Cinematic Control Meets Optical Precision

The ultra-bright f/1.4 aperture allows for exceptional low-light performance and stunning depth of field control, ideal for narrative filmmaking, documentaries, and creative portraiture. An 11-blade circular iris produces smooth, cinematic bokeh, while minimal focus breathing ensures stable, distraction-free focus transitions in video applications.

Designed with hybrid workflows in mind, the lens features a manual iris control ring—a first for Canon RF primes—allowing smooth aperture adjustments during shooting. The focus ring supports full-time manual override, giving videographers and photographers precise tactile control.

Next-Gen Autofocus

For seamless, silent, and fast autofocus, Canon has paired a Nano USM motor for floating focus with a Voice Coil Motor (VCM) driving the rear focus group. This dual-motor system offers rapid, near-silent operation, perfect for both handheld and rig-mounted setups.

L-Series Optical Excellence

The lens’s advanced optical design includes:

• Two Ultra-Low Dispersion (UD) elements to reduce chromatic aberration
• Two Aspherical elements for edge-to-edge sharpness and reduced distortion
• Air Sphere Coating (ASC) and Super Spectra Coating (SSC) for minimal flare and ghosting
• Fluorine-coated front element to repel water, oil, and dust

Together, these technologies ensure crystal-clear image fidelity with accurate color rendering, even in backlit or high-contrast conditions.

Built for Professionals

• Weather-sealed L-series construction for durability in harsh shooting environments
• Minimal focus breathing for smooth, natural video focus transitions
• Detachable rear gel filter holder for creative in-camera effects or ND filtration