Anyone excited about the RF 16mm 2.8?

PhotosByDlee wrote in post #19405979
You planning on keeping yours? I’m tempted to save for a 14-35mm as I’m starting to feel when it comes to UWA and super tele’s it’s best to have a zoom!

I still have the EF 17-40L. I don't use it much so probably can't justify another high priced wide zoom. I also might look at the new 15-30 some day. I have used the EF Tamron 15-30 a couple of times and liked that one, too.

For now I'm staying put, until (if ever) I start using the two wide angles more and more.. Also like Scott I like the size and compactness a lot since I usually travel with two large lenses, this one adds almost nothing to the backpack.

Scott M wrote in post #19407095
If I end up swapping out this lens, it will probably be for the new RF 15-30mm f/4,5-6.3 IS STM, and not the 14-35L f/4. I do not use a UWA lens enough to justify the cost of the L, and also like having a smaller & lighter lens. My previous EF 16-35L f/4 was relatively big and heavy for something I didn't use much.

I plan on hanging onto the RF 16mm f/2.8 for now and will see if I miss having a UWA zoom. This is the first time I have went with a prime-only solution for UWA. It sure makes it easier to pack for a trip, though. I have my EOS R with RF 24-105L, RF 100-400mm, RF 16mm f/2.8 and RF 50mm f/1.8 all packed in a small shoulder bag for an upcoming trip. With my previous EF 100-400L II and EF 16-35L f/4, I would have been taking the much larger and heavier backpack -- or taking my EOS M50 kit if I wanted to travel very light.

I was originally excited for that 15-30mm but I’m just not sure about it now due to the aperture on the long end. I tend to use these zooms as general purpose sometimes like family events so that f/6.3 could be an issue. Since you got the 24-105L, I think the 16mm prime is fine for you then!

edmidlifecrisis wrote in post #19407104
I still have the EF 17-40L. I don't use it much so probably can't justify another high priced wide zoom. I also might look at the new 15-30 some day. I have used the EF Tamron 15-30 a couple of times and liked that one, too.

For now I'm staying put, until (if ever) I start using the two wide angles more and more.. Also like Scott I like the size and compactness a lot since I usually travel with two large lenses, this one adds almost nothing to the backpack.

The size and weight definitely are nice on the 16mm. I used to primarily use a UWA zoom (RF 16-35mm) or a 35mm prime, but in recent years I’ve favored tele lenses more so haven’t used a UWA as much either.

15-30mm seems best for most, I just wish it was a constant f/4.

PhotosByDlee wrote in post #19407304
I was originally excited for that 15-30mm but I’m just not sure about it now due to the aperture on the long end. I tend to use these zooms as general purpose sometimes like family events so that f/6.3 could be an issue. Since you got the 24-105L, I think the 16mm prime is fine for you then!

The size and weight definitely are nice on the 16mm. I used to primarily use a UWA zoom (RF 16-35mm) or a 35mm prime, but in recent years I’ve favored tele lenses more so haven’t used a UWA as much either.

15-30mm seems best for most, I just wish it was a constant f/4.

I've thought about that too. The Tamron 15-30 I used was a constant f2.8 so for things like astro it works well (I tried astrophotography once and with that lens (borrowed))

When doing scenic/landscape stuff I usually stop down a bit to increase DOF so the slow long end might not be as big of an issue- I wouldn't use a 15-30 for gp or events, that is why I use the 24-105 f4L So the zoom might work for me if I ever get to the point that the 16 prime is limiting. But for now it's fine and it is so small/light and so much fun to shoot with it's making me want to get out and use it more.

Everyone's needs are different!! And your comments directed at Scott apply to me, too!

I also rarely use the 16. When I want a wide angle I opt for the 16-35 but I'm going to start using it more in the coming months.

I also think it might make a great small prime if I end up with an R7.

Ultmately, I'd like a 14-35 mainly because the 16-35 with the adaptor is pretty big but I think I'll keep the 16 either way.

edmidlifecrisis wrote in post #19407519
I've thought about that too. The Tamron 15-30 I used was a constant f2.8 so for things like astro it works well (I tried astrophotography once and with that lens (borrowed))

When doing scenic/landscape stuff I usually stop down a bit to increase DOF so the slow long end might not be as big of an issue- I wouldn't use a 15-30 for gp or events, that is why I use the 24-105 f4L So the zoom might work for me if I ever get to the point that the 16 prime is limiting. But for now it's fine and it is so small/light and so much fun to shoot with it's making me want to get out and use it more.

