VCM & Nano USM

Experience lightning-fast and pinpoint-accurate autofocus with the revolutionary RF50mm f/1.4L VCM. Harnessing the power of a Voice Coil Motor (VCM), this cutting-edge actuator seamlessly transforms electrical energy into kinetic force through a magnetic field.

While the VCM propels the heavier focusing lens group, the Nano USM drives the floating lens. These two work in perfect harmony to deliver swift and precise autofocus that operates very smoothly and quietly, ideal for recording videos.

Aspherical Lenses

In order to achieve superior image quality, the RF50mm f/1.4L VCM uses one glass-molded (GMo) aspherical lens and one replica aspheric lens to suppress spherical aberration and image distortion.

UD Lens

The RF50mm f/1.4L VCM uses one single Ultra-Low Dispersion (UD) lens element with low refraction and low dispersion, reducing axial and chromatic aberrations to deliver higher image quality.

Air Sphere Coating

Air Sphere Coating (ASC) with anti-reflection technology suppresses ghosting and reduces flare for clear and high contrast images even when shooting backlit subjects.

Mesmerising Bokeh

The large f/1.4 aperture, paired with its 11-blade circular design, creates beautifully smooth bokeh and a cinematic out-of-focus effect. It also allows for faster shutter speeds or lower ISO settings, making it perfect for capturing crisp images even in low-light conditions.

Superior Quality Up-Close

Experience stunning, edge-to-edge clarity, even in close-up shots, with up to 0.15x magnification and a minimum focusing distance of just 0.4m.

Capture beauty in every detail, no matter how close you get.

Iris Ring

The RF50mm f/1.4L VCM’s iris ring offers the intuitive control that filmmakers love.

It allows precise, physical aperture adjustments just like a true cinema lens for you to craft the perfect lighting for your creative vision.

Lens Function Button

The customisable Lens Function button puts control at your fingertips, providing quick access to essential functions such as autofocus, exposure, connectivity, and more.

This feature allows you to effortlessly adapt to changing scenes to capture the perfect shot.

Customisable Focus Ring

The lens has a dedicated focusing ring for manual focus which you can also customise for various functions similar to the control ring when paired with compatible cameras.

Control Ring

Canon's distinctive knurled control ring allows you to control AF area, shutter speed, aperture, exposure compensation, ISO, white balance, colour temperature and even Picture Style.

Dust & Drip Resistance

The lens has a dust- and drip-resistant construction that keeps dust and water droplets out.

Fluorine Coating

A smudge-resistant fluorine coating is applied on the front lens, preventing moisture and oil from sticking.