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

72.6 Score
24-50mm 6.3 Canon RF IS
Why we recommend this

At only 210g with 4.5-stop stabilization, the 24-50mm f/4.5-6.3 provides an ultralight stabilized standard zoom for full-frame RF cameras. A collapsible form, Super Spectra Coating, and dual aspherical elements ensure sharp, low-distortion shots at a budget price, while the STM motor operates silently for video. It’s ideal for vloggers and casual EOS R-series shooters who value a featherweight, stabilized walkaround lens over maximum aperture speed.

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

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Canon RF-S7.8mm F4 STM Dual

57.5 Score
8mm 16 Canon RF
Why we recommend this ▼

This stereoscopic lens stands out with its 7.8mm f/4 dual-lens design, delivering a 60° human-vision-like field of view for spatial video on APS-C cameras at just 131g. Combined with STM autofocus and a control ring, it provides steady handheld capture without adding bulk, lowering the barrier to Canon’s EOS VR System. It’s best for vloggers and social media creators wanting to capture immersive 3D memories viewable on the Apple Vision Pro or Meta Quest 3.

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Canon RF-S7.8mm F4 STM Dual lens
Price £395
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Canon RF-Mount Compatible (Mirrorless)

44.3 Score
32mm 11 Canon RF IS
Why we recommend this ▼

Weighing just 50 grams, the 32mm prime with fixed f/11 aperture and manual focus instantly imparts a soft, dreamy film-like aesthetic without editing. Its pocketable pancake design and limited-edition pink finish—donating 10% to breast cancer research—make spontaneous, on-the-go shoots effortless. This lens suits budget-minded street and travel shooters who prioritize nostalgic imperfection and extreme portability over landscape or low-light sharpness.

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Canon RF-Mount Compatible (Mirrorless) lens
Price £56
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