Everyone's needs are different!! And your comments directed at Scott apply to me, too!

Yeah for landscapes then honestly this lens would be perfect for me and I’d have no issues since I’d be at f/8 all the time anyways. I think the zoom is better mainly for travel which would be my main use for the 14-35mm. I’m currently on vacation with my Fuji and a 35mm equiv prime and had no issues so I’m thinking that the 16mm now may be best for the price.

I have a serious G.A.S issue so I’ll wait a while before I make a choice. On previous trips I used a 16-35mm 90% of the time so could easily make the 14-35mm work, but not sure so much when I’m not traveling.

PhotosByDlee wrote in post #19407304
I was originally excited for that 15-30mm but I’m just not sure about it now due to the aperture on the long end. I tend to use these zooms as general purpose sometimes like family events so that f/6.3 could be an issue. Since you got the 24-105L, I think the 16mm prime is fine for you then!

For me, a UWA lens is used primarily for landscapes, so f/6.3 at the long end is not a limiting factor -- I am usually stopping down to f/8 or more anyway. The f/2.8 of the RF 16mm is mostly a waste for me, but I do love the small size and weight of that prime lens.

As I mentioned, I do not shoot a lot of UWA, so the RF 16mm will probably be all I need, as I tend use use my 24-105L for most of my landscape work. The prime is small enough to carry around in my pocket while walking around with the 24-105L mounted. That's hard to do with a UWA zoom lens (except the EF-M 11-22mm that's part of my EOS M50 kit).

I love mine! Took it to Alaska with me recently. Wasn’t my most used lens, but sure glad I brought it!

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I just purchased this lens. A Canon cashback combined with a special shop discount took 100 euro off of the price. It’ll be here tomorrow.

The lens arrived and it’s perfect for me. I don’t do landscapes but do try to shoot some scenery at times and this lens will be great for that. It’s small so it can always find a place somewhere in the bag, it’s sharp and I like the colours.

Here’s my first shot with it, taken from my bedroom, at sunrise. I do need the lens profile for Lightroom though but haven’t found a download link yet. I used the Samyang 14mm profile and it corrected the distortions somewhat but not nearly enough.

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Levina de Ruijter wrote in post #19446604
The lens arrived and it’s perfect for me. I don’t do landscapes but do try to shoot some scenery at times and this lens will be great for that. It’s small so it can always find a place somewhere in the bag, it’s sharp and I like the colours.

Here’s my first shot with it, taken from my bedroom, at sunrise. I do need the lens profile for Lightroom though but haven’t found a download link yet. I used the Samyang 14mm profile and it corrected the distortions somewhat but not nearly enough.

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Nice. Its size and weight are so amazing. And it works pretty well although I really haven't been able to use it much since I got it. I hope that changes as it's a fun little guy.

kf095 wrote in post #19289450
Meanwhile Canon has no 28mm prime in production in EF and RF. Which is very common FOV.

I have the EF 28 mm f/2.8 IS USM. Nice little lens for the cost. I actually got it for free when I bought the 1DX. Is that lens discontinued?

I recently picked up the 14-35 so I haven't used the 16 much. While I like it I don't know if it will get much use right now.

edmidlifecrisis wrote in post #19446761
Nice. Its size and weight are so amazing. And it works pretty well although I really haven't been able to use it much since I got it. I hope that changes as it's a fun little guy.

Thanks! I know it’s just a casual shot but I really like the colours. I also took some shots indoors to see how sharp it is and it’s plenty sharp.

I don’t expect to use it often but it’s really nice to have and it’s the perfect focal length for when I want to photograph the foggy fields at dawn when I’m out shooting birds and waiting for the light. The only lens I had for that is a 50mm and that’s just too long. And the Samyang 14mm is too big and heavy to tag along. So I’m very happy with my purchase.

Tommydigi wrote in post #19446871
I recently picked up the 14-35 so I haven't used the 16 much. While I like it I don't know if it will get much use right now.

That’s a bit of an overlap. Still, the f/2.8 of the 16mm could come in handy in night shots maybe?

Levina de Ruijter wrote in post #19446884
That’s a bit of an overlap. Still, the f/2.8 of the 16mm could come in handy in night shots maybe?

Yeah, maybe. It's still a fun lens and one I plan to use when I carry a tele and I just want a wide option,