Canon RF 24-105mm F4-7.1 IS STM Review
Canon has no shortage of premium, high-cost lenses for its full-frame EOS R camera system, but photographers looking for affordable glass have fewer options. Thankfully, the lowest-cost entry in the system, the Canon RF 24-105mm F4-7.1 IS STM ($399), makes the right compromises to net ample zoom range for everyday use, and is a fine complement to the compact EOS RP.Light Zoom, Plenty of Range Canon's competitors have been hard at work delivering compact, full-frame zooms for their respective camera systems, but have largely taken a different approach—lenses like the Nikon Z 24-50mm, Panasonic 20-60mm, and Sony FE 28-60mm all sacrifice telephoto coverage to make weight.
The RF 24-105mm offers the same range of coverage as bigger, pricier f/4 zooms like Canon's own RF 24-105mm F4 L IS USM (4.2 by 3.3 inches, 1.5 pounds), but uses lighter glass in its design. The RF 24-105mm F4-7.1 is noticeably smaller (3.5 by 3 inches, HD) and lighter (13.9 ounces). Its f-stop isn't as bright, at ...
The Canon RF 24-105mm F4-7.1 IS STM is the most affordable zoom lens for the R system, and one of the smallest and lightest full-frame zooms you can get for any camera.
Light and compact; Ample zoom coverage; Quick, quiet autofocus; 1:2 macro magnification; Minimal focus breathing; Stabilized optics; Attractive pricing
Omits dust and splash protection; Narrow aperture limits low-light use; Hood not included