Testseek.com have collected 32 expert reviews of the Canon RF 35mm f/1.8 IS STM Macro and the average rating is 84%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Canon RF 35mm f/1.8 IS STM Macro.
May 2019
(84%)
32 Reviews
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Abstract: Canon has been hard at work the last few years when it comes to their new Mirrorless cameras and RF Mount Lenses. While the platform is only in its infancy, Canon has already produced some top-drawer lenses to mount on their R series cameras. Canon RF mou...
Published: 2019-06-26, Author: Matt , review by: dpreview.com
Canon EOS R shooters that want a compact, sharp lens for everyday shooting and closeup work
Architectural photographers, or anyone that shoots in poor weather, or regularly needs to capture video (autofocus noise can be an issue)
Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro is a versatile carry-around lens for Canon's new EOS R system. The only non-'L' lens in the initial RF lineup, the 35mm F1.8 provides a lightweight, compact and relatively affordable solution for EOS R and RP shooters. Opti...
Small and lightweight, Well balanced on EOS R/RP bodies, Quick and quiet STM autofocus
Macro maximum magnification ratio only 0.5x, Working distance is just 7cm
Small and light but capable and versatile, this RF mirrorless lens makes perfect sense for the new EOS R or RP body. It's great for everything from architectural, travel and street photography and other close-up situations...
Published: 2019-01-18, Author: Gordon , review by: cameralabs.com
The Canon RF 35mm f1.8 IS Macro STM is a mild wide-angle prime lens for Canon's EOS R full-frame mirrorless system. It's the smallest, lightest and cheapest lens for the system to date, and like other 35mm lenses, is an ideal general-purpose option, flexi...
Some barrel distortion, Vignette at wide apertures, No weather sealing or fluorine coating, Doesn't include lens hood or pouch
The Canon RF 35mm F1.8 Macro IS STM is a sharp, wide-angle macro lens for the RF mirrorless system. It's affordable, but doesn't offer L-series features like weather protection...
Compact and well balanced on EOS R, Great build quality, Lens control ring is a useful inclusion, Fast AF system, Great sharpness at moderate apertures, Very good corner sharpness wide open
Not a true 1:1 macro lens, Moderate vignetting at widest apertures, A little curvilinear distortion, No focus limit switch, AF motor somewhat noisy during stills
With the other three current RF lenses being as large, heavy and pricey as they are, it's great to see Canon offering something that's still very capable but far more accessible alongside them. The RF 35mm f/1.8 IS Macro STM is certainly capable of very g...
