Canon announces three new lenses

Canon unveils three exciting new RF lenses: the Canon RF 24-105mm F2.8L USM Z, the Canon 200-800mm F6.3-9 IS USM, and the Canon RF-S 10-18mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM to further bolster their range of incredible lenses

Can you believe the number of product announcements we've had so far this autumn? It really is an incredibly exciting time for camera technology, and goodness knows the year was crying out for some tech-shaped distractions. It's been quite a testing year for many in both video production and photography, but as we fly towards Christmas at an alarming rate, Canon has announced three varied and interesting new lenses for us to all pine over.

 

Canon RF 24-105mm IS USM Z

Canon's new standard zoom is an L series lens which excels at both stills and video. Offering a constant F2.8 aperture, a smooth action lockable iris ring, and optional powerzoom adapters for smooth control, Canon describes this lens as the ideal choice for storytellers. The stats:

- 24-105mm F2.8 standard zoom, perfect for video and stills in equal measure.

- Smooth action Iris Ring featuring an auto position Iris Lock.

- 11-blade circular aperture for creative control of bokeh and highlights.

- 5.5 stop of image stabilisation, 8 stops combined with compatible cameras.

- Aspheric and UD elements for high image quality with maximum sharpness.

- Dual Nano USM motor for smooth, fast and quiet autofocus.

- Custom buttons and control ring for easy control over camera settings or manual focus.

- Optional Power Zoom adapters for smooth zooming and zoom remote control.

 

Canon RF 200-800mm F/6.3-9 IS USM

The Canon RF 200-800mm F/6.3-9 IS USM is a wildlife and sports photographer's dream, covering vast distances with that signature incredible RF clarity. With a minimum focus distance of just 0.8m, this 'one and done' lens is all you'll need out in the field, cutting down your carry weight and the inconvenience of switching lenses at key moments. The details:

- 200-800mm super telephoto zoom, flexible and long reaching focal range.

- New RF optical design, innovative new design using the RF mount for high image quality.

- Nano USM Motor for fast, smooth and quiet autofocus for stills and video.

- Up to 5.5 stops of optical image stabilisation.

- Nine-blade aperture for beautiful background rendering.

- Weather-resistent for use in harsh conditions.

- Compact, lightweight design, 2050g, 314mm in length.

 

Canon RF-S 10-18mm F/4.5-6.33 IS STM

Finally, the Canon RF-S 10-18mm F/4.5-6.3 IS STM is Canon's first super-wide angle RF-S lens, covering the bases for travel, landscape, street shooters and vloggers in a compact form factor weighing in at just 150g. The Specs:

- 10-18mm Ultra-Wide Zoom, letting you get more in, or zoom to 18mm for flexible framing.

- Compact lightweight design, only 150g

- Combind Focus/Control ring for easy control over camera and settings or manual focus.

- Up to 4 stops of image stabilisation, or 6 stops combined with compatible cameras.

- STM motor for smooth quiet AF

- PMo and UD elements striking a balance between compact design and high image quality.

All three lenses are live on the Hirecamera site, so head there now and join the waiting lists to be first in line to try these cutting edge lenses when they arrive! https://hac.news/Canon-hire