7Artisans 24 mm f/1.4 § 03 Head to head
7Artisans 24 mm f/1.4 vs Canon RF 24 mm f/1.4L VCM
7Artisans 24mm f/1.4 is 171 g lighter. Canon 24mm f/1.4 focuses 6 cm closer.
The 7Artisans 24 mm f/1.4 is a 24mm f/1.4 prime, and the Canon RF 24 mm f/1.4L VCM is a 24mm f/1.4 prime. On paper they trade blows, with 3 advantages each.
7Artisans 24 mm f/1.4 
Canon RF 24 mm f/1.4L VCM 01
Key differences
Why is the 7Artisans 24 mm f/1.4 better than the Canon RF 24 mm f/1.4L VCM?
- 171 g lighter (344 g vs 515 g)
- 16 mm shorter (61 mm vs 76.5 mm long)
- Smaller filter thread (49 mm vs 67 mm)
Why is the Canon RF 24 mm f/1.4L VCM better than the 7Artisans 24 mm f/1.4?
- Focuses 6 cm closer (0.24 m vs 0.3 m)
- More aperture blades (11 vs 9)
- Newer design (2024 vs 2023)
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Which should you buy?
- landscape For landscape photography, the 7Artisans 24 mm f/1.4 has the edge: it is 171 g lighter to carry.
- architecture For architecture, the 7Artisans 24 mm f/1.4 has the edge: it is 171 g lighter to carry.
- street For street photography, the 7Artisans 24 mm f/1.4 has the edge: it is 171 g lighter to carry.
- travel For travel, the 7Artisans 24 mm f/1.4 has the edge: it is 171 g lighter to carry.
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Specification
| Specification | 7Artisans 24 mm f/1.4 | Canon RF 24 mm f/1.4L VCM |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 24mm | 24mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.4 |
| Minimum aperture | f/16 | f/16 |
| Lens type | Prime lens | Prime lens |
| Format | Full frame | Full frame |
| Weight | 344 g ◆ | 515 g |
| Dimensions | 65 x 61 mm | 99.3 x 76.5 mm |
| Minimum focusing distance | 0.3 m | 0.24 m ◆ |
| Image stabilization | No | No |
| Aperture ring | No | No |
| Aperture blades | 9 | 11 ◆ |
| Optical construction | 7 elements / 6 groups | 15 elements / 11 groups |
| Filter size | 49 mm ◆ | 67 mm |
| Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds, Sony E, Nikon Z, Canon RF, Fujifilm X, Canon EF-M | Canon RF |
| Released | 2023 | 2024 |
| Price | — | $1,499 launch price |
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Size
- A · 7Artisans
- B · Canon
- 61 × 65 mm
- 76.5 × 99.3 mm
The Canon RF 24 mm f/1.4L VCM is 15 mm longer and 171 g heavier than the 7Artisans 24 mm f/1.4.
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Sample frames
7Artisans 24 mm f/1.4
Canon RF 24 mm f/1.4L VCM
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Video reviews
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Questions
- Which is lighter, the 7Artisans 24 mm f/1.4 or the Canon RF 24 mm f/1.4L VCM?
- The 7Artisans 24 mm f/1.4 weighs 344 g, 171 g less than the Canon RF 24 mm f/1.4L VCM (515 g).
- Which focuses closer, the 7Artisans 24 mm f/1.4 or the Canon RF 24 mm f/1.4L VCM?
- The Canon RF 24 mm f/1.4L VCM focuses down to 0.24 m, against 0.3 m for the 7Artisans 24 mm f/1.4.
- Do the 7Artisans 24 mm f/1.4 and the Canon RF 24 mm f/1.4L VCM have image stabilization?
- No, neither lens has optical image stabilization; rely on in-body stabilization if your camera has it.
- Is the 7Artisans 24 mm f/1.4 or the Canon RF 24 mm f/1.4L VCM better for landscape photography?
- For landscape photography, the 7Artisans 24 mm f/1.4 has the edge: it is 171 g lighter to carry.
- Is the 7Artisans 24 mm f/1.4 or the Canon RF 24 mm f/1.4L VCM better for architecture?
- For architecture, the 7Artisans 24 mm f/1.4 has the edge: it is 171 g lighter to carry.
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