Canon's compact RF-mount 28mm pancake — budget wide prime at near-body-cap dimensions.
The Canon RF 28mm f/2.8 STM launched in 2023 as one of Canon's most compact RF lenses — a 28mm pancake in near-body-cap dimensions. It provides affordable wide-angle coverage for the RF system at minimum size.
Optically adequate — sharp from f/5.6 with acceptable performance at f/2.8. The pancake design prioritises size over ultimate optical quality. STM motor for smooth, quiet AF. Good for video with minimal focus breathing.
Canon RF mount with 55mm filter thread. Just 120g — near body cap dimensions. No weather sealing. Minimum focus distance 23cm. Plastic construction to minimise weight. Part of Canon's compact RF prime trio concept.
Available used at budget prices. The most compact way to use an RF full-frame camera as a daily carry. Not the sharpest RF lens but the compactness is unmatched. For RF camera owners wanting a pocketable wide prime.