Canon Announces the Canon RF 7-14mm F2.8-3.5L STM Fisheye Zoom

The Canon RF 7-14mm f/2.8-3.5 L Fisheye STM has been launched by Canon, with a huge array of creative possibilities for photographers. The RF 7-14mm fisheye zoom lens is the world's first ultra-wide-angle zoom with the brand-new RFM-33 bayonet mount introduced in February of 2026. The Canon RFM-33 mount will have numerous advantages. One major benefit is the addition of a '2-to-1 top-side' (light beats glass) ratio for FISHEYE photography, to which we should add that it will allow us to create circular FISHEYE effects to break conventionally understood photography rules. At 7mm FISHEYE, the Canon RFM-33 fisheye allows taking a FISHEYE-type circle which extends beyond 180 degrees in all directions with amazing circular impressions, as well as capture 'hemispheric' spherical shapes. This lens, which provides an AHUGE amount of creative potential, gets even better from 7 to 14 mm as the distortion will seem almost nonexistent when shooting in the wide field of view.

The roofing method for the Canon RFM-33 will produce spectacular-looking images for both widely known and obscure photographic purposes. When being used for creative types (i.e., action, sport, landscape, architect, astrophotographic), with the same features and abilities as its predecessor, the EF 8-15mm F/4L FISHEYE USM,  the Canon RFM-33 will exceed all other FISHEYE Digital SLR lenses of its time. It includes 16 lens elements in 11 groups, including 2 Aspherical lens and 5 Ultra-low dispersion glass elements, plus anti-reflective coatings to eliminate reflections. In addition, this ultra-wide-angle zoom lens will have an improved aperture feature to maximize low-light applications (f/2.8 @ 7mm, f/3.5 @ 14mm), improving depth of field control, resulting in significantly increased image quality compared to previous Canon FISHEYE digital SLR camera use.

Key practical features include: a short focus distance of just 0.15m through the full zoom range (up to 0.35× magnification with 14mm), a smooth leadscrew-style STM autofocus motor with low focus breathing for video, and total weather sealing. Unlike most other fisheye designs that use a front element that will extend beyond the lens, the lens has a built-in rear drop-in filter system (also serving as a substrate). This makes it possible to mount several common types of filters, such as circular polarizers or variable ND filters without having to worry about using optics that would block or distort images.

The lens has a two function zoom lock/limit switch that allows you to lock the zoom at 7mm for circular effects with full frame cameras, or to restrict the range for APS-C style photographic efforts to fill the entire frame. It'll be compact and lightweight at just 476 grams and 109mm long, plus it works with Canon’s EOS VR Utility for converting fisheye footage into VR formats (as of late February, 2026 this lens will retail for $1,899 USD).

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Press Release

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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