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Canon Introduces RF 24-240 Zoom
8 July 2019
Canon has announced its RF 24-240mm f4-6.3 IS USM telephoto zoom lens, the sixth lens in the RF family. The first telephoto zoom designed for R System, the compact and lightweight 10x zoom also features a price under $900.
"Providing photographers of all skill levels with the invaluable tools to help capture and create the images they desire has been and will continue to be a paramount goal for Canon," said Kazuto Ogawa, president and chief operating officer, Canon U.S.A., Inc. "The new RF 24-240mm is an excellent option as an all-around travel lens that provides attractive features for a wide variety of image capture."
The RF 24-240mm includes Nano USM for fine-tuning and adjusting focus in AF mode. It's also the first Canon full-frame lens to feature Dynamic IS five-stop image stabilization system.
HIGHLIGHTS
Highlights of the new zoom include:
- RF mount
- Full-frame format
- Nano USM autofocus system
- Optical image stabilizer and dynamic IS
- Customizable control ring
SPECIFICATIONS
Specifications for the RF zoom include:
CANON RF 24-240mm f4-6.3mm IS USM LENS SPECIFICATIONS Mount Canon RF mount Focal Length 24mm to 240mm Aperture Minimum: f4 to f6.3 Minimum Focus Wide angle: 1.64 feet
Telephoto: 2.56 feetMagnification 0.26x at telephoto Optical Design 21 elements in 15 groups
1 aspheric and 2 UD lensesAutofocus Yes Image Stabilization Yes Filter Thread 72mm Dimensions 3.2 x 4.8 inches Weight 1.65 lbs. PRICE, AVAILABILITY
Canon said the RF 24-240mm f4-6.3mm IS USM lens will ship in September for $899.99. Canon will also offer a new EOS RP kit that includes the RF-24-240mm for $2,199.
Adorama and B&H are both now accepting pre-orders.
Alerting All Wanderlust Photographers, Canon Announces Its First RF Telephoto Zoom Lens, The RF 24-240mm f4-6.3 IS USM
The All-in-One RF Travel Lens Provides High-End Features Such as Nano USM at an Entry-Level Price Tag
MELVILLE, N.Y. -- Introducing the next travel companion for photographers, Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, has announced the sixth lens in the RF family, the RF 24-240mm f4-6.3 IS USM telephoto zoom lens. As the first telephoto zoom lens designed for EOS R and EOS RP full-frame mirrorless cameras, the compact and lightweight 10x zoom RF 24-240mm provides photographers high-quality images and video capture at a budget-friendly price point.
"Providing photographers of all skill levels with the invaluable tools to help capture and create the images they desire has been and will continue to be a paramount goal for Canon," said Kazuto Ogawa, president and chief operating officer, Canon U.S.A., Inc. "The new RF 24-240mm is an excellent option as an all-around travel lens that provides attractive features for a wide variety of image capture."
The RF 24-240mm f4-6.3 IS USM lens is equipped with Nano USM, providing users quick, high-speed and precision autofocus when shooting video and capturing still images. With the powerful Nano USM, this lens allows photographers and videographers full time manual focusing making possible the fine-tuning and adjusting of focus while in AF mode. This is the first Canon lens designed for full-frame cameras to feature Dynamic IS and utilizes a CIPA-standard, five-stop image stabilization system. The five-stop IS allows photographers to capture images and record videos with minimal shake, even during nighttime sightseeing or in dimly lit indoor events, without the need of a tripod.
When paired with the recently announced EOS RP full-frame mirrorless camera, the compact and lightweight portability of the RF 24-240mm rivals that of a Canon APS-C camera system with a comparable EF-S lens. The RF 24-240mm and EOS RP kitted together are only slightly heavier and longer than the EOS Rebel T7i when it is kitted with the EF-S 18-200mm f3.5-5.6 IS. The diminished form factor of the new lens and EOS RP together, as compared to other full-frame mirrorless camera systems using a similar focal-length telephoto zoom lens, make the lens and camera the ideal kit for travelers who are constantly on the go.
Additional features of the Canon RF 24-240mm f4-6.3 IS USM include:
- Minimum focusing distance of 1.64 feet/0.50 meters at wide-angle and 2.56 feet/0.78 meters at telephoto
- Maximum magnification of 0.26x at telephoto
- Approximate weight of 750 grams/26.4 ounces
- Customizable control ring that allows photographers to adjust exposure compensation, shutter speed, aperture or ISO
- 21 lens elements in 15 groups including one Aspheric and Two UD lenses
- 12-pin communication system
Pricing and Availability
The Canon RF 24-240mm f4-6.3mm IS USM lens is scheduled to be available September for an estimated retail price of $899.99. In addition, Canon will offer a new EOS RP kit that includes the RF-24-240mm for an estimated retail price of $2199*. For additional information, visit http://usa.canon.com.