RF16-28mm F2.8 IS STM
SKU
6906C002
$1,699.99
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- 5.5 stops of in-lens image stabilization.
- The 16mm-28mm zoom range, great for vlogging at home, or filming on the street.
- Constant F2.8 lens provides rich bokeh at every focal length.
- Minimum focus distance of 7.8 inches (at 16mm).
- Four Ultra-low Dispersion (UD) elements.
- Dust- and weather-resistant construction.
- Small size and conveniently portable.
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RF16-28mm F2.8 IS STM is available to buy in increments of 1
Overview
The RF16-28mm F2.8 IS STM lens is perfect for both still and video content creators who desire high image quality and constant aperture at a more affordable price point than traditional L-series products. This lens is now the smallest, lightest RF zoom lens with image quality equivalent to a Canon L-series specification. For still image creators this light and compact lens weighing in at just over one pound will be a “take anywhere” kind of lens. Offering a fast f/2.8 aperture throughout the zoom range, photographers can work in low light situations or take creative control and blur the foreground and background with wide apertures not possible entry-level wide-angle lenses. Pairing this lens with the current RF28-70mm F2.8 IS STM gives you incredible zoom range coverage while maintaining high image quality.
Small Size and Conveniently Portable
This lens accomplishes the incredible feat of being a fixed aperture zoom lens that you can actually carry around all day without wearing your arm out. The retracting design and a small focus element make the lens lightweight and portable. Taking advantage of the benefit of electronic distortion correction, this large-aperture zoom lens with a fixed f/2.8 aperture achieves both high image quality across the entire image and efficiently with a compact optical system.
High-Image Quality and Optical Design
There is a lot that contributes to the optical quality of this lens, and it starts with four Ultra-low Dispersion (UD) elements (marked as dark green). The large-diameter UD lens at the front is a unique configuration previously found only in L lenses. This configuration effectively corrects chromatic aberration, reduces the weight of the front lens group, and contributes to ease of use by suppressing the change in the center of gravity felt by the user when changing the zoom range. Two glass-molded aspherical lenses (marked as light green) are effectively placed to achieve high rendering performance with suppression of various aberrations and contributes to the lenses compact size. The lens provides clear, high-resolution images from the maximum aperture. This design also features dust- and weather-resistant construction (another feature borrowed from the L-series lens line).
Action!
This lens is for more than just still shots, your video adventures and productions will benefit as well. The leadscrew-type STM focusing motor is extremely quiet and the 16mm-28mm zoom range is great for vlogging at home, or filming on the street. Focus breathing is also well controlled with this lens, lending even more professionalism to your productions.
Get Close
An ultra-wide angle lens can do so much more than capture large spaces. With a minimum focus distance of 7.9 inches (at 28mm), you can really get creative with the look of your images.
Image Stabilization*
Combining 5.5 stops of in-lens image stabilization with a camera equipped with an in-body stabilizer achieves a coordinated control effect of 8.0 stops of shake correction at the center of the image, and 7.5 stops at the corners, making Hand-held shooting in low-light conditions possible.
IS ON
IS OFF
Bokeh
Even with a zoom lens, the foreground and background can be blurred softly and significantly. This constant f/2.8 lens provides rich bokeh at every focal length. The ability to open the aperture also allows for faster shutter speeds, preventing blurring of the subject.
MTF Charts
Wide (16mm)
Telephoto (28mm)
Sample Image Gallery by Explorer of Light Erin Babnik
Sample Image Gallery by Noah Wetzel
Product Disclaimer
† Prices and specifications subject to change without notice. Actual prices are determined by individual dealers and may vary.
Technical Specifications
Lens
Focal Length
16 - 28mm (APS-C - equivalent to 25.6 - 44.8mm coverage)
Maximum and Minimum Aperture
F2.8 - F22
Lens Mount Type
RF Mount (Metal Mount)
Compatible Cameras
Canon EOS R-series, full-frame and APS-C
Minimum Focusing Distance
At 16mm: 0.25 m / 0.82 ft.
At 28mm: 0.2 m / 0.66 ft.
