Canon today released a new “RF cinema lens” using RF mount for CINEMA EOS SYSTEM, including the following 7 models:
CN-R14mm T3.1 L F
CN-R20mm T1.5 L F
CN-R24mm T1.5 L F
CN-R35mm T1.5 L F
CN-R50mm T1.3 L F
CN-R85mm T1.3 L F
CN-R135mm T2.2 L F
Canon said that as Canon’s first cine lens using the RF mount, it has high optical performance, can support the high resolution and contrast of 8K and 4K cameras, and has control performance suitable for movie shooting modes. Communication function is implemented. Starting with the newly launched “RF Cinema Lens”, Canon will continue to expand its lineup of image production products compatible with the RF mount to meet the needs of professional image production fields such as movies, TV series, and TV commercials.
An introduction to Canon’s “RF Cinema Lens” as follows:
Canon’s RF mount “PRIME Lens” released this time includes 7 fixed-focus lenses (focal length: 14/20/24/35/50/85/135mm) that can be installed on Cinema EOS cameras EOS C70 / R5 C without a mount adapter. It is more durable and reliable in use. The new lens supports the RF mount communication protocol and can record lens metadata and display it on the camera. On compatible cameras, you can perform magnification chromatic aberration correction, peripheral illumination correction, and full-pixel dual-core focus guidance based on lens metadata. It is worth mentioning that the 12-pin electronic contact realizes high-speed data communication between the lens and the camera. By instantly transmitting the lens metadata to the camera, compatible cameras can achieve distortion correction for the first time when shooting video, which can reduce the cost of shooting. Reduce the workload of on-site and even post-production, and improve the efficiency of image production.
The RF mount “PRIME Lens” fixed-focus lens relies on Canon’s years of accumulated optical technology and uses large-diameter aspherical lenses and abnormal dispersion lenses to achieve optical performance that supports 8K and 4K cameras. By maximizing the correction of various chromatic aberrations, This enables the high resolution and high contrast required for 8K and 4K images to be achieved from the center to the edge of the screen. At the same time, the 8K chromatic aberration correction function can suppress color bleeding, and the light-shielding design and coating optimization within the lens barrel can reduce ghosting and glare. In addition, it adopts a warm color balance design, which can better reproduce skin color and is suitable for expressing the texture of the subject.
The unique bright T value and 11 aperture blades of the RF mount “PRIME Lens” prime lens make the depth of field of the subject shallower, the bokeh effect almost circular, more natural, and the image performance softer. Bright images can be captured in low-light shooting scenes and under insufficient lighting conditions. In addition, the new lens adopts an internal focusing method, which can effectively suppress the “focus breathing effect” and keep the composition stable. In addition, since the color balance is unified across the entire “PRIME Lens” product series, it is possible to reduce the time and effort required to adjust the color again when changing lenses when shooting the same scene.
The RF mount “PRIME Lens” fixed-focus lenses adopt a unified design. The gear position, front lens diameter, and rotation angle (control angle) of the operating ring of all models are the same. Therefore, when changing lenses, there is no need to adjust the settings of each model. The installation positions of lens hoods, external focusing accessories, etc. can be adjusted to make replacement more convenient. At the same time, the compact lens body is miniaturized and lightweight. When used with a Cinema EOS camera, it can be easily handheld and can also be used for shooting in narrow spaces such as cars. In addition, the “PRIME Lens” fixed-focus lens adopts a waterproof structure*5, which can prevent water droplets from intruding from the front of the lens, the focus/aperture adjustment ring, and the bayonet position. It is sturdy and durable, and can achieve high-quality movie shooting operations in harsh environments. , fully meeting the high reliability of professional image production needs.
The seven new “PRIME Lens” prime lens products released by Canon this time will be launched one after another from early January 2024.
