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Mar 30, 10:05 PM

Canon to Release 6-8 RF Lenses Annually

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Canon to Release 6-8 RF Lenses Annually

Summary

Canon has announced its commitment to releasing six to eight RF lenses annually, a pace maintained from recent years. This consistent output, confirmed by an executive, may be directed towards bolstering Canon's APS-C lens ecosystem, which is currently considered less developed compared to competitors. While Canon's RF mount system includes over 60 lenses, only a few are designed for APS-C cameras. The company might focus on developing faster prime lenses for APS-C, especially after patenting f/2.8 pancake lenses for RF-S. Additionally, Canon plans to increase collaboration with third-party lens manufacturers, with Sigma already releasing an RF-S lens.

Key points

  • Canon aims to release 6 to 8 RF lenses per year.
  • This output may focus on improving the APS-C lens selection.
  • Canon is increasing collaboration with third-party lens makers for RF-S.
  • Third-party RF-S autofocus lenses began arriving in 2024.
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