Canon RF 16mm F2.8 STM vs Canon EF 50mm F1.8 STM
This is a full comparison between the lenses Canon RF 16mm F2.8 STM and Canon EF 50mm F1.8 STM.
Compare Specifications
Product |
Canon RF 16mm F2.8 STM |
Canon EF 50mm F1.8 STM |
| Name | Canon RF 16mm F2.8 STM | Canon EF 50mm F1.8 STM |
| Manufacturer | Canon | Canon |
| SKU | 0570C002 | |
Release Date and Price |
Canon RF 16mm F2.8 STM |
Canon EF 50mm F1.8 STM |
| Release Year | 2021 | 2015 |
| Release Date | 2021-09-14 | 2015-05-11 |
| MSRP | N/A | N/A |
| Last known price | 249 USD | 125 USD |
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Lens Type |
Canon RF 16mm F2.8 STM |
Canon EF 50mm F1.8 STM |
| Lens Type | Wide Angle Lens | Standard / Normal |
| Zoom or Prime | Prime lens (no zoom) | Prime lens (no zoom) |
Mount and Compatibility |
Canon RF 16mm F2.8 STM |
Canon EF 50mm F1.8 STM |
| Mount | Canon RF | Canon EF |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | No (Suitable for all sensors) | No (Suitable for all sensors) |
Focus |
Canon RF 16mm F2.8 STM |
Canon EF 50mm F1.8 STM |
| Autofocus (AF) | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes | Yes |
| Motor Type | Stepper motor | Stepper motor |
| Focus Method | No information | No information |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 13 cm | 35 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | 0,26 | 0,21 |
Aperture |
Canon RF 16mm F2.8 STM |
Canon EF 50mm F1.8 STM |
| Maximum Aperture | F2,8 | F1,8 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 7 |
Optics |
Canon RF 16mm F2.8 STM |
Canon EF 50mm F1.8 STM |
| Construction | 9 elements / 7 groups | 6 elements / 5 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | 1 aspherical element, Super Spectra Coating | No information |
Focal Length |
Canon RF 16mm F2.8 STM |
Canon EF 50mm F1.8 STM |
| Focal Length | 16 mm | 50 mm |
| Zoom Range | None (Prime lens) No Zoom available. |
None (Prime lens) No Zoom available. |
| Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
| Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
| Image Stabilization | No | No |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | N/A | N/A |
Physical |
Canon RF 16mm F2.8 STM |
Canon EF 50mm F1.8 STM |
| Weather Sealing | No | No |
| Diameter | 40 mm | 69 mm |
| Length | 69 mm | 39 mm |
| Weight | 165 gr | 159 gr |
Other |
Canon RF 16mm F2.8 STM |
Canon EF 50mm F1.8 STM |
| Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
| Filter Diameter | 43 mm | 49 mm |
| Lens Hood | Not Included | Not Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | EW-65C | ES-68 |
| Tripod Collar | N/A | N/A |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |
