Canon Announces the Canon RF 14mm f/1.4L VCM

The latest announcement from Canon is the RF 14mm F/1.4L VCM (a high-quality ultrawide prime lens), which was introduced recently for its latest generation RF-mount mirrorless system and will be available by February 2026. Canon claims this is their fastest ever interchangeable lens (14mm f/1.4), and has been specifically designed for use in astrophotography, architecture, landscape photography, real estate photography, "hybrid" still-image and video production, and other time-lapse and/or video-related purposes.

This lens replaces the old EF 14mm f/2.8L II USM but offers significantly improved performance in low-light situations as well as a shallower depth of field. It also produces images with excellent control of distortion while still retaining sharp detail throughout the entire image (relative to where the image was taken), making this an attractive option for shooting very large landscapes or capturing very small points of light (e.g., stars) without experiencing excessive distortion.

Canon's ultra-wide-angle lenses include an optical structure made up of 18 optical parts arranged into 13 groups. This design includes one Fluorite element—the first for Canon in this type of wide-angle lens. They also contain one UD Element (Ultra-Dense) Element, a BR (Blue Spectrum Refractive) element to help eliminate chromatic aberration, as well as three Glass Moulded Aspherical elements. Canon has applied advanced optical coatings (SWC - Super Spectra Coating, ASC - Air Sphere Coating, and Fluorine) to ensure minimum flare, ghosting, and fingerprints on their ultra-wide-lens products.

The lens has a low focus breathing, making it an excellent choice for astrological/ video work that requires accurate tracking and smooth pulls. It is equipped with a Dual VCM (Voice Coil Motor) autofocus system for speedy, quiet, and precise focus; the AF function is capable of full iris control on compatible cameras such as EOS R1, R5 II, or R6 III. Note that no in-lens stabilization is available.

The weight & size of the lens (112 mm in length x 76.5-77 mm in diameter) make it much smaller and lighter than even the Sigma 14 mm f/1.4 DG DN Art Series lens (1,170 g). The ultra-wide-angle lens is also equipped with weather seals, a customisable function key, a clickable or de-clickable control ring, a sprag-lock to allow manual clicks or a video-friendly de-clickable aperture ring, and an AF/MF (Auto-Focus / Manual Focus) switch. The front element of the lens cannot accept standard screw-on filters, but a rear gel filter holder is included.

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Press Announcement

Canon Continues Wide Angle Optical Excellence with Launch of RF7-14mm F2.8-3.5 L Fisheye STM Zoom Lens and RF14mm F1.4 L VCM Prime Lens

MELVILLE, N.Y., February 4, 2025 — Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, today announced the launch of the RF7-14mm F2.8-3.5 L Fisheye STM zoom lens and the RF14mm F1.4 L VCM prime lens. Building on Canon's legacy of innovative optics, these new RF-mount lenses expand the diverse lineup for professional photographers, videographers, and hybrid creators. The RF7-14mm F2.8-3.5 L Fisheye STM zoom lens introduces the world's widest angle zoom lens1 with a 190° field of view, ideal for dynamic fisheye imagery in sports, landscapes, and virtual reality. The RF14mm F1.4 L VCM prime lens delivers Canon’s brightest ultra-wide1 angle interchangeable lens ever produced, a 14mm lens with a bright f/1.4 aperture, perfect for astro, architecture, and video applications.

Canon RF7-14mm F2.8-3.5 L Fisheye STM zoom lens redefines versatility in ultra-wide angle fisheye imaging. Continuing the heritage of the groundbreaking EF 8-15mm f/4L Fisheye USM, the world's first fisheye zoom lens2, this new RF lens pushes boundaries further for professionals seeking impactful, distorted perspectives. It supports a wide range of unique use cases including sports, landscapes, starscapes, video, and virtual reality.

Key features include:

• Canon's widest single lens3 with a maximum 190° field of view, achieving both circular 190° fisheye at 7mm (wide), and diagonal 180° fisheye at 14mm (telephoto), with its’ 7-14mm zoom range.
• Variable maximum aperture of f/2.8 at 7mm (wide) and f/3.5 at 14mm (telephoto), brighter than its EF predecessor for enhanced low-light performance and background separation.
• Built-in support of Canon EF-to-EOS R mount adapter drop-in filters (Clear, CPL, Variable ND) plus Lens Lock/Limit, Lens Function button and Control Ring.
• High image quality with 5 UD lens elements, 2 replica aspheric lenses, and Air Sphere Coating (ASC) applied in 3 locations to reduce ghosting.
• Leadscrew-type STM focus drive with position sensors for smooth, video-capable operation and reduced focus breathing (0.4% at wide, 1.5% at tele).
• Fisheye images shot with the RF7-14mm F2.8-3.5 L STM zoom lens can be converted using Canon EOS VR Utility for viewing on a PC or head-mounted display. Conversion of 2D VR images is possible with cameras such as: EOS R5C, EOS R5 Mark II, EOS R5, EOS R6 Mark II.
• This lens appeals to professional photographers and videographers seeking dynamic imagery and VR studios desiring a lens for monoscopic shooting, offering wider angle zoom, brighter aperture, and more video capabilities than the EF 8-15mm.

The Canon RF14mm F1.4 L VCM prime lens empowers professional photographers, and hybrid creators with Canon’s brightest ultra-wide-angle interchangeable lens ever produced, an extremely compact and lightweight ultra-wide lens with incredible optical performance. Updating the legacy of the EF 14mm f/2.8L II USM, this lens provides ultra-wide angle views with a fast f/1.4 aperture and controlled distortion and rectilinear characteristics from the center to image. It's designed for pro still photographers capturing landscape, astro, and starscape imagery, as well as architectural and real estate shooters, and videographers and time-lapse creators.

Key features include:

• Canon’s brightest ultra-wide-angle (14mm) interchangeable lens for hybrid Photo / Video use.
• Ultra-wide 14mm prime with f/1.4 aperture for outstanding low-light performance and background separation, brighter aperture than the EF 14mm f/2.8. Dual VCM (Voice Coil Motor) focusing for fast, precise autofocus in photo and video, with reduced focus breathing (3.0%, or 2.3% up to f/20).
• Compact and light weight at 4.4” (L) x 3.0” (D) and just 1.27lbs, providing a similar size, weight and design complimenting the comprehensive F1.4 L-series lens series (RF20mm/24mm/35mm/50mm/85mm F1.4 L VCM lenses).
• Amazing optics for high image quality and sharp rendering of point light sources with Canon’s first Fluorite element in an ultra-wide-angle lens, and featuring BR Optics, 1 UD lens, and 3 GMo aspheric lenses, plus Sub-wavelength coating in 1 location and Air Sphere coating in 2 for minimized ghosting.
• 11-blade aperture for smooth, circular bokeh.
• Iris ring compatible with EOS R1, EOS R5 Mark II, and EOS R6 Mark III cameras; plus Lens Function button and Control Ring.

Availability

The Canon RF7-14mm F2.8-3.5 L Fisheye STM zoom lens and RF14mm F1.4 L VCM prime lens are currently expected to be available by the end of February 2026, for estimated retail prices of $1,899.00 and $2,599.00 respectively4. For more information about Canon's latest innovations and products, please visit www.usa.canon.com.

1 As of February 3, 2026 according to Canon data

2 As of August 23, 2010 according to Canon data

3 Among full-frame lenses manufactured by Canon with a focal length wider than 20mm

4 Specifications, availability and prices are subject to change without notice.

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