Lens Details
Canon
RF 135mm f/1.8 L IS USM
$2,199~
MSRP (prices vary)
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Released: December 8, 2022
Highlights
- Designed for Canon RF, a full-frame 135mm f/1.8 telephoto prime that is built for distant subjects and compression.
- A fast f/1.8 maximum aperture gives smooth background blur and excellent low-light reach.
- Weather-sealed against dust and moisture, optical stabilization for sharper handheld shots, and it is moderately sized at 935g.
Who it's for
The Canon RF 135mm f/1.8 L IS USM is a 135mm f/1.8 prime lens — a zoom option. Here's what it's best at and what to keep in mind.
Best for
- ✓Portraits and low light — a fast f/1.8 aperture for blurred backgrounds.
- ✓Handheld stills and video — optical stabilisation smooths shake.
- ✓Outdoor and travel use — a weather-sealed build.
135mm
Focal Length
f/1.8
Max Aperture
Full-Frame
Coverage
○
Stabilized
935g
Weight
82mm
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Full Specifications
Optical Design
| Focal Length | 135mm |
|---|---|
| Lens Type | Prime |
| Optical Elements | 17 |
| Optical Groups | 12 |
Aperture & Iris
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.8 |
|---|---|
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 |
| Aperture Blades | 11 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes |
Coverage & Angle
| Format Coverage | Full-Frame |
|---|---|
| Lens Mount | Canon RF |
| Angle of View | 18° – 18° |
| 35mm Equivalent | − |
Focus
| Autofocus | Yes |
|---|---|
| Focus Motor | Dual Nano USM |
| Focus Limiter | No |
| AF/MF Switch | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 70 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.26x |
Stabilization & Video
| Optical Stabilization | Yes |
|---|---|
| Aperture Ring | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No |
| Parfocal | No |
| Internal Zoom | No |
General
| Price (MSRP) | $2,199 |
|---|---|
| Filter Size | 82mm |
| Diameter | 89.2mm |
| Length | 130.3mm |
| Weight | 935g (2.06 lb) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No |
