A true modern classic: a standard wide-angle lens loved by reporter photographers for its natural perspective, low-light capability, and outstanding optical performance.
Wide angle vision with a natural perspective.
A classic 35mm, slightly wide-angle focal length, adored by documentary photographers for its ability to capture a subject within its surroundings without distorting perspective.
Excellent low light performance and depth of field control
A large maximum aperture of f / 1.4 allows more light in two stops than an f / 2.8 zoom lens, making it an ideal lens for handheld shooting in low light conditions.
Shooting in wide apertures allows photographers to limit depth of field. Creating such shallow focus effects is one of the ways a subject can be made to stand out against a background, and is particularly effective when combined with the lens’ wide-angle field of view.
The nine-blade aperture of the lens makes out-of-focus areas smooth and natural.
Set new standards in image quality.
Blue Spectrum’s refractive optics, made from an organic optical material developed by Canon, addresses the color stripe by correcting chromatic aberrations to an extent that was previously not possible.
Ultra Low Dispersion (UD) optics and two aspherical lens elements deliver incredible sharpness throughout the frame, even when the lens is used fully open.
The mid-wavelength structure coating increases contrast and protects against reflections and ghost images when shooting at light.
Focuses quickly and discreetly.
Ring-type USM autofocus establishes precise focus quickly and almost silently, allowing you to work without disturbing the scene.
Full-time manual focus allows focus adjustments without changing focus mode or removing the camera from the eye.
Keep shooting even in difficult conditions.
Canon’s legendary L-series build quality inspires confidence and adds durability. The weatherproof seal protects against dust and moisture, while a fluorine coating protects the front and rear of the lens from grease and dirt, and makes cleaning easy.
