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Canon RF 24 105mm F 4 7 1 IS STM Review | 54 Data compared

Avg. price in UK: ~£220
Avg. price in US: ~$280
Lens mount: Canon RF
Maximum focal length: 105 mm
Maximum aperture (telephoto end): 7.1
Optical image stabilization: yes
Maximum angle of view: 84 °

Canon RF 24 105mm F 4 7 1 IS STM review. Compare 54 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among camera lenses and if it is worth buying.

7.4

Very good

6.9

Good

9.3

Exceptional

9.5
Low-light photography
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70.0%
9.3
Maximum aperture (telephoto end)
30.0%
10
Optical image stabilization
6.8
Travel
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30.0%
8.6
Lens length
25.0%
7.7
Lens diameter
25.0%
1.0
Weather sealing (splashproof)
20.0%
10
Optical image stabilization

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The Canon RF 24-105mm f/4-7.1 IS STM is a compact and lightweight standard zoom lens weighing just 395g, featuring a versatile 4.4x focal range and an optical design of 13 elements in 11 groups. Its main characteristics include an STM stepping motor for smooth, quiet autofocus, a customizable control/focus ring, and a unique Center Macro Focus mode providing a 0.5x maximum magnification at a 13cm minimum distance. Key pros include its 5-stop image stabilization system, excellent portability for travel, and affordable entry into full-frame shooting. However, its main cons are the narrow f/7.1 variable aperture at the telephoto end, which limits low-light performance, a lack of weather sealing, and noticeable barrel distortion at the 24mm wide-angle setting.

Technical Specifications of Canon RF 24 105mm F 4 7 1 IS STM

Overall score

7.4

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Popularity

What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the camera lens.

When it matters: When you want to see which camera lenses attract the most buyer attention and review activity.

Mount & Format

1.0

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Lens type

What it is: The optical category that indicates whether the lens is a prime, zoom, macro, fisheye, or another design.

When it matters: When you are choosing between a prime, zoom, macro, or specialty lens for the kind of subjects you shoot.

Importance: LOW

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Lens mount

What it is: The mechanical and electronic interface that determines which cameras the lens can be attached to.

When it matters: When camera compatibility and access to the right lens ecosystem are central to your buying decision.

Importance: LOW

Canon RF

Sensor format coverage

What it is: The largest sensor size the lens is designed to cover without severe vignetting.

When it matters: When you need the lens to fully cover your camera sensor without heavy corner darkening.

Importance: LOW

Full-frame

Filter thread size

What it is: The diameter of the front filter thread used for screw-in filters and compatible accessories.

When it matters: When you plan to use screw-in filters such as polarizers, ND filters, or protective glass.

Importance: LOW

67 mm

Teleconverter compatibility

What it is: Whether the lens can be used with compatible teleconverters to extend focal length.

When it matters: When you want to extend reach for wildlife or sports without changing to a different long lens.

Importance: HIGH

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Optics & Aperture

7.7

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Minimum focal length

What it is: The shortest focal length the lens can provide, which determines its widest framing.

When it matters: When wide framing matters for landscapes, interiors, architecture, or travel shots.

Importance: LOW

24 mm

Maximum focal length

What it is: The longest focal length the lens can reach, which determines its telephoto reach.

When it matters: When you need more reach for wildlife, sports, stage events, or distant details.

Importance: LOW

105 mm

Optical zoom

What it is: The ratio between the longest and shortest focal lengths available in the lens zoom range.

When it matters: When you want one lens to cover a broader range of compositions without swapping glass.

Importance: LOW

4.4x

Maximum angle of view

What it is: The widest scene the lens can capture at its shortest focal length.

When it matters: When you need to fit more of a room, skyline, or landscape into the frame.

Importance: LOW

84 °

Minimum angle of view

What it is: The narrowest scene the lens captures at its longest focal length.

When it matters: When you want tighter framing on faraway subjects without moving closer.

Importance: LOW

23.3 °

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Focus & Controls

6.3

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Focus motor

What it is: The autofocus drive system responsible for moving lens elements into focus.

When it matters: When fast, quiet autofocus matters for video, wildlife, street shots, or moving subjects.

Importance: LOW

STM

Minimum focus distance

What it is: The shortest distance at which the lens can focus on a subject.

When it matters: When you like shooting details, food, flowers, or products from a very short distance.

Importance: MEDIUM

Maximum reproduction ratio

What it is: The highest magnification the lens can achieve when focusing at its closest distance.

When it matters: When close-up magnification matters for macro work, textures, or small product details.

Importance: MEDIUM

Full-time manual focus

What it is: The ability to adjust focus manually without leaving autofocus mode.

When it matters: When you want to fine-tune focus instantly without switching out of autofocus.

Importance: HIGH

Internal focusing

What it is: A focusing design in which internal elements move while the outer barrel length stays unchanged.

