Samyang released a teaser for an APS-C and Full frame lens coming soon that is most likely the Samyang AF 12mm f/2 RF-S and Samyang AF35mm F1.4 P FE. It seems we are about to get flooded with 3rd party AF lenses for Canon RF mount now that Samyang and Sigma are starting to release their lenses for RF mount.
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Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary:
B&H Photo / Amazon
Sigma 23mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary:
B&H Photo / Amazon
Sigma 30mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary:
B&H Photo / Amazon
Sigma 56mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary:
B&H Photo / Amazon
SIGMA Corporation of America, the US subsidiary of SIGMA Corporation (CEO: Kazuto Yamaki. Headquarters: Asao-ku, Kawasaki-shi, Kanagawa, Japan) is pleased to announce pricing and availability of four prime F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary lenses for the Canon EOS R mirrorless camera system. The four lenses are the 16mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary, 23mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary, 30mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary, and 56mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary.
Development of these four primes for Canon RF Mount was initially announced on April 23, 2024, alongside the 10-18mm 2.8 DC DN | Contemporary and 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN | Contemporary lenses, both of which were released earlier this year.
With the release of these new lenses, SIGMA now offers a total of six APS-C format DC DN lenses for the Canon EOS R System. All six of these lenses are also available for several other mirrorless camera systems including Sony E-mount, L-Mount, and Fujifilm X Mount. The 16mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary, 30mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary and 56mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary are additionally offered for Nikon Z mount and Micro Four Thirds.
The 30mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary will retail for $369 and the 56mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary will retail for $529. These lenses will be available for purchase on December 5, 2024.
The 16mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary will retail for $489, and the 23mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary will retail for $599. These lenses will be available for purchase on January 23, 2025.
The addition of these four premium SIGMA lenses for Canon RF Mount adds to SIGMA’s growing lineup of lenses for all major camera systems.
To see the full line of SIGMA lenses available by camera system, visit sigmaphoto.com/it-just-clicks.
[ Launch schedule of four SIGMA F1.4 prime lenses for Canon RF Mount ]
SIGMA Corporation is pleased to announce the launch date of SIGMA 30mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary and SIGMA 56mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary for Canon RF Mount, as well as the approximate launch schedule of SIGMA 16mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary and SIGMA 23mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary for Canon RF Mount.
For detailed product information, please refer to the following links:
Launch date: December 5th, 2024 (Thursday)
SIGMA 30mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary
Supplied Accessories: LENS HOOD LH586-01, FRONT CAP LCF-52 III, REAR CAP LCR II
Mount: Canon RF Mount
Product page: https://www.sigma-global.com/en/lenses/c016_30_14/
SIGMA 56mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary
Supplied Accessories: LENS HOOD LH582-01, FRONT CAP LCF-55 III, REAR CAP LCR II
Mount: Canon RF Mount
Product page: https://www.sigma-global.com/en/lenses/c018_56_14/
Approximate launch schedule: January 2025
SIGMA 16mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary
Supplied Accessories: PETAL-TYPE HOOD LH716-01, FRONT CAP LCF-67 III, REAR CAP LCR II
Mount: Canon RF Mount
Product page: https://www.sigma-global.com/en/lenses/c017_16_14/
SIGMA 23mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary
Supplied Accessories: PETAL-TYPE HOOD LH554-01, FRONT CAP LCF-52 III, REAR CAP LCR II
Mount: Canon RF Mount
Product page: https://www.sigma-global.com/en/lenses/c023_23_14/
* This product is developed, manufactured and sold under license from Canon Inc.
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[ Long-awaited Canon RF Mount addition ]
SIGMA’s APS-C size mirrorless dedicated prime lenses, the SIGMA 16mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary, SIGMA 23mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary, SIGMA 30mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary and SIGMA 56mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary will now be available for the Canon RF Mount. These additions allow users to enjoy high-performance, and high-quality SIGMA prime lenses in native mount on their Canon RF Mount system.
A control algorithm including AF drive and communication speed optimization has been developed specifically for Canon RF Mount interchangeable lenses. In addition to realizing high-speed AF, the lens also supports Servo AF and in-camera aberration correction*. The mount is rubber-sealed to cater for use in a variety of environments.
* Available on supported cameras only.
Mount Conversion Service is available to convert other mounts of SIGMA 16mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary, SIGMA 23mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary, SIGMA 30mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary and SIGMA 56mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary to Canon RF Mount, once they launch.
