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Canon RF 16mm f/2.8 STM

Canon RF

A cheap, very wide prime for dramatic landscapes, interiors and close-up wide shots.

At 16mm you can get close to a subject while still fitting in the background — great for creative perspective, but straight lines near the edges will bend.

Focal length

16mm

Widest opening

f/2.8

Stabilisation

No

Strengths

  • Very wide view
  • Small and cheap
  • Bright for its type

Limitations

  • No zoom
  • Noticeable distortion at the edges
  • Not stabilised

Best for

Fits these cameras

A Canon RF lens only fits Canon RF cameras — check the compatibility guide before buying used gear.