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Canon RF 24-50mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM

An ultra-compact standard zoom designed as the lightest kit option for Canon's entry-level RF full-frame bodies like the EOS R8 and RP. At just 210g, the RF 24-50mm covers the most-used everyday range with optical IS and quiet STM autofocus. A practical, affordable choice for photographers prioritising a small, light kit over maximum aperture.

GearFrame's Take

The lightest standard zoom in the RF full-frame lineup — at 210g the RF 24-50mm is an affordable, practical kit lens for entry-level full-frame bodies, trading aperture speed for portability and price.

Starting from
£374 new
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Core
Released
2023
Aperture
f/4.5-6.3 (variable max aperture)
Compatible Mount
Canon RF
Dimensions
69.2mm diameter × 51.3mm length
Weight
210g
Weather Sealed
No
Optics & Focus
AF Motor
STM — quiet and smooth for stills and video
Optical IS
5-stop optical IS
Min. Focus Distance
0.2m minimum focus distance

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GearScore™ — Suitability by Genre
Travel
9.0
Casual
7.0
Great For
✈️
Travel At 210g this is the lightest way to cover the everyday 24-50mm range on a full-frame RF body — ideal for travel.
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Casual A practical, affordable everyday lens that covers the most commonly used focal lengths.
⚠️ 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. See our full methodology →
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