When it matters: When you use polarizers, gimbals, or close-up setups that benefit from a lens that does not extend while focusing.

Importance: HIGH

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Stabilization

8.5

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Optical image stabilization

What it is: A hardware system that shifts optical elements to counteract camera shake and reduce blur.

When it matters: When you want steadier handheld shots and less blur, especially in low light or at longer focal lengths.

Importance: HIGH

Stabilization effectiveness (CIPA stops)

What it is: The rated stabilizer benefit, measured in stops, under CIPA testing standards.

When it matters: When you are comparing stabilized lenses and want to know how much handheld shutter-speed advantage they offer.

Importance: HIGH

Build & Handling

5.6

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Weight

What it is: The total mass of the lens, affecting portability and handling balance on the camera body.

When it matters: When you carry a lens all day for travel, hiking, or event coverage and want to keep your kit manageable.

Importance: HIGH

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Lens length

What it is: The physical length of the lens body from mount to front edge.

When it matters: When bag space, balance, or front clearance matters in a compact travel or video setup.

Importance: HIGH

Lens diameter

What it is: The widest outer diameter of the lens barrel.

When it matters: When grip comfort, filter size, or fit inside a tight camera bag matters to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

Weather sealing (splashproof)

What it is: Protective sealing intended to resist splashes, dust, and light environmental exposure.

When it matters: When you often shoot outdoors in light rain, dust, or changing conditions.

Importance: HIGH

Metal mount

What it is: A lens mount made of metal rather than plastic for greater durability at the camera connection point.

When it matters: When durability matters because you change lenses often or use heavier gear for work.

Importance: HIGH

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Lab Scores

9.0

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DxOMark overall score

What it is: The combined DxOMark lens rating based on lab-tested optical performance.

When it matters: When you want a quick lab-based summary of overall optical performance before comparing lenses in detail.

Importance: HIGH

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DxOMark sharpness score

What it is: The DxOMark subscore that reflects how much detail the lens can resolve across the frame.

When it matters: When fine detail matters for landscapes, product work, or high-resolution cameras.

Importance: HIGH

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DxOMark transmission

What it is: The measured light transmission of the lens, expressed as T-stop rather than nominal f-number.

When it matters: When real light loss matters for exposure consistency in studio, cinema, or mixed-lens shoots.

Importance: MEDIUM

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DxOMark distortion

What it is: The DxOMark metric that measures how much the lens bends straight lines away from their true shape.

When it matters: When straight lines matter in architecture, interiors, copy work, or product photography.

Importance: MEDIUM

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DxOMark vignetting

What it is: The DxOMark measurement of corner darkening relative to the center of the image.

When it matters: When even corner brightness matters for skies, studio backdrops, or clean product shots.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Canon RF 24 105mm F 4 7 1 IS STM vs the average camera lens

Why is Canon RF 24 105mm F 4 7 1 IS STM better than the average camera lens?

