Canon EF 14mm f/2.8L USM

Canon EF 14mm f/2.8L USM

Lens Summary

Brand: Canon

Also Known As: Canon EF 14mm f/2.8L

Lens Type: Prime Lens

Format: Full Frame / FX

Focus: Autofocus

Lens Mount: Canon EF

Release Date: 1991-12-01

MSRP Price: $1350

Made in: Japan

Infrared Rating: Good

Production Status: Discontinued

Lens Description: This ultra-wide-angle lens has the shortest focal length in the L-series. Element 2 is an Aspherical lens to correct distortion. Other aberrations such as astigmatism are also corrected, resulting in ideal image quality. The lens has a fixed, petal-type hood and a gelatin filter holder at the rear.


Canon EF 14mm f/2.8L USM Specifications

Lens Specifications
* Supplied accessories may differ depending on country or area 
Lens TypePrime Lens
Focal Length14mm
Mount TypeCanon EF
FormatFull Frame / FX
Compatible Format(s)35mm Film / Full-Frame Digital Sensor Canon (APS-C)
Compatible with TeleconvertersNo
Maximum Reproduction Ratio0.1x
Image Stabilizer (Image Stabilization)No
Aperture Information
Aperture RingNo
Maximim Aperturef/2.8
Minimum Aperturef/22
Maximum Angle of View (Full frame or larger format)114°
Optical Information
Lens Elements14
Lens Groups10
Diaphragm Blades5
Aspherical Elements2
Focus Information
FocusAutofocus
Built-in Focus MotorYes
UltraSonic Motor (USM)Yes
Rear FocusingYes
Minimum Focus Distance0.25m
Distance InformationYes
Physical Characteristics
Weather / Dust SealingNo
Mount MaterialMetal
Dimensions77 x 89mm
Weight560g
Other Information
Available in ColorsBlack
Supplied AccessoriesLens Case LP1016

Lens Construction

Canon EF 14mm f/2.8L USM Lens Construction

MTF Chart

Canon EF 14mm f/2.8L USM

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