RF 24-105MM F2.8L IS USM Z
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Canon RF 24-105mm F2.8L IS USM Z

A professional 24-105mm zoom lens for filmmaking and stills, combining uncompromised engineering, a fast and bright f/2.8 aperture plus exceptional sharpness, ideal for hybrid workflows.

BRING YOUR WORLDS TOGETHER

The RF 24-105mm F2.8L IS USM Z unites the worlds of broadcast, cinema and photography. A pioneering lens for the hybrid age, it offers filmmakers and photographers the very best image quality and lens performance. With a constant f/2.8 aperture for breathtaking bokeh, as well as reduced focus breathing and electronic parfocal performance, it sets the new standard for all content creators.

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RF 24-105MM F2.8L IS USM Z
RF 24-105MM F2.8L IS USM Z
RF 24-105MM F2.8L IS USM Z
RF 24-105MM F2.8L IS USM Z
RF 24-105MM F2.8L IS USM Z
RF 24-105MM F2.8L IS USM Z
RF 24-105MM F2.8L IS USM Z
RF 24-105MM F2.8L IS USM Z
RF 24-105MM F2.8L IS USM Z
RF 24-105MM F2.8L IS USM Z

  • Iris Ring

    Providing smooth manual iris control when filming

  • Iris Ring Lock Release Switch

    Lock into the Auto Mode position when capturing photos, or unlock for smooth iris control when capturing videos

  • Control Ring

    Customisable for intuitive control over settings

  • Non-extending barrel

    Internal zoom mechanism keeps lens length consistent

  • Optical Image Stabilisation

    Achieve up to 5.5-stop of image stabilisation.

  • Removable tripod mount

    For mounting to tripods and monopods

  • Lens Function buttons

    Two user assignable buttons offer shooting versatility

  • Dual Nano USM motors

    Offering speed and accuracy for stills and video. Achieve professional electronic parfocal focus while zooming, and focus breathing suppression

  • Tripod collar locking knob

    Rotate and lock in the camera orientation when mounting the lens on a tripod

  • Smooth Action Iris Ring with Circular 11-blade Aperture

    Enjoy beautiful circular bokeh throughout the zoom range

  • Power Zoom Adapter (optional)

    Achieve smooth and precise zooming via optional PZ-E2 & PZ-E2B adapters

  • Exceptional Image Quality

    Perfect for capturing high resolution images and 8K videos

  • Weather sealing

    Use in all weathers thanks to envivonmental sealing

  • USB-C interface

    Power the adapter for maximum zoom speed/longer operating times

  • Wide-Telephoto zoom buttons

    Offering intuitive operation of the zoom function

  • 20-pin interface (PZ-E2B only)

    Enables the connection of Canon's Zoom Servo Grip and Focus/Zoom demands

  • Zoom speed adjustment dial

    Adjust and set the speed of the zoom operation

  • Zoom mode switch

    Select between Servo or Manual zoom

  • LH-E1 Lens Support

    This optional accessory allows for sturdy support of the lens when rigged.

  • Thumb Rest

    Allows for comfortable positioning of your thumb when operating the lens (Included with POWER ZOOM ADAPTER PZ-E2 & POWER ZOOM ADAPTER PZ-E2B)

A PROFESSIONAL ZOOM READY FOR ANYTHING

Whether it’s stills or video, this lens will perform brilliantly in any situation thanks to a fast f/2.8 aperture for great depth of field control, a versatile zoom range to cover all situations and filmmaking features for cinema quality movies.

Short film and documentary

Fast and quiet, ideal for single operator filming where there is no time to change lenses. Optional power zoom enhances smooth zoom technique.

Wedding and events

Produce high quality stills and video with one lens and respond to all the events of the day even in low light.

Portraits

11-blade aperture for stunning out-of-focus highlights, plus incredible sharpness and colour accuracy.

FLEXIBLE. AGILE. BRILLIANT

Never again choose between range and aperture. With a constant f/2.8 from 24mm up to 105mm in one lens, this zoom has got you covered.

24mm

105mm

RF 24-105MM F2.8L IS USM Z

Be more creative with a constant f/2.8 aperture

Achieve incredible results with superb depth-of-field control, even when light levels drop. A 24-105mm focal length and 5.5-stop Optical Image Stabilizer (8-stops co-ordinated IBIS and OIS) sets new standards for video and stills capture.

Capture sharp, high contrast images

Four UD elements correct chromatic aberration while three Aspherical lenses negate spherical aberrations. Rely on ASC and Super Spectra Coating to reduce ghosting and flare while Fluorine protection on the front element helps reduce dirt on the lens surface.

