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Canon RF 135mm F1.8L IS USM Lens

Name: Canon RF 135mm F1.8L IS USM Lens
Brand: Canon
SKU: 4549292207385
Price: 2599.0 GBP
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CanonSKU: 4549292207385

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Canon RF 135mm F1.8L IS USM Lens

Portrait, weddings, fashion, sports
Professional L-series
5.5 stop Image Stabilizer, USM focusing
135mm focal length: Compresses the image for flattering portraits and increased subject separation.
5-stop Optical Image Stabilizer: Shoot confidently in low light
8 maximum aperture: For low light performance and shallow depth of field
L-series: Outstanding optical design and construction
UD elements: For exceptionally sharp images with reduced chromatic aberrations
Nano USM motor: For smooth, fast and near-silent operation
ASC (Air Sphere Coating): To prevent flare and ghosting
Lens Function Buttons: Convenient and customisable for additional control, default to AF-stop
Lens control ring: For extra control over ISO, aperture and shutter Make your mark and shoot wide open with a lens that inspires. The RF 135mm F1.8L IS USM encourages you to look beyond the normal and pick out super sharp detail. Thanks to RF technology with precision optics, advanced image stabilisation and L-series build quality you can have it all – so be a depth-of-field genius.

A fast aperture telephoto with great versatility

Capture flattering portraits and details with outstanding subject separation thanks to a longer 135mm focal length and a fast f/1.8, nine-blade aperture, with remarkable depth-of-field control for beautiful bokeh.

Superb image quality, right across the frame

Count on the sharpest possible images thanks to three UD glass elements plus ASC and Super Spectra coatings while a Fluorine layer on the front element guards against dust and dirt.

An outstanding low light performer

Keep on shooting when light levels are against you thanks to a 5.5-stop Optical Image Stabilizer that increases to 8-stops with in body stabilisation on a compatible EOS R series camera.

Handling that is second nature

Stay in the moment and be at one with the lens thanks to two custom Lens Function Buttons and a Lens Control Ring that allows fine tuning and control of critical settings, plus focus breathing correction when shooting video^.

Strong, silent, dependable

Shoot it in any situation, even close up, to 0.7m (0.26x magnification). It’s an L-series lens with advanced weather sealing – and with a Nano USM motor it’s virtually silent, too.

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Optical Features / Specifications
Image Size	Full Frame
35mm Film Equivalent Focal Length (mm)	135mm
Angle of View (Horzntl, Vertl, Diagnl)	15°, 10° , 18°
Lens Construction (Elements/Groups)	17 / 12
Special Optics	3 x UD
Special Features	-
Number of Diaphragm Blades	9
Minimum Aperture	22
Closest Focusing Distance (m)	0.7
Maximum Magnification (x)	0.26
Control Ring	Yes
Image Stabilizer OIS¹	5.5
Image Stabilizer IBIS x OIS²	8
AF Actuator	Nano USM
Coatings	ASC, Super Spectra
Fluorine	Front
Accessories
Lens Cap	E-82 II
Lens Hood	ET-88B
Lens Case/Pouch	LP1319
Rear End Cap	Lens Dust Cap RF
Extender Compatibility	Not Compatible
Physical Specifications
Dust/Moisture Resistance	Yes³
Exterior Coating	-
Filter Diameter (mm)	82
Max. Diameter x Length (mm) ⁴	89.2 x 130.3
Weight (g)	935
1 Tested under CIPA standards
2 Tested under CIPA standards
3 Lenses with dust/moisture resistance are fitted with a rubber ring on the lens mount which may cause slight abrasion of the camera mount. This in no way effects either the lens or camera performance.
4 Lens dimensions when in retracted state

Understanding: Aperture

Aperture is the opening in a camera lens that controls how much light enters the camera. It's measured in f-stops like f/2.8 or f/8. Lower f-stop numbers mean wider openings, letting in more light and creating a shallow depth of field (blurry background). Higher f-stop numbers mean smaller openings, letting in less light and creating a larger depth of field (more of the scene in focus). Aperture also affects the quality of out-of-focus areas in the image (bokeh).

Understanding: Lens Types

Different lenses have different purposes to achieve different styles of images, some popular ones include:
Prime Lens: Fixed focal length, sharp images, great for portraits and dark settings.
Zoom Lens: Variable focal length, versatile for different shots and everyday use..
Wide-Angle Lens: Captures wide scenes like landscapes.
Telephoto Lens: Magnifies distant subjects, ideal for sports & wildlife.
Macro Lens: Perfect for close-up photography of small subjects.
Fisheye Lens: Ultra-wide perspective, creates unique images.

Understanding: Lens Mounts

Different camera brands use different lens mounts, which are like connectors that attach lenses to camera bodies. Each mount is specific to a particular brand and camera series. For example, Canon uses the EF and RF mounts, Nikon uses the F mount, Sony uses the E mount for its mirrorless cameras. These mounts dictate which lenses are compatible with which cameras. Some brands offer adapters to use lenses from other systems, but it's essential to ensure compatibility for proper functionality and autofocus performance.

Understanding: Manual and Autofocus

Manual focus and autofocus are two ways to adjust the sharpness of a camera lens. With manual focus, you turn a ring on the lens to bring the subject into focus yourself, giving you full control over what appears sharp in the image. Autofocus, on the other hand, relies on the camera's built-in technology to automatically adjust the focus for you, usually by detecting contrast or phase differences in the scene. Autofocus can be convenient, especially for fast-moving subjects or when you need to capture a quick shot, whereas manual focus allows for precise adjustments and creative control over the final image.