Canon RF 135mm f/1.8L IS USM
Canon Nov 2022
Canon Full Frame

Canon RF 135mm f/1.8L IS USM

This is a full-frame prime lens for Canon RF, covering 135 mm and a maximum aperture of f/1.8. It weighs 935 g, is weather-sealed and includes optical stabilization, and was released in 2022. That combination suits portrait and low-light photography.

It 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.

f/1.8
Aperture
135mm
Focal
935 g
Weight
Nov 2022
Released
Canon site

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Good for portraitlow-light
Lowlight
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Specification

Manufacturer data
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

Wide open at 2 m, background blur ≈ 15% of the frame width

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Sample frames

Shot on the Canon RF 135mm f/1.8L IS USM
They only come out at night
01 They only come out at night by Ed's EOS
Sabi \u5bc2
02 Sabi \u5bc2 by Ed's EOS
Steam
03 Steam by Ed's EOS
Deisel Mechanic
04 Deisel Mechanic by Ed's EOS
Videographer
05 Videographer by Ed's EOS
Luthier
06 Luthier by Ed's EOS
Manager
07 Manager by Ed's EOS
Rawit in \u00d6l
08 Rawit in \u00d6l by PaulovicPhotography
Mixed feelings
09 Mixed feelings by Pascal Volk
Small and larger chestnuts
10 Small and larger chestnuts by Pascal Volk
Little Dog
11 Little Dog by Nadine Delfs
hearts aflutter
12 hearts aflutter by jonesography
250726 Akkerdistel (Cirsium arvense)
13 250726 Akkerdistel (Cirsium arvense) by henk472
250726 Wilg
14 250726 Wilg by henk472
15 by jonesography
Summer vibes in b&w
16 Summer vibes in b&w by CGR62
17 by jonesography
18 by jonesography
19 by jonesography
Logistics
20 Logistics by Ed's EOS
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Video reviews

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