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assault offering 32 clickless steps between full stops, along with a lock release switch for the Auto position to control the aperture from the camera body. Utilising internal zooming, the lens
its EF predecessor) – it offers a wide focal length ideal for landscapes, architecture, interiors and environmental portraits where context is key. The lens features two UD lenses, one aspherical element, plus Super Spectra, SWC and ASC coatings. It has a 67mm front filter thread and, like the 50mm, includes a rear filter mount. Both new primes have Nano USM and Voice Coil Motors for fast AF and near-silent operation. A water-resistant rubber mount keeps moisture out, while a fluorine coating on the front surface prevents dirt build-up. The lenses also include a dedicated Lens Control Ring, iris ring and customisation function. According to Canon, the optics are designed for minimal focus breathing and smooth focus. Like the zoom, they include a smooth iris ring with 32 clickless steps between stops, a lockable Auto setting and 11-blade circular apertures. canon.co.uk “Electronic parfocal performance and focus breathing suppression maintain a consistent field of view”
maintains a constant barrel length, which is better for rigging, weather resistance and operation. It also supports Canon’s optional 1.4x and 2x RF teleconverters to extend the focal length as needed. Optically, there are two Super UD lenses, one UD lens, three aspherical lenses, plus ASC and Super Spectra coatings. For the first time, it’s available with either Canon’s trademark white heat-resistant coating or a standard black finish for a stealthier look. The white version weighs 1115g, while the black is 5g lighter. With a diameter of 88.5mm and a length of 199mm, it’s compact in design. The £1539/$1399 RF 50mm f/1.4L VCM prime offers a versatile focal length with exceptional image quality and a natural angle of view. Ideal for low-light use, it’s perfect for reportage, weddings and event videos. At 580g, it’s 40% lighter than the RF 50mm f/1.2L USM, which is mainly designed for stills. It features two aspherical lens elements, a UD lens, Super Spectra and ASC coatings and pro- level weather sealing – and it measures 76.5x99.3mm, matching the 24mm. As for the £1679/$1499 RF 24mm f/1.4L VCM – weighing 515g (20% lighter than
VIRTUALLY PERFECT FOR APPLE HEADSETS A super-wide Canon stereo VR lens is designed to create 3D video for the latest crop of VR devices, including Apple Vision Pro headsets. The RF-S 7.8mm f/4 STM Dual lens offers a compact and affordable entry point to the world of spatial video and augmented reality. Although it has a very short focal length, it delivers a natural 63° field of view, closely mirroring human vision. Currently only compatible with the EOS R7 – although it will pair up with other crop- sensor Canon cameras in future – the lens creates content for viewing on high-end VR headsets, smartphones via VR glasses and handheld devices for printed images. Weighing only 130g, the £519/$449 lens features the STM AF system and is ideal for product reveals or walkthrough videos for real estate and hotels. The EOS VR Utility app will be updated to create spatial video for Apple Vision Pro headsets, enabling content captured on Canon EOS VR System products to be exported in the MV-HEVC codec when using a Mac computer.
VR FUR REAL The new lens produces two side- by-side images for easy use in all 3D video and still applications
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