Canon RF 15-35mm 2.8 L IS USM (3682C005)

The Canon RF 15-35mm f2.8L IS USM is a bright ultra-wide-angle zoom for the full-frame EOS R system. Launched alongside the RF 24-70mm f2.8L IS USM, they represent two thirds of the so-called Trinity of professional zoom lenses, with the RF 70-200mm f2.8L IS USM completing the set a few months later. Many photographers consider these three lenses (or similar) as essential purchases, and as such they’re critical members of any camera system. Rather than simply recreating a native version of the existing EF 16-35mm f2.8L III USM for the EOS R system though, Canon’s exploited the benefits of mirrorless and modern optics to produce something different. Both lenses may be similar in size and weight, but by widening the short-end to 15mm, the RF 15-35mm becomes Canon’s widest zoom with an f2.8 focal ratio and in a key advantage over the EF version, it also now includes optical image stabilisation. In my upcoming review I’ll show you what the RF 15-35mm f2.8L IS USM is capable of, while also directly comparing the features and quality against the existing EF 16-35mm f2.8L III USM. In the meantime, check out my sample images with the RF lens.