RF 24-105MM F2.8L IS USM Z
RF 24-105MM F2.8L IS USM Z

Adjust aperture faster and more intuitively

Use the Iris Ring when shooting video for manual aperture control and enjoy a smooth and quiet operation. A lock release switch enables the Iris ring to be locked into the Auto position for photography, and unlocked for smooth aperture adjustments, perfect for filmmaking.

POWERFUL OPTICAL IMAGE STABILIZATION

5.5-stop Optical Image Stabilizer (8-stops co-ordinated IBIS and OIS) sets new standards for versatile stills and video.

RF 24-105mm

Fast auto focus for video and stills

Dual Nano USM motors perform equally brilliantly for both stills and video, enabling a professional electronic parfocal focus capability while zooming2, and focus breathing suppression to maintain a consistent field-of-view when shooting movies.

RF 24-105MM F2.8L IS USM Z
RF 24-105MM F2.8L IS USM Z

Shoot with confidence and flexibility

Get in tight to your subject and focus down to 0.45m for that frame-filling close-up. Two customisable lens function buttons and a useful Control Ring give further control options such as pausing AF when in AF Servo mode.

Zoom smoother and remotely

Operate the optional Power Zoom Adapters PZ-E2 or PZ-E2B by hand or remotely, via Canon's Camera Connect / EOS Utility applications, Browser Remote function or over IP using Canon’s XC Protocol with compatible cameras. The 20-pin interface (PZ-E2B only) offers additional support for Canon's Zoom / Focus demands and Zoom Servo Grip.

RF 24-105MM F2.8L IS USM Z

Specifications

  • 24-105mm F2.8 standard zoom

    Professional standard zoom for video and stills

  • Smooth action Iris Ring

    With Auto Mode position iris lock

  • 11-blade circular aperture

    For creative control of Bokeh and highlights

  • Image Stabilisation

    5.5-stops Optical, 8-stops Combined 1

  • Aspheric and UD elements

    For high image quality with maximum sharpness

  • Dual Nano USM motor

    For smooth, fast and quiet autofocus

  • Custom buttons and Control ring

    For easy customisation and control over camera settings

  • Optional Power Zoom Adapters

    For smooth operation and zoom control

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RF 24-105mm F2.8L IS USM Z COMPARED

A quick at-a-glance guide to see how the RF 24-105mm F2.8L IS USM Z compares to other RF lenses

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Focal range

24-105mm
24-70mm
24-105mm

Maximum constant aperture

f/2.8
f/2.8
f/4

Special optics

2 x GMo aspherical,
1 x replica ashperical, 4 x UD
3 x GMo Aspherical, 3 x UD
3 x GMo Aspherical, 1 x UD

Iris ring

Yes (for video, with smooth operation)
No
No

No. of diaphragm blades

11
9
9

Special features

Electronic Parfocal Performance
Focus Breathing Suppression
Lens Function buttons
-
-

Closest focussing distance (m)

0.45m
0.21
0.45

Maximum magnification (x)

0.29x
0.30x
0.24x

Image stabilizer: No. Stops Lens OIS only1

5.5
5
5

Image stabilizer: No. Stops IBIS x OIS1

8
8
8

AF actuator

Dual Nano USM
Nano USM
Nano USM

Filter diameter (mm)

82
82
77

Max. diameter x length (mm)

88.5 x 199
88.5 x 125.72
83.5 x 107.32

Weight (g)

1430
900
700

Tripod mount

Removable foot with lockable rotating collar
No
No

Servo / Power Zoom (optional accessory)

Power Zoom Adapter PZ-E2
Power Zoom Adapter PZ-E2B
No
No

  1. When using a camera featuring In-Body Image Stabilisation (IBIS) according to CIPA standards.
  2. Lens dimensions when in retracted state
RF 24-105mm F2.8L IS USM Z

What’s in the box?

Everything you need in a lens for uncompromised hybrid video and stills

  • RF 24-105mm F2.8L IS USM Z Lens

  • Lens Hood EW-88E

  • Lens Case LZ1326(B)

  • Lens Cap E-82 II

  • Dust Cap RF

  • User Manual

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    Power up your compatible Hybrid RF zoom lens with this optional power zoom adapter, delivering smooth and precise zoom control with the flexibility of remote operation.
  • Lens Holder LH-E1

    Accessories

    Lens Holder LH-E1
    This accessory allows for sturdy support of compatible lenses when mounted to a rig.

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