The Canon RF 28mm f/2.8 STM lens is an amazing wide -angel lens, it is a small, lightweight lens that can be used for different genre of photography such as street photography, documentary photography amongst others. The f/2.8 on the other hand is great for low-light situations. The STM stands for ”stepper motor” which is a type of autofocus motor used in the lens making it ideal for videography and still photography. The Advantage of STM lenses is that it’s compact and of lighter weight than other lenses.
The 28mm f/2.8 is remarkably small, measuring only an inch (24.7 mm) in length and weighing just 4.2 oz (120 g). And with an MSRP (manufacturer’s suggested retail price) of only $299, it is an intriguing option for a lot of users. In addition to that tiny footprint, it comes with a variety of features, including:
- 8 elements in 6 groups
- Minimum focusing distance of 9.1 inches
- Maximum magnification of 0.17x
- Customizable control ring
- Gear-type STM motor for smooth autofocus in video
- 7-blade circular aperture for smoother bokeh
The video below from THE CAMERA STORE Tv shows an extensively review of The Canon RF 28mm f/2.8 STM lens from YouTube.
