Canon

RF 35mm f/1.8 IS STM Macro

The Canon RF 35mm f/1.8 IS STM Macro is a uniquely versatile wide prime — a 35mm f/1.8 with 5-stop optical IS and a 0.5× macro capability that covers everything from street photography to close-up work. Compact, affordable for the RF system, and an ideal everyday lens for R-series shooters.

Typical Price
£449–£499
Average price across retailers: ~£474
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Core
Released
2018
Aperture
Canon RF mount (full-frame)
Compatible Mount
52mm filter thread
Dimensions
74.4mm diameter × 62.8mm length
Weight
305g
Weather Sealed
No
Performance
AF Motor
STM (Lead-screw type) — quiet for video
Optical IS
Optical IS — 5 stops
Burst Rate
N/A
Battery Life
N/A
Optics
Min. Focus Distance
N/A — lens
Viewfinder
N/A
Screen
N/A
Memory Cards
N/A
Connectivity
N/A

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Suitability Score by Genre
Travel
9.0
Street
9.0
Landscape
7.0
Great For
✈️
Travel Compact, light, and IS-equipped — the ideal travel prime for R-series shooters.
🏙️
Street 35mm natural perspective and compact size suit street photography perfectly.
🏔️
Landscape IS aids handheld landscape shooting. 35mm is a natural wide perspective.
⚠️ Not Ideal For

No significant limitations identified — this is a versatile camera without obvious weak spots for most shooters.

📝 How suitability scores are calculated Scores reflect the aggregated consensus from verified purchaser reviews across tracked UK retailers, weighted by photography genre tags applied by reviewers. This is community opinion — not GearFrame editorial assessment.
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