Canon RF 135mm f/1.8L IS USM

Canon RF 135mm f/1.8L IS USM

Telephoto prime with bright aperture, optical stabilization, weather sealing for Portraits, low-light photography, indoor sports.

Telephoto prime lens f/1.8 rf-mount
Portrait
Portrait
Lowlight
Lowlight

Lens Review: Canon RF 135mm f/1.8L IS USM

The Canon RF 135mm f/1.8L IS USM is a high-performance telephoto prime lens designed for Canon's RF-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras. Its bright f/1.8 maximum aperture allows for exceptional low-light performance and the creation of a shallow depth of field, making it ideal for portrait photography. The lens features an advanced optical design with 17 elements in 12 groups, including three Ultra-Low Dispersion (UD) elements to minimize chromatic aberrations and enhance image clarity. The built-in Optical Image Stabilizer provides up to 5.5 stops of shake correction, which can be extended to 8 stops when paired with EOS R series cameras featuring In-Body Image Stabilization (IBIS). The Nano USM autofocus system ensures fast, smooth, and quiet focusing, suitable for both still photography and video recording. Additionally, the lens includes customizable control rings and lens function buttons for enhanced operational flexibility. Its robust L-series construction with weather sealing ensures durability and reliability in various shooting conditions.

Specifications

Lens type
Telephoto prime lens
Max Format size
Full Frame
Focal length
135 mm
Image stabilization
Yes (up to 5.5 stops)
Lens mount
Canon RF
Maximum aperture
f/1.8
Minimum aperture
f/22
Aperture ring
No
Number of diaphragm blades
9 (rounded)
Optical construction
17 elements in 12 groups
Minimum focusing distance
0.7 m (2.3 ft)
Maximum magnification
0.26x
Filter size
82 mm
Dimensions
89.2 mm (diameter) x 130.3 mm (length)
Weight
935 g (2.06 lbs)
Weather sealing
Yes
Usage
portrait, lowlight

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Sample Images

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Small and larger chestnuts

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Little Dog

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Logistics

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