At 28mm: 0.2 m / 0.66 ft.
Maximum Magnification
At 16mm: 0.11x
At 28mm: 0.26x
At 28mm: 0.26x
Field of View, at Minimum Focus Distance
At 16mm: Approx. 318.2 mm × 212.1 mm (12.5" x 8.4")
At 28mm: Approx. 138.3 mm × 92.2 mm (5.4" x 3.6")
At 28mm: Approx. 138.3 mm × 92.2 mm (5.4" x 3.6")
Angle of View (Diagonal)
Approx. 108º 10" - 75º
Optical Design
Lens Construction
16 elements in 13 groups
Special Elements
Four UD Lenses, and Two Aspherical Lenses
Lens Coating
SSC (Super Spectra Coating)
Filter Size Diameter
ø67mm
Aperture Blades
9
Image Stabilization
Provided
Lens alone: 5.5 stops correction
Coordinated IS, with IBIS: 8.0 stops (at center); 7.5 stops at corner
Lens alone: 5.5 stops correction
Coordinated IS, with IBIS: 8.0 stops (at center); 7.5 stops at corner
Focusing
Focusing Drive System
STM (Stepping Motor)
Full-time Manual Focusing
Yes
(Supports both ONE SHOT AF and SERVO AF with compatible EOS R-series cameras)
(Supports both ONE SHOT AF and SERVO AF with compatible EOS R-series cameras)
Dual Pixel CMOS AF Coverage (Horizontal x Vertical)
EOS R, Ra, RP - Approx. 88% x 100%
EOS R5 / R6 - Approx. 100% x100% (with face and tracking priority)
EOS R5 / R6 - Approx. 90% x100% (when subject has not been detected)
EOS R1 / R3 / R5 Mark II, R6 Mark II, R8 - Approx. 100% x 100% (with face and tracking priority)
EOS R1 / R3 / R5 Mark II, R6 Mark II, R8 - Approx. 90% x 100% (when subject has not been detected)
EOS R7 / R10 / R50 - Approx. 90% x 100% (with face and tracking priority), (also when subject has not been detected)
EOS R100 - Approx. 88% x 100%
EOS R5 / R6 - Approx. 100% x100% (with face and tracking priority)
EOS R5 / R6 - Approx. 90% x100% (when subject has not been detected)
EOS R1 / R3 / R5 Mark II, R6 Mark II, R8 - Approx. 100% x 100% (with face and tracking priority)
EOS R1 / R3 / R5 Mark II, R6 Mark II, R8 - Approx. 90% x 100% (when subject has not been detected)
EOS R7 / R10 / R50 - Approx. 90% x 100% (with face and tracking priority), (also when subject has not been detected)
EOS R100 - Approx. 88% x 100%
Exterior Design
Control Ring
Combined with Control Ring (user-selectable)
Manual Focus Ring
Not Provided
AF / MF Switch
AF / CONTROL / MF Switch Provided
Iris Ring
Not Provided
Lens Function Button
Not Provided
Distance Scale
Not Provided
Distance Limiter Switch
Not Provided
Dust / Weather Resistant Construction
Yes
Dimensions, Weight
Maximum Outer Diameter x Length
Approx. ø3.0 in.
x 3.6" (91mm) (Retracted)
x 4.4" (112.8 mm) at 16mm
x 4.0" (102.1 mm) at 28mm
x 3.6" (91mm) (Retracted)
x 4.4" (112.8 mm) at 16mm
x 4.0" (102.1 mm) at 28mm
Weight
Approx. 1.0 lb. / 445g
Accessories
Lens hood
EW-73E (Sold Separately)
Lens cap
Canon E-67II (Bundled)
Dust cap
Canon Lens Dust Cap RF (Bundled)
Lens Case
Canon Lens Case LP1116 (sold separately)
Extension Tubes
Not compatible
Close-up Lenses 250D / 500D
Not compatible
Canon RF Extender 1.4x / 2x
Not compatible
Canon Gelatin Filter Holder III / IV
Not compatible
Rear Gelatin Filter Holder
Not compatible