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Canon RF 35mm F1.4 L VCM
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Canon · f/1.4 · Canon RF mount

Canon RF 35mm F1.4 L VCM

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KEY FACTS
BrandCanon
Release Year2024
Production StatusIn Production
Pro BrandingL
Lens MountCanon RF
What We Like
+Excellent sharpness across the frame from f/1.4 through f/8
+31% lighter than the EF 35mm F1.4L II at only 555g with compact size
+Dual-motor autofocus system (Nano USM + VCM) provides fast, quiet focus ideal for both stills and video
+Minimal focus breathing makes it excellent for cinema-quality video work
+Weather-sealed L-series construction for professional durability
+Smooth cinematic bokeh with 11 aperture blades
Worth Knowing
−Significant distortion and vignetting require lens correction profiles in post-processing
−Lower maximum magnification (0.18x) than predecessor EF version (0.21x)
−Aperture ring for stills only works on 2024+ camera bodies; limited functionality on older EOS R models
−VCM magnetic field emits low-level radiation; users with pacemakers should consult doctors

General

Brand
Canon
Release Year
2024
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 RF35mm F1.4 L VCM is an entirely new L-series lens targeting both still-image and video shooters with a fast f/1.4 maximum aperture and excellent optical design. The center performance is already excellent at f/1.4, and the near-center performance is also very impressive. The lens is 31% lighter than the EF 35mm F1.4L II, weighing only 555g compared to 760g. It's the first Canon lens featuring a Voice Coil Motor (VCM) combined with Nano-USM, where the high-thrust VCM actuates the heavy focusing lens group while Nano USM actuates the lightweight floating lens for extremely fast, reliable and quiet autofocus.

Physical

Lens Weight
555 g

Optics

Focal Range
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Shortest to longest focal length of the lens (zoom range start - end )
35 mm
Aperture Range
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Largest aperture at the lens's shortest focal length to longest focal length (aperture range start - end)
1.4
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
No
Closest Focusing Distance
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Minimum distance for a subject to be in focus.
28 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