Canon RF 16-28mm F2.8 IS STM Review: A Game-Changing Lens
If you’re looking for lightweight and compact Canon lenses with a fast aperture and ultra-wide-angle zoom, the RF 16-28mm F2.8 IS STM is one of the options you’ll find here at National Store. But should you get it? Let’s find out!
Features at a glance
RF Canon lenses are designed for the pioneering EOS R mirrorless cameras. Their precision engineering provides high-tech features to photographers, filmmakers, and videographers. That said, the Canon RF 16-28mm F2.8 IS STM stands out from other wide-angle lenses because of the following features.
- 16-28mm zoom: The ultra-wide zoom doesn’t limit your creative potential, whether filming or taking photos.
- Combined focus and control ring: This all-in-one design brings more intuitive control for the settings.
- Durable construction: The rubber seal on the mount resists dust. Meanwhile, the water- and weather-resistant design lets you shoot in any setting, even in extreme conditions.
- RF mount: Canon’s cutting-edge lens mount speeds up communication with the camera.
- Lens retraction: This space-saving mechanism allows the lenses to fit in your bag. Just turn the zoom ring!
- IS switch: Turn it on to activate image stabilisation up to 5.5 stops.
- Control, AF, and MF switch: Pick the control function or focus ring to configure your preferred settings.
- Bayonet mount: This lens hood mounting point prevents flare.
- Large front element: Canon lenses with a large front element can get more light. In addition, the RF 16-28mm F2.8 IS STM delivers stunning image quality with two Aspheric elements and four UD lenses.
- 67mm filter thread: This size easily accommodates slimline polarising and neutral density filters.
Our verdict
With a fast f/2.8 aperture and ultra-wide 16-28mm zoom, the Canon RF 16-28mm F2.8 IS STM is a great option for a wide-angle lens for photography and videos, even in low light. Canon’s technology for weather resistance, lightweight and compact design, and 5.5-stops of image stabilisation lets you shoot anywhere.
See this lens in action
Visit one of the National Store retail locations near you to learn more about the RF 16-28mm F2.8 IS STM and other Canon lenses in the UAE. Our trained, experienced staff will assist you in finding the best lenses for your camera.