[ Specifications ]
Values are for Canon RF Mount
| Product | 16mm F1.4 DC DN | C | 23mm F1.4 DC DN | C | 30mm F1.4 DC DN | C | 56mm F1.4 DC DN | C |
| Lens Const. | 16 elements in 13 groups | 13 elements in 10 groups | 9 elements in 7 groups | 10 elements in 6 groups |
| Angle of View | 79.9° | 60.5° | 48.2° | 26.9° |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 (rounded) | 9 (rounded) | 9 (rounded) | 9 (rounded) |
| Min. Aperture | F16 | F16 | F16 | F16 |
| Min. Focus Distance | 25cm / 9.8 in. | 25cm / 9.8 in. | 30cm / 11.8 in. | 50cm / 19.7 in. |
| Max. Mag Ratio | 1:9.9 | 1:7.3 | 1:7 | 1:7.4 |
| Filter Size | 67mm | 52mm | 52mm | 55mm |
| Dimensions (Diam. x Length) |
⌀72.2mm x 90.3mm / ⌀2.8 in. x 3.6 in. | ⌀69.0mm x 76.9mm / ⌀2.7 in. x 3.0 in. | ⌀69.0mm x 71.3mm / ⌀2.7 in. x 2.8 in. | ⌀69.0mm x 57.5mm / ⌀2.7 in. x 2.3 in. |
| Weight | 415g / 14.6 oz. | 345g / 12.2 oz. | 285g / 10.1 oz. | 290g / 10.2 oz. |
| Lens Hood | LH716-01 | LH554-01 | LH586-01 | LH582-01 |
*1 Product appearance and specifications are subject to change.
*2 The length of a lens is measured from the filter surface to its mount.
[ Product Barcode ]
SIGMA 16mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary Canon RF Mount: 0085126402723
SIGMA 23mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary Canon RF Mount: 0085126348724
SIGMA 30mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary Canon RF Mount: 0085126302726
SIGMA 56mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary Canon RF Mount: 0085126351724
We found out about the 7Artisans 10mm f/2.8 II Ultra Wide-Angle Full-Frame Fisheye lens last month for E/Z/R/L mount. Now you can order your own from Amazon for $278. The lens has been improved over the previous generation lens by making it wider angled so it reaches 185° with a new design that can fully resolve 40MP and adds a fluorescent scale.
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Technical specifications:
A new Samyang AF 12mm f/2 RF-S lens (APS-C) for Canon RF mount will be announced soon. This lens already exists for other mounts. Below are the first leaked pictures of the Samyang AF 12mm f/2 RF-S lens for Canon RF mount:
via Photorumors
The Pergear 100mm F2.8 Macro 2X Full-Frame for E-mount was just released and can be purchased on Amazon for RF-mount and EF-mount.
Main Features:
1.Durable All-Metal Design for Stability and Portability
2.Minimum Focusing Distance of 0.3m for Macro Photography
3.Full-Frame, 2:1 Magnification for Impressive Detail
4.Internal Focus Design for Stability and Reliability
5.Stepless Aperture for Smooth Adjustments
6.F2.8 Aperture with Advanced Optical Elements
Venus Optics Laowa 15mm f/5 Cookie FF:
Venus Optics / B&H Photo
Venus Optics announces a bite-sized ultra-wide-angle pancake-style lens for the full-frame camera. The new Laowa 15mm f/5 Cookie FF Lens weighs only 158g but offers a remarkable 110° angle of view.
The lens offers auto-aperture for Sony E and Nikon Z mounts, plus an additional silver version for those seeking a stylish option. It’s an ideal lens for photographers looking for a fun go-to option in casual street, landscape, and everyday photography. Simply grab this tiny ‘cookie’ and start capturing shots.
Compact and Lightweight Design
The Laowa 15mm f/5 Cookie FF lens exemplifies the convenience of pancake lenses with its super compact and lightweight design, weighing just 158g. It is almost like a lens cap but offers great performance for someone who needs to shoot ultra-wide occasionally. You can carry it lens everywhere without any burden, leading to more spontaneous shooting opportunities.
Wide Angle of View of 110°
Despite its pocket-sized design, the Laowa 15mm f/5 Cookie lens offers a remarkable 110° angle of view. This ultra-wide perspective is perfect for capturing breathtaking landscapes and a wide variety of scenes, allowing photographers to tell compelling stories through their images.
Close Focusing Capability of 12 cm
With a close focusing distance of just 12 cm, this Laowa 15mm f/5 Cookie FF lens allows for impressive close-up photography. Easily create some interesting perspectives, especially with such a tiny lens size.
Auto-Aperture for E & Z mounts
The inclusion of an auto-aperture function in both Sony E and Nikon Z mounts greatly enhances user experience. It simplifies the shooting process and allows photographers to focus more on their creative aspects and composition without the hassle of manual adjustments. Also with the electrical contacts, it effortlessly records detailed lens settings in the photo’s EXIF data.
39mm Built-in Filter Thread
The lens features a 39mm built-in filter thread, photographers can easily attach screw-in filters directly on the lens for enhanced effects and improved image quality in various lighting conditions.
10-Point Sunstar Effect
Aperture stunning Sunstar effects with the lens’s unique 10-point aperture design, creating beautiful starbursts in the images. It can be easily created when shooting towards a strong light source when stopping down the aperture. This would adds a creative touch to landscape and architectural photography, making the shots truly stand out.
Pricing & Availability
The US price for Laowa 15mm f/5 Cookie FF Lens is USD399 for all mounts (Both Auto-Aperture and Manual versions) and colors. Pricing varies in different countries.
