When you're looking for a versatile lens that delivers exceptional performance without breaking the bank, the Canon RF 28-70mm f/ 2.8 IS STM Lens is an ideal choice for both still and video content creators. As the smallest and lightest RF zoom lens available, it offers image quality comparable to Canon's renowned L-series lenses. Weighing just over one pound, this compact lens is perfect for photographers on the go, making it a "take anywhere" essential for travel and everyday use. Featuring a constant f/ 2.8 aperture throughout its zoom range, this lens excels in low-light environments, allowing photographers to capture stunning images with beautifully blurred backgrounds and foregrounds.
Its innovative design includes a completely redesigned image stabilization unit, a collapsible structure, and a smaller focus element, all contributing to its lightweight and portable nature. The lens also benefits from electronic distortion correction, ensuring high image quality across the entire frame. The optical design of the RF 28-70mm f/ 2.8 IS STM Lens incorporates two Ultra-low Dispersion (UD) elements and two glass-molded aspherical lenses, effectively correcting chromatic aberrations and maintaining high-resolution clarity from the maximum aperture. This configuration, typically found in L-series lenses, reduces the weight of the front lens group and enhances ease of use by minimizing changes in the center of gravity during zoom adjustments.
Additionally, the lens features dust- and weather-resistant construction, ensuring durability in various shooting conditions. For videographers, this lens offers more than just exceptional still image capabilities. The leadscrew-type STM focusing motor operates with remarkable quietness, making it ideal for vlogging and filming adventures. The 28mm-70mm zoom range provides flexibility for capturing a wide array of scenes, while focus breathing is well-controlled, adding a professional touch to your video productions. The versatile 28mm-70mm zoom range is perfect for capturing a variety of focal lengths, whether you're exploring the great outdoors or shooting intimate indoor scenes.
With 5.5 stops of in-lens image stabilization, combined with in-body stabilization for a total of 7.5 stops, this lens enables handheld shooting in challenging lighting conditions. The image stabilization function can also be used with a tripod for added stability. Even with its zoom capabilities, the RF 28-70mm f/ 2.8 IS STM Lens delivers rich, creamy bokeh at every focal length, enhancing the aesthetic quality of your images. The wide aperture allows for faster shutter speeds, reducing the risk of subject blur and ensuring sharp, captivating photos.