Canon
Canon RF 16mm F2.8 STM
| Component | Weight | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Customer Reviews | 35% | 93.6 | |
| Technical Analysis | 30% | 74.8 | |
| Market Position | 20% | 92.0 | |
| Value Proposition | 15% | 84.2 |
Age adjustment: ×0.93 (older models get a slight downward adjustment so newer products with current technology are fairly represented).
📖 Overview
The Canon RF 16mm F2.8 STM is an ultra-wide prime lens that's compact and affordable, great for vlogging and creative landscape shots. Its wide aperture is useful in low light and for shallow depth of field effects. Image quality is decent for the price, but expect some distortion and corner softness.
📸 Browse 12 real-world sample photos taken with this lens by photographers worldwide on SampleShots.
📋 Specifications
| Focal Length | 16mm |
|---|---|
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/22 |
| Lens Type | Prime |
| Mount | Canon RF |
| AF Motor | STM |
| Image Stabilization | No |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Weather Sealed | No |
| Min Focus Distance | 13.0 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.26x |
| Elements / Groups | 9 elements in 7 groups |
| Aperture Blades | 7 |
| Filter Diameter | 43mm |
| Weight | 165g |
| Dimensions | 69.2 x 40.1mm |
| Release Year | 2021 |
| MSRP | $299 |
🛒 Where to Buy the Canon RF 16mm F2.8 STM
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🖼️ Sample Photos
Real-world photos taken with the Canon RF 16mm F2.8 STM, sourced from SampleShots.
📷 Compatible Cameras
Native Mount
Canon EOS R
Canon EOS R6
Canon EOS R5
Canon EOS RP
Canon EOS R10
Canon EOS R5 Mark II
Canon EOS R7
Canon EOS R100
Canon EOS R3
Canon EOS R5 C
Canon EOS R6 III
Canon EOS R1
+ 3 more compatible cameras
