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Canon RF 16mm F2.8 STM Review

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The Canon RF 16mm F2.8 STM is a surprisingly compact and affordable gem of a lens. It is great for landscapes and cityscapes, with impressive close-up capabilities and beautiful bokeh. The lens performs well in handling sunstars, has a quick autofocusing motor, and offers great value for the price.

The Canon RF 16mm F2.8 STM is a compact and affordable gem of a lens that is ideal for landscapes and cityscapes. It offers impressive close-up capabilities, beautiful bokeh, and handles sunstars with precision, making it a versatile option for photographers of all levels.

Pros
  • Surprisingly compact and affordable
  • Ideal for landscapes and cityscapes
  • Impressive close-up capabilities
  • Beautiful bokeh
Cons
  • Slight noise from autofocusing motor
  • Noticeable improvement in image quality when stopped down

The quick autofocusing motor allows for seamless transition from near to far focus, although there is a slight noise that may be noticeable in certain situations.

The Canon RF 16mm F2.8 is a surprisingly compact and affordable gem of a lens that is ideal for landscapes and cityscapes. It features impressive close-up capabilities, allowing for creative perspectives and enjoyable photography. The lens handles sunstars with precision, showing minimal loss of contrast and flare, even in bright sunny conditions. The quick autofocusing motor allows for seamless transition from near to far focus, although there is a slight noise that may be noticeable in certain situations. The bokeh is beautifully rendered, especially at wider apertures, and the lens shows minimal chromatic aberration, making it a great choice for wide-angle photography. The lens performs well at F2.8, but there is a noticeable improvement in image quality when stopped down to F5.6, making it ideal for detailed, high-resolution shots. Overall, the Canon RF 16mm F2.8 STM lens offers outstanding value for its price point and is a versatile option for both professional and amateur photographers.

The bokeh is beautifully rendered, especially at wider apertures, and the lens shows minimal chromatic aberration, making it a great choice for wide-angle photography.

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