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Has optical image stabilization
Canon RF 24 105mm F 4 7 1 IS STM has optical image stabilization, the average camera lens does not. 29% of camera lenses include optical image stabilization.
What it is: A hardware system that shifts optical elements to counteract camera shake and reduce blur.
When it matters: When you want steadier handheld shots and less blur, especially in low light or at longer focal lengths.
Importance: HIGH
Canon RF 24 105mm F 4 7 1 IS STM has optical image stabilization, the average camera lens does not. 29% of camera lenses include optical image stabilization.
Has de-clickable aperture ring
Canon RF 24 105mm F 4 7 1 IS STM has a de-clickable aperture ring, the average camera lens does not. 18.4% of camera lenses support a de-clickable aperture ring.
Native clickless iris ring.
What it is: An aperture ring that can switch from stepped clicks to smooth rotation for video work.
When it matters: When you shoot video and need smooth aperture changes without audible or visible click steps.
Importance: MEDIUM
Canon RF 24 105mm F 4 7 1 IS STM has a de-clickable aperture ring, the average camera lens does not. 18.4% of camera lenses support a de-clickable aperture ring.
1 stops stronger stabilization
Canon RF 24 105mm F 4 7 1 IS STM has a higher stabilization effectiveness than the average camera lens (5 stops vs 4 stops). The average lens has stabilization effectiveness of 4 stops.
Up to 8 with IBIS.
What it is: The rated stabilizer benefit, measured in stops, under CIPA testing standards.
When it matters: When you are comparing stabilized lenses and want to know how much handheld shutter-speed advantage they offer.
Importance: HIGH
Canon RF 24 105mm F 4 7 1 IS STM has a higher stabilization effectiveness than the average camera lens (5 stops vs 4 stops). The average lens has stabilization effectiveness of 4 stops.5 stops vs 4 stops
0.17 m shorter minimum focus distance
Canon RF 24 105mm F 4 7 1 IS STM has a lower minimum focus distance than the average camera lens (0.1 m vs 0.3 m). The average lens has a minimum focus distance of 0.3 m.
0.34 m in manual focus.
What it is: The shortest distance at which the lens can focus on a subject.
When it matters: When you like shooting details, food, flowers, or products from a very short distance.
Importance: MEDIUM
Canon RF 24 105mm F 4 7 1 IS STM has a lower minimum focus distance than the average camera lens (0.1 m vs 0.3 m). The average lens has a minimum focus distance of 0.3 m.0.13 m vs 0.3 m
Newer release date
Canon RF 24 105mm F 4 7 1 IS STM was released more recently than the average camera lens.
April 2020
What it is: The date when the lens model was first officially introduced.
When it matters: When you prefer a newer optical design with more modern autofocus, coatings, or stabilization features.
Importance: LOW
Canon RF 24 105mm F 4 7 1 IS STM was released more recently than the average camera lens.2020 vs 2016
0.31 x higher maximum reproduction ratio
Canon RF 24 105mm F 4 7 1 IS STM has a higher maximum reproduction ratio than the average camera lens (0.5x vs 0.192x). The average lens has a maximum reproduction ratio of 0.192x.
0.4 in autofocus mode.
What it is: The highest magnification the lens can achieve when focusing at its closest distance.
When it matters: When close-up magnification matters for macro work, textures, or small product details.
Importance: MEDIUM
Canon RF 24 105mm F 4 7 1 IS STM has a higher maximum reproduction ratio than the average camera lens (0.5x vs 0.192x). The average lens has a maximum reproduction ratio of 0.192x.0.5 x vs 0.192 x
2.41x cheaper
Canon RF 24 105mm F 4 7 1 IS STM is cheaper than the average camera lens (£220 vs £530).
Canon RF 24 105mm F 4 7 1 IS STM is cheaper than the average camera lens (£220 vs £530).£220 vs £530
8.8% better value for money
Canon RF 24 105mm F 4 7 1 IS STM has a better value-for-money score than the average camera lens (7.99 vs 7.346).
What it is: An indicator that combines the camera lens's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters: When you want to know how much overall quality you get for the price.
Canon RF 24 105mm F 4 7 1 IS STM has a better value-for-money score than the average camera lens (7.99 vs 7.346).7.99 vs 7.35
Has de-clickable aperture ring
Canon RF 24 105mm F 4 7 1 IS STM has a de-clickable aperture ring, the average camera lens does not. 18.4% of camera lenses support a de-clickable aperture ring.
0.17 m shorter minimum focus distance
Canon RF 24 105mm F 4 7 1 IS STM has a lower minimum focus distance than the average camera lens (0.1 m vs 0.3 m). The average lens has a minimum focus distance of 0.3 m.
0.31 x higher maximum reproduction ratio
Canon RF 24 105mm F 4 7 1 IS STM has a higher maximum reproduction ratio than the average camera lens (0.5x vs 0.192x). The average lens has a maximum reproduction ratio of 0.192x.
Has optical image stabilization
Canon RF 24 105mm F 4 7 1 IS STM has optical image stabilization, the average camera lens does not. 29% of camera lenses include optical image stabilization.
1 stops stronger stabilization
Canon RF 24 105mm F 4 7 1 IS STM has a higher stabilization effectiveness than the average camera lens (5 stops vs 4 stops). The average lens has stabilization effectiveness of 4 stops.
Newer release date
Canon RF 24 105mm F 4 7 1 IS STM was released more recently than the average camera lens.

Focus & Controls

Build & Handling

Why is Canon RF 24 105mm F 4 7 1 IS STM worse than the average camera lens?

