4.0-7.1 IS and the Canon RF 24-105mm F4L IS Size and Weight

Canon RF 24-105mm F4.0-7.1 IS has a filter thread of 67mm. Below are links to the filters that we recommend you to consider for your Canon RF 24-105mm F4.0-7.1 IS:

  • 67mm Variable ND Lens Filters
  • 67mm Circular Polarizer Lens Filters
  • 67mm Clear Protection Lens Filters


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Canon RF 24-105mm F4.0-7.1 IS Lens Top View




Focal Range

Canon RF 24-105mm F4.0-7.1 IS has a focal range of 24-105mm and 4.4X zoom ratio. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.6x crop, it provides an 35mm (FF) equivalent of 38.4 - 168mm.


Optical Image Stabilization

The Canon RF 24-105mm F4.0-7.1 IS features an optical image stabilization system which helps to reduce the blur that occurs due to shaking during hand-held shooting.

Zoom Method

Canon RF 24-105mm F4.0-7.1 IS features Rotary (extending) zoom method where the length of the lens changes as you zoom in or out. This makes it possible to design the lens with a smaller minimum length ( generally when it is zoomed out) compared to internal zoom lenses. The disadvantages of this design are being harder to seal against dust and moisture, weight balance shifting while zooming and zoom creep in certain lenses.

Maximum Magnification Ratio

Canon RF 24-105mm F4.0-7.1 IS has a Max Magnification Ratio of 0.5x and has a minimum focusing distance of 0.13m. For a non-macro lens, the 0.5x is considered a high magnification and will come handy for close-up shots.


Aperture

Canon RF 24-105mm F4.0-7.1 IS is a variable aperture lens with a max aperture of f4 and a minimum aperture of f40 at 24mm, and a max aperture of f7.1 and minimum aperture of f40 at 105mm .

Focal Length Max Aperture Min Aperture
24mm F4 F40
105mm F7.1 F40

Optical Formula

Canon RF 24-105mm F4.0-7.1 IS's optical formula consists of 11 elements in 13 groups .

Lens Hood

Canon RF 24-105mm F4.0-7.1 IS doesn't come with a lens hood. You have to order the hood separately and the model number of the hood is EW-73D.

Body Colour

Canon RF 24-105mm F4.0-7.1 IS is available in color.

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Canon RF 24-105mm F4.0-7.1 IS Attached to a camera

Popular Comparisons of Canon RF 24-105mm F4.0-7.1 IS

Here are the eight most popular comparisons of the Canon RF 24-105mm F4.0-7.1 IS amongst Camera Decision readers.

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35mm FF 270 g / 0.59 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
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35mm FF 160 g / 0.35 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
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35mm FF 670 g / 1.47 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo


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Canon RF 24-105mm F4.0-7.1 IS STM Alternatives in Canon RF Mount
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Canon RF 24-105mm F4.0-7.1 IS Detailed Specifications


General
Brand Canon
Lens Type Zoom
Lens Type Standard Zoom
Lens Mount Canon RF
Max Format 35mm FF
Focal Range 24-105mm
Image Stabilization Yes
Colour Black
Zoom Method Rotary (extending)
Power Zoom No
Zoom Lock No
Zoom Ratio 4.4X
APERTURE
Max Aperture F4-7.1
Min Aperture F40
Aperture Ring No
Diaphragm Blades 7
Optics
Optical Elements 11
Optical Groups 13

FOCUSING
Min Focus Distance 0.13m
Max Magnification 0.5X
Autofocus Yes
AF Motor Type Stepper motor
Full Time Manual Yes
Focus Method Internal
Distance Scale No
DoF Scale No
PHYSICAL SPECS
Weight 395g
Diameter 77mm
Length 89mm
Weather Sealing No
Filter Thread 67mm
Filter Notes -
Hood Supplied No
Hood Code EW-73D
Tripod Collar No
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