The Canon RF 35mm f/1.4 L VCM is a prime lens designed for the Canon RF mount system, weighing 555 g. It features a weather-sealed construction, making it splashproof and suitable for challenging environments. The lens also includes a metal mount for added durability. The front element of the lens does not rotate, making it convenient for use with filters. Additionally, it comes with a reversible lens hood and a 67mm filter size, allowing for versatile protection and attachment options.
The Canon RF 35mm f/1.4 L VCM offers a fixed focal length of 35 mm for both minimum and maximum distances. It provides a maximum angle of view of 63° and a minimum angle of view of 38°, making it suitable for a wide range of shots. While it lacks built-in optical image stabilization, the lens offers a magnification of 0.18x and has a 1x optical zoom, providing a versatile setup for various types of photography.
The Canon RF 35mm f/1.4 L VCM features a wide 1.4f aperture, offering excellent low-light performance and shallow depth of field for creative effects. The lens uses 11 aperture blades, which helps produce smooth bokeh. It also includes rounded aperture blades, contributing to a more aesthetically pleasing background blur. At its maximum focal length, the smallest aperture is also 1.4f, while at the minimum focal length, the smallest aperture is 16f.
The Canon RF 35mm f/1.4 L VCM features a minimum focus distance of 0.28 meters, allowing for close-up shots. It is equipped with a focus motor for fast and precise focusing, and also includes full-time manual focus for greater control. The lens is designed with a silent focus motor, ensuring quiet operation, which is especially useful for video recording.