Full Specifications
| Focal Length | 14mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.4 |
| Lens Mount | Canon RF |
| Weight | 578g |
| Dimensions | 76.5 x 112 mm |
| Diaphragm Blades | 11 blades |
What Users Think
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness across the frame, even at wide apertures.
- Excellent performance in low-light conditions due to the f/1.4 aperture.
- Great for astrophotography with minimal coma and distortion.
- Lightweight and compact design improves portability for travel photographers.
- Fast and reliable autofocus, particularly beneficial for video use.
- Rear filter holder allows for creative control over light and effects.
- Hay ejemplo de disparos que muestran rendimiento estelar en astrofotografía.
Cons
- High price point, making it less accessible for casual photographers.
- Some users reported minor issues with coma at extreme angles, though generally mitigated with post-processing.
- No image stabilization, which can be a drawback for handheld shooting in low light.
- Reportedly heavier than some competing lenses, which might be a concern for portability.
Community Verdict
The Canon RF 14mm f/1.4L VCM lens is well-received by the community, especially for its sharpness and low-light performance, making it an excellent choice for astrophotography and creative shooting. However, its cost and lack of image stabilization may deter some users.
"{'text': 'The quintessential wide astrophotography lens is finally here.', 'context': 'User expressing excitement about the lens in response to its release on r/canon.'}"
- Reddit user
"{'text': 'The image quality improvement is substantial for astrophotography, especially with minimal coma.', 'context': "User discussing the lens's performance for night sky photography in an r/canon thread."}"
- Reddit user
"{'text': "For Instagram, the differences won't be significant.", 'context': "User's take on the practical differences the lens may make for social media in an r/canon discussion."}"
- Reddit user
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