Canon Launches Affordable RF16-28mm F2.8 IS STM Lens for Mirrorless Cameras
Canon Unveils Affordable Ultra-Wide Zoom Lens for Mirrorless Cameras
MELVILLE, N.Y., Jan. 22, 2025 — Canon U.S.A., Inc., a digital imaging solutions leader, is thrilled to introduce the new RF16-28mm F2.8 IS STM lens. Joining the RF28–70mm F2.8 L IS USM, this f/2.8 zoom option is designed to empower modern content creators with outstanding image quality, versatility, and portability.
Whether you’re a photographer capturing intimate portraits or a filmmaker shooting cinematic video, the RF16-28mm F2.8 IS STM delivers. Its compact, durable design makes it an ideal companion, ready to tackle both urban environments and remote locations with ease. Packing performance typically found in larger lenses, it’s perfect for professionals and beginners alike.
This versatile lens combines fast autofocus, smooth aperture control, and exceptional optics. The wide f/2.8 constant aperture and ultra-wide zoom range capture high-resolution, crisp footage, minimizing technical challenges. Plus, focus breathing correction ensures smooth video transitions, giving filmmakers the polished, professional look they need.
Equipped with advanced stabilization systems, both stills and video benefits. Peripheral IS minimizes distortion at the edges of wide-angle shots, while Movie Digital IS keeps footage steady and smooth, even during handheld or high-speed shots.
As demand for dynamic, high-quality content grows, the RF16-28mm F2.8 IS STM stands out as an indispensable tool for photographers, videographers, landscape enthusiasts, and everyday creators. Its flexibility meets the needs of today’s fast-paced digital world.
Pricing and Availability
The Canon RF16-28mm F2.8 IS STM Lens is now available, with shipping scheduled to begin on February 11, 2025. The estimated retail price is $1,149.00*. For more details, visit Canon U.S.A..
- Specifications, availability and prices are subject to change without notice and may vary by dealer.
About Canon U.S.A., Inc.
Canon U.S.A., Inc. provides consumer, business-to-business, and industrial digital imaging solutions in the U.S., Latin America, and the Caribbean. As of 2024, its parent company, Canon Inc., ranks in the top-10 for U.S. patents granted for 41 consecutive years*. Committed to its Kyosei philosophy, Canon U.S.A. values social and environmental responsibility. To learn more, visit Canon U.S.A. and connect on LinkedIn.
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the Canon RF16-28mm F2.8 IS STM lens is a game-changer for mirrorless photographers and videographers seeking versatility and affordability.With its expansive focal range, constant f/2.8 aperture, and advanced image stabilization, this lens opens new creative possibilities for capturing breathtaking landscapes, immersive architecture, and engaging vlogs. Canon has onc again demonstrated its commitment to providing cutting-edge technology and remarkable value, enabling creators of all levels to elevate their visual storytelling.
A Lens for Every Vision
The Canon RF16-28mm F2.8 IS STM is more than just a lens; it’s an invitation to explore. Its irresistible combination of affordability, impressive performance, and versatile zoom range empowers photographers and filmmakers of all levels to push creative boundaries.From capturing breathtaking landscapes to framing intimate portraits, this lens delivers extraordinary image quality and smooth video effects that elevate every project.
Canon’s latest innovation marks another milestone in their commitment to providing tools that ignite imagination and inspire visual storytelling. Wiht the RF16-28mm F2.8 IS STM in hand, the world becomes your canvas.