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Canon RF 24-105mm F2.8 L IS USM Z
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Canon · f/2.8 · Canon RF mount

Canon RF 24-105mm F2.8 L IS USM Z

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KEY FACTS
BrandCanon
Release Year2023
Production StatusIn Production
Pro BrandingL
Lens MountCanon RF
What We Like
+World's first 24-105mm f/2.8 lens combining versatile zoom range with constant bright aperture
+Excellent optical performance with sharp, detailed images throughout the zoom range
+Dual Nano USM motors deliver fast, quiet autofocus with minimal focus breathing
+Up to 8 stops of image stabilization combined with in-body stabilizer for handheld low-light shooting
+Professional-grade hybrid design with cinema-ready iris ring and power zoom adapter compatibility
+Robust L-series build with weather sealing, fluorine coating, and tripod mount
Worth Knowing
−Exceptional price point around $3,300 limits accessibility for most photographers
−Significantly larger and heavier than comparable f/4 zoom lenses, impacting portability and handling
−Requires heavy in-camera digital distortion correction, particularly at 24mm, affecting corner image quality
−Aperture ring currently only functional in video mode on existing EOS R models, not for stills photography

General

Brand
Canon
Release Year
2023
Production Status
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Current status of lens manufacturing (e.g., in production, discontinued).
In Production
Pro Branding
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Specific branding codes used for professional-tier lenses.
L
Lens Mount
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The lens mount will tell you what type of lens range you can fit onto the camera body. Often the same camera company will have different lens ranges for different cameras.
Canon RF
System
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Indicates which camera system the lens is designed to attach to.
Canon EOS R
Maximum Format
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Largest sensor size compatible with the lens.
Full Frame
Read our notes on general
The Canon RF 24-105mm F2.8 L IS USM Z is a groundbreaking hybrid lens that achieves the long-sought combination of a versatile 24-105mm zoom range with a constant f/2.8 aperture. Its sophisticated optical design, dual Nano USM autofocus, powerful image stabilization (5.5 stops optical, expandable to 8 stops with IBIS), and cinema-ready features like the iris ring make it an exceptional all-in-one solution for demanding professionals working in both stills and video. However, its premium $3,300 price tag, substantial size and weight, reliance on digital distortion correction, and current video-only aperture ring functionality may limit its appeal compared to more specialized zoom alternatives.

Physical

Lens Weight
1330 g
Lens Diameter
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Width of the lens at its widest point
88.5 mm
Lens Length
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How long the lens is from front to back.
199 mm
Front Filter Size
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Diameter of attachable filters.
82 mm

Optics

Focal Range
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Shortest to longest focal length of the lens (zoom range start - end )
24–105 mm
Aperture Range
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Largest aperture at the lens's shortest focal length to longest focal length (aperture range start - end)
2.8
Blades
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Number of diaphragm blades in aperture
11020
Zoom Lens
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Zoom allows you to vary the focal length, change between long shots and close-ups
Yes
Closest Focusing Distance
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Minimum distance for a subject to be in focus.
45 cm01500
Autofocus Mode
Yes

Features

Weather Sealing
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Weather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions.
Yes
Image Stabilization
Yes