Canon RF 105mm f/1.4L VCM on the Way?
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I have an old 105mm Takumar. I really do like that focal length. This, from Canon, would be fun to see.
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Does anyone know why we have 105mm focal lengths rather than a nice, even, round 100mm?
I recall a Nikkor 105mm f/2.5 lens in the 1960’s.
I recall a Nikkor 105mm f/2.5 lens in the 1960’s.
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Which was and still is excellent, according to a recent review by OpticalLimits .
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"The Nikkor P.C. 105mm f/2.5 may be 50+ years old but it's still an impressive lens even by today's standards. Especially the image sharpness is impressive. And it's not only about the center quality - the lens is quite evenly sharp across the image field at f/2.8"
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Too many boring VCM lenses. I own the 20 and 35 now but when will Canon release something exciting, finally?
Insta360 and DJI are coming in hot with more portable, gimbal cameras. Like, a few years ago I was like "why the hell would you even want such a camera", but now I am starting to see that gimbal cameras specifically are getting very compelling. For hobbyists in a few years it will become a no-brainer.
At that point, these Mirrorless cameras will just have 1 advantage, which is telephoto and supertelephoto. But I am not seeing anything affordable that makes me say "Wow".
I own the RF 100-500 and with a 1.4x extender is quite good, but it's cumbersome, since then the range is limited to only 300-500. We need those new $5-6k lenses asap. And a new generation 24-70 which was rumored. That should bring back some excitement to someone like me
Insta360 and DJI are coming in hot with more portable, gimbal cameras. Like, a few years ago I was like "why the hell would you even want such a camera", but now I am starting to see that gimbal cameras specifically are getting very compelling. For hobbyists in a few years it will become a no-brainer.
At that point, these Mirrorless cameras will just have 1 advantage, which is telephoto and supertelephoto. But I am not seeing anything affordable that makes me say "Wow".
I own the RF 100-500 and with a 1.4x extender is quite good, but it's cumbersome, since then the range is limited to only 300-500. We need those new $5-6k lenses asap. And a new generation 24-70 which was rumored. That should bring back some excitement to someone like me
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The EF 100mm f/2 was and is an underrated gem. I still use mine on the R5 II and, as noted here, it does have flaws: CA, some fringing, and a long minimum focus distance among them. But it is predictable, effortless to handle, and has a delightful rendering.
One reason I never bought the optically fabulous RF 85mm f/1.2L was my hope that Canon would eventually produce a modern RF 100mm f/1.4L.
I had hoped for a lens inspired by the truly exceptional RF 135mm f/1.8L — a masterpiece that combines near-perfect image quality, confident autofocus, and excellent handling in a way few lenses ever have.
I’m not sure a VCM design philosophy is exactly what I had in mind for a 100mm portrait lens, but kudos to Canon anyway. They have shown a thoughtful commitment to the hybrid prime lineup, and many photographers clearly love these lenses. We have also heard an awful lot recently about new zooms.
Still, is it too much to ask for a few more stills-first halo primes?
Where are the RF 50mm f/1.2L II and RF 85mm f/1.2L II that apply the lessons of the RF 135mm to improve handling and autofocus while preserving their legendary rendering?
Where are the RF 24mm and 35mm f/1.2L lenses?
Those feel like surprisingly large gaps in an otherwise great system. Perhaps Canon has a surprise up its sleeve and another line of stills-focused halo primes is still to come.
Hope springs eternal.
Until then, I’m still shooting the heck out of my beloved EF 100 and my newest friend, the RF 135.
One reason I never bought the optically fabulous RF 85mm f/1.2L was my hope that Canon would eventually produce a modern RF 100mm f/1.4L.
I had hoped for a lens inspired by the truly exceptional RF 135mm f/1.8L — a masterpiece that combines near-perfect image quality, confident autofocus, and excellent handling in a way few lenses ever have.
I’m not sure a VCM design philosophy is exactly what I had in mind for a 100mm portrait lens, but kudos to Canon anyway. They have shown a thoughtful commitment to the hybrid prime lineup, and many photographers clearly love these lenses. We have also heard an awful lot recently about new zooms.
Still, is it too much to ask for a few more stills-first halo primes?
Where are the RF 50mm f/1.2L II and RF 85mm f/1.2L II that apply the lessons of the RF 135mm to improve handling and autofocus while preserving their legendary rendering?
Where are the RF 24mm and 35mm f/1.2L lenses?
Those feel like surprisingly large gaps in an otherwise great system. Perhaps Canon has a surprise up its sleeve and another line of stills-focused halo primes is still to come.
Hope springs eternal.
Until then, I’m still shooting the heck out of my beloved EF 100 and my newest friend, the RF 135.
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What are you shooting with your 135? I bought it last summer and I used it literally just once. Just gathering dust
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It would be an easy differentiator compared to the RF100 which is marketed towards the macro niche
I don't think there is much more to it
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Mhm, well it is doubtful unless a company like Canon reinvents itself it will keep making sense for more and more regular people to just go with the cheaper, "good enough" and more portable alternatives.
inb4 "oh look Canon is doomed poster haha"
Because if you're not doomed apparently you cannot say anything against muh perfect Canon company that's living in the past, especially on the software side
Companies like DJI and Insta360 will destroy companies that can't adapt, especially in the hobbyist space, since they are expanding fast and will continue to do so at a faster and faster pace. What's worse, since AI is also 'good enough' for most people and even companies, there's even fewer opportunities for professional work.
Over the years this will result in a shrinking demand and therefore market for what a Mirrorless system that's not purely cinema grade can offer. Unless they can come out with something great.
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Tom Helmut Rathke
R5 Mark II, R8, Q3 (and lenses galore)
When I was a salesman in a camera store back in the mid 80's (as far a you know, I was in kindergarden at the time... that's my story and I'm sticking to it) almost every brand had a 105mm lens. Was usually marketed as a portrait lens.
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justaCanonuser
Grab your camera, go out and shoot!
Good question - why does Nikon still produce a Nikkor 105 mm and Sigma also a 105mm f/2.8 macro lens? No idea. I don't think that Canon has a patent on "clean" 100mm lenses
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