Canon RF 28-70mm f/2.8 IS STM Lens
- Full-Frame Lens Format
- f/2.8 to f/22 Aperture Range
- 28-70mm Focal Length
- Compact and Fast Standard Zoom
- Stepper Motor (STM) Autofocus
- Optical Image Stabilizer
- Super Spectra Coating (SSC)
- Two UD and Two Aspherical Elements
- Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm
- Customizable Control Ring
- Collapsible Design
The Canon RF 28-70mm f/2.8 IS STM lens is a versatile, standard zoom lens that's ideal for professionals and enthusiasts alike, who are using Canon's full-frame mirrorless RF mount cameras. Its wide aperture across the full zoom range coupled with image stabilization and a compact size make it a powerful and portable option for various photographic situations.
The lens is optimized for Canon's full-frame mirrorless RF mount cameras, providing excellent performance and delivering high-resolution images. The constant f/2.8 maximum aperture throughout the zoom range allows for consistent low-light performance and depth of field control. A flexible 28-70mm focal length range covering wide-angle to short telephoto, perfect for landscapes, portraits, and general-purpose photography. The Stepper Motor (STM) Autofocus system offers fast, smooth, and nearly silent autofocus, beneficial for both still photography and video recording. With the optical image stabilizer, it helps to minimize the appearance of camera shake by up to several stops, allowing for sharper images when shooting handheld in lower light conditions. The optics construction features Super Spectra Coating (SSC) which reduces flare and ghosting for increased contrast and color fidelity. It is also constructed with two UD and two Aspherical Elements: Control chromatic and spherical aberrations, enhancing sharpness, clarity, and color accuracy.
The rounded 9-blade diaphragm contributes to a pleasing bokeh quality, softening the look of out-of-focus background elements. A customizable control ring can be used to adjust a variety of exposure settings, such as aperture or ISO, providing convenient manual control without diving into the camera's menu. The collapsible design makes the lens more compact when not in use, hence improving its portability and making it more convenient for travel.
The Canon RF 28-70mm f/2.8 IS STM lens is a powerful tool for Canon RF-mount system users, offering unparalleled flexibility with its wide aperture and versatile zoom range. It's a reliable workhorse lens that can handle a variety of shooting conditions. Professional-grade optics, integrated stabilization, and a portable design make this lens an attractive choice for photographers and videographers who demand high image quality and versatility without the bulk of multiple prime lenses.
Product Features in Detail
SEE THE DIFFERENCE
Empower your creativity with a compact, lightweight and high-quality camera zoom lens that’s great for travel, portraits and landscapes. A fast f/2.8 aperture plus 5.5-stops optical image stabilisation makes it great in low-light, and thanks to weather sealing it’s a lens you’ll want to use every day.
A CLOSER LOOK AT RF 28-70mm F2.8 IS STM
Discover the key features and technologies that make the RF 28-70mm F2.8 IS STM a great travel companion for creatives everywhere.
Focus / Control Ring
Quickly adjust your favourite settings or manually focus
Zoom Ring
Flexible 28-70mm zoom gets you in closer
IS THIS THE BEST CAMERA LENS FOR YOUR MIRRORLESS CANON?
A small, fast and light f/2.8 28-70mm standard zoom for full-frame cameras, with IS and weather sealing. Great for travel, portraits and everyday creativity.
Discover your creativity with a fast f/2.8 aperture
Take the next step to creative shooting with a fast f/2.8 aperture that encourages you to work in low-light and isolate your subject with beautifully shallow depth-of-field.
Small. Light. Ready to go anywhere
Thanks to the RF mount design and its clever retracting mechanism, the RF 28-70mm F2.8 IS STM is only 92.2mm long and weighs less than 500g. Weather sealing gives it extra protection from the elements.
Capture sharp images with outstanding stability
Shoot steady shots handheld – even with longer shutter speeds – thanks to a powerful 5.5-stop1 Image Stabilizer. UD and Aspheric lens elements ensure incredible sharpness.
Shoot stills and movies with great control
Take aim at cinematic productions with focus breathing correction and accurate AF, thanks to a whisper quiet STM motor for fast stills and gorgeously smooth focus transitions.
Focus on the moment with intuitive confidence
Make quick adjustments to shutter speed, aperture or ISO while you shoot thanks to the Control/Focus ring. And for full manual control, use the AF/MF/CONTROL switch to put you firmly in charge.
| Optical Features / Specifications | |
| Image Size | Full Frame |
| Angle of View (Horizontal, vertical, diagonal) | 65° - 29°, 46° - 19° 30', 75° - 34° |
| Lens Construction (Elements/Groups) | 15/12 |
| Special Optics | 2x UD, 2x GMo Aspherical |
| Number of Diaphragm Blades | 9 |
| Minimum Aperture | 22 |
| Closest Focusing Distance (m) | 0.27 (at 28mm) (Manual Focus: 0.24) |
| Maximum Magnification (x) | On further investigation, manual focus figure for magnification is not necessary |
| Control Ring | Combined / focus |
| Image Stabilizer OIS1 | 5.5 |
| Image Stabilizer IBIS x OIS2 | 7.5 |
| AF Actuator | STM |
| Coatings | Super Spectra |
| Fluorine | No |
| Accessories | |
| Lens Cap | E-67 II |
| Lens Hood | EW-73D |
| Lens Case/Pouch | LP1116 |
| Rear End Cap | Lens Dust Cap RF |
| Extender Compatibility | Not Compatible |
| Physical Specifications | |
| Dust/Moisture Resistance | Yes3 |
| Filter Diameter (mm) | 67 |
| Max. Diameter x Length (mm)4 | 76.5 x 92.2 |
| Weight (g) | 490 |
1. Tested under CIPA standards
2. Tested under CIPA standards
3. Lenses with dust/moisture resistance are fitted with a rubber ring on the lens mount which may cause slight abrasion of the camera mount. This in no way effects either the lens or camera performance.
4. Lens dimensions when in retracted state
This product comes with 5 Years Warranty from Canon Australia. Our products are sourced from authorized Australian suppliers and therefore come with genuine Australian warranty. Camera Warehouse does not participate in 'Grey Market' or 'Parallel Import' activities.
Canon RF 28-70mm f/2.8 IS STM Lens
Canon E-67 II Lens Cap
Canon Lens Dust Cap RF
SKU: Canon RF28-7028IS
UPC: 4549292229134
