Your ultra-wide lens for brighter stories
The Canon RF 20mm f/1.4L VCM Lens is an ultra-wide hybrid prime lens that brings your creative vision to life, whether you're shooting stunning landscapes, cityscapes, or capturing cinematic moments. With a bright f/1.4 aperture, this lens excels in low light, allowing you to shoot in darker conditions without sacrificing quality. The 20mm focal length offers a wide-angle perspective that captures breathtaking scenes, while its compact and lightweight design makes it a versatile option for both stills and video. Built to withstand professional demands, this lens combines exceptional sharpness, a smooth autofocus system, and excellent control features that make it an essential tool for hybrid photographers and videographers.
The Perfect Lens For:
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Landscape photographers who need a bright, ultra-wide lens for dramatic scenery.
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Short film and documentary makers looking for a versatile lens with smooth autofocus and manual control options for seamless transitions.
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Architectural photographers who need to capture expansive cityscapes or tight interiors with minimal distortion.
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Content creators who want a durable, weather-sealed lens for both indoor and outdoor shoots.
Key Features:
- 20mm f/1.4 hybrid prime lens: Wide-angle perspective with a fast f/1.4 aperture for brighter, more detailed shots.
- 11-blade circular aperture: Delivers beautiful, cinematic bokeh and smooth highlights.
- Voice Coil Motor (VCM): Ultra-fast, silent autofocus for both stills and video.
- Aspheric, Super UD and BR lens elements: Ensure outstanding sharpness and reduced chromatic aberration across the frame.
- Smooth, click-free Iris Ring: Perfect for video shooters who need seamless aperture adjustments.
- Customisable Control Ring and Lens Function button: Tailor the lens to your shooting style with intuitive, manual controls.
- Compact and lightweight: Ideal for on-the-go shooting without sacrificing quality or durability.
- Weather-sealed and fluorine-coated: Ready for professional use in challenging outdoor conditions.
- 0.2m minimum focus distance: Get close to your subject and capture intricate details in wide-angle shots.+
Ultra-wide and ultra-bright
The RF 20mm f/1.4L VCM is designed to help you take control of wide-angle compositions. Whether you’re shooting in low light or bright daylight, the fast f/1.4 aperture lets you create beautiful, well-lit shots, no matter the conditions.
Cinematic quality with stunning detail
This lens is built to provide exceptional image quality. It incorporates the latest optical technologies to minimise focus breathing, while the 11-blade aperture creates beautiful, soft bokeh and smooth transitions between light and dark areas, perfect for both video and still photography.
Precise control for every frame
The RF 20mm f/1.4L VCM offers an Iris Ring for smooth, precise aperture control, a Control Ring for easy adjustments to camera settings, and a Lens Function button that can be customised for extra control when shooting video.
Built for professionals
Canon’s L-series lenses are known for their rugged construction and reliability, and this one is no exception. With weather-sealing and a fluorine coating on the front element, the RF 20mm f/1.4L VCM is designed to withstand the elements and keep performing in demanding environments.
What’s in the box?
- RF 20mm f/1.4L VCM Lens
- Lens Hood EW-73H
- Lens Case LP1219
- Lens Cap E-67 II
- Dust Cap RF
- Rear Filter Holder
- User Manual
TFC’s Verdict:
The Canon RF 20mm f/1.4L VCM is an exceptional lens that offers both incredible versatility and outstanding image quality. Its wide-angle perspective is perfect for capturing expansive landscapes, architectural details, or cinematic video sequences. The fast f/1.4 aperture makes it ideal for low-light situations, and the VCM motor ensures quick, silent autofocus that’s a must for both photographers and videographers. With its durable, weather-sealed build and seamless integration into the Canon RF system, it’s the ideal choice for anyone who needs a reliable, high-performance lens for hybrid shooting. Whether you’re a professional or an enthusiastic content creator, this lens will elevate your photography and videography to new heights.
MPN: 7023C005
