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Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro RF Mount Review

Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro

Main Features

  • 35mm Focal Range
  • F1.8 Max Aperture
  • Image Stabilization
  • Filter Thread: 52mm
  • Max Format: 35mm FF
  • Canon RF Mount
  • Weight: 305g / 0.67 lb
  • Dimensions(øxL): 74mm x 63mm
  • Min Focus Distance: 0.17m
  • Max Magnification: 0.5x
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Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro Overview


Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro is a Fixed aperture Auto Focus (AF) Wideangle Prime 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 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro lens good for?

The type of photography that you are planning to use the Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated its suitability to various photography scenarios:

Photography Type Suitability
Bird/WildlifePoor
SportsPoor
PortraitAverage
TravelAverage
StreetExcellent
WeddingAverage
Walk AroundAverage
VloggingGood
LandscapeVery Good
MacroGood

Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro is a member of Canon's RF STM Prime series of lenses. Below you can see the latest lenses in this series.

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35mm FF 305gr AF Amazon B&H Photo

Reasons to Buy Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro Lens

Here we've included a summary of the advantages and disadvantages of the Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro 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
Fast Aperture
Covers Full-Frame Sensor
9 Diaphragm Blades for Smooth Bokeh
High Max Magnification ratio of 0.5x
Minimum focus distance of 0.17m / 6.7 inch
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CONs
No Weather Sealing


Lens Mount

Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro 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 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro Lens Size
Canon R100 with the Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro Lens
Canon R8 with Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro Lens Size
Canon R8 with the Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro Lens
Canon R50 with Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro Lens Size
Canon R50 with the Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro 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 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro has a maximum diameter of 74mm and total length of 63mm. It weighs 305g / 10.8 oz.

Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro and Canon RF 50mm F1.8 STM (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 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro vs Canon RF 50mm F1.8 STM Lens Size Comparison
Comparison image of the Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro and the Canon RF 50mm F1.8 STM Size and Weight

Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro has a filter thread of 52mm. Below are links to the filters that we recommend you to consider for your Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro:

  • 52mm Variable ND Lens Filters
  • 52mm Circular Polarizer Lens Filters
  • 52mm Clear Protection Lens Filters


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Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro Lens Top View




Focal Range

Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro has a fixed focal length of 35mm. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.6x crop, it provides an 35mm (FF) equivalent of 56mm.


Optical Image Stabilization

The Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro features an optical image stabilization system which helps to reduce the blur that occurs due to shaking during hand-held shooting.

Maximum Magnification Ratio

Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro has a Max Magnification Ratio of 0.5x and has a minimum focusing distance of 0.17m. For a non-macro lens, the 0.5x is considered a high magnification and will come handy for close-up shots.


Aperture

Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro has a max aperture of F1.8 and a minimum aperture of F22.

Optical Formula

Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro's optical formula consists of 11 elements in 9 groups . Following special elements are used in this design:

  • 1 aspherical element
  • Super Spectra Coating

Body Colour

Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro is available in Black color.

Popular Comparisons of Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro

Here are the eight most popular comparisons of the Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro amongst Camera Decision readers.

Top Alternatives of Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro Lens
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35mm FF 120 g / 0.26 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo


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Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro Alternatives in Canon RF Mount
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Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro Detailed Specifications


General
Brand Canon
Lens Type Prime
Lens Type Wideangle Prime
Lens Mount Canon RF
Max Format 35mm FF
Focal Range 35mm
Image Stabilization Yes
Colour Black
Zoom Method No Zoom
Power Zoom No Zoom
Zoom Lock No Zoom
Zoom Ratio 1.0X
APERTURE
Max Aperture F1.8
Min Aperture F22
Aperture Ring No
Diaphragm Blades 9
Optics
Optical Elements 11
Optical Groups 9
Special Elements 1 aspherical element, Super Spectra Coating

FOCUSING
Min Focus Distance 0.17m
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 305g
Diameter 74mm
Length 63mm
Weather Sealing No
Filter Thread 52mm
Filter Notes -
Tripod Collar No
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