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4.3 higher f-number at telephoto end
Canon RF 24 105mm F 4 7 1 IS STM has a dimmer maximum telephoto aperture than the average camera lens (f/7.1 vs f/2.8). The average lens has a maximum telephoto aperture of f/2.8.
2 fewer aperture blades
Canon RF 24 105mm F 4 7 1 IS STM has fewer aperture blades than the average camera lens (7 vs 9). The average lens has 9 aperture blades.
2 fewer low-dispersion elements
Canon RF 24 105mm F 4 7 1 IS STM has fewer low-dispersion elements than the average camera lens (0 vs 2). The average lens has 2 low-dispersion elements.
1 fewer aspherical elements
Canon RF 24 105mm F 4 7 1 IS STM has fewer aspherical elements than the average camera lens (1 vs 2). The average lens has 2 aspherical elements.
Not weather-sealed
Canon RF 24 105mm F 4 7 1 IS STM does not support weather sealing, the average camera lens does. 50.3% of camera lenses support weather sealing.
No lens hood
Canon RF 24 105mm F 4 7 1 IS STM does not include a lens hood, the average camera lens does. 89.1% of camera lenses include a lens hood.
4.3 higher f-number at telephoto end
Canon RF 24 105mm F 4 7 1 IS STM has a dimmer maximum telephoto aperture than the average camera lens (f/7.1 vs f/2.8). The average lens has a maximum telephoto aperture of f/2.8.
What it is: The widest aperture available at the long end of the zoom range, affecting light intake and background blur.
When it matters: When you shoot at the long end in low light or want stronger background blur for portraits and sports.
Importance: HIGH
Canon RF 24 105mm F 4 7 1 IS STM has a dimmer maximum telephoto aperture than the average camera lens (f/7.1 vs f/2.8). The average lens has a maximum telephoto aperture of f/2.8.7.1 vs 2.8
Not weather-sealed
Canon RF 24 105mm F 4 7 1 IS STM does not support weather sealing, the average camera lens does. 50.3% of camera lenses support weather sealing.
What it is: Protective sealing intended to resist splashes, dust, and light environmental exposure.
When it matters: When you often shoot outdoors in light rain, dust, or changing conditions.
Importance: HIGH
Canon RF 24 105mm F 4 7 1 IS STM does not support weather sealing, the average camera lens does. 50.3% of camera lenses support weather sealing.
2 fewer aperture blades
Canon RF 24 105mm F 4 7 1 IS STM has fewer aperture blades than the average camera lens (7 vs 9). The average lens has 9 aperture blades.
What it is: The number of diaphragm blades that shape the aperture opening and influence blur rendering.
When it matters: When the look of out-of-focus highlights matters in portraits, close-ups, or cinematic video.
Importance: HIGH
Canon RF 24 105mm F 4 7 1 IS STM has fewer aperture blades than the average camera lens (7 vs 9). The average lens has 9 aperture blades.7 vs 9
No lens hood
Canon RF 24 105mm F 4 7 1 IS STM does not include a lens hood, the average camera lens does. 89.1% of camera lenses include a lens hood.
What it is: Whether a matching lens hood is supplied in the box.
When it matters: When you want flare protection straight out of the box without buying extra accessories.
Importance: MEDIUM
Canon RF 24 105mm F 4 7 1 IS STM does not include a lens hood, the average camera lens does. 89.1% of camera lenses include a lens hood.
2 fewer low-dispersion elements
Canon RF 24 105mm F 4 7 1 IS STM has fewer low-dispersion elements than the average camera lens (0 vs 2). The average lens has 2 low-dispersion elements.
What it is: Optical elements designed to reduce color fringing by controlling how different wavelengths focus.
When it matters: When you want cleaner edges and less color fringing in high-contrast scenes.
Importance: MEDIUM
Canon RF 24 105mm F 4 7 1 IS STM has fewer low-dispersion elements than the average camera lens (0 vs 2). The average lens has 2 low-dispersion elements.0 vs 2
1 fewer aspherical elements
Canon RF 24 105mm F 4 7 1 IS STM has fewer aspherical elements than the average camera lens (1 vs 2). The average lens has 2 aspherical elements.
What it is: Specially shaped lens elements used to reduce distortion and improve sharpness with fewer optical compromises.
When it matters: When edge sharpness and lower distortion matter in wide-angle, travel, or everyday shooting.
Importance: MEDIUM
Canon RF 24 105mm F 4 7 1 IS STM has fewer aspherical elements than the average camera lens (1 vs 2). The average lens has 2 aspherical elements.1 vs 2

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What customers like about Canon RF 24 105mm F 4 7 1 IS STM?

Extremely compact and lightweight, ideal for travel and hiking
Excellent value for money and highly affordable compared to L-series alternatives
Strong center-frame sharpness across the entire focal range
Fast, smooth, and quiet STM autofocus performance
Effective 5-stop optical image stabilization
Unique 'Center Macro Focus' capability for close-up photography

What customers dislike about Canon RF 24 105mm F 4 7 1 IS STM?

Narrow variable maximum aperture (f/4-7.1) limits performance in low light
Significant barrel distortion and corner softness at the 24mm wide end
Lack of weather sealing makes it less suitable for harsh environments
No lens hood included in the box
Shared focus and control ring can be less intuitive for some users
Limited potential for shallow depth-of-field (bokeh) due to the slow aperture

Expert reviews

digitalcameraworld.com

20/04/2020

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Canon RF 24-105mm f/4-7.1 IS STM review - Digital Camera World

The Canon RF 24-105mm f/4-7.1 IS STM is a compact, lightweight, and highly affordable everyday enthusiast lens designed primarily to pair perfectly with the Canon EOS RP. Acting as a versatile "Swiss Army knife," it features an expansive focal range, an STM motor for quiet video focusing, and a 5-stop optical image stabilization system. A standout feature is its Center Focus Macro mode, which allows for manual 0.5x macro shooting at a close distance of just 13cm. While the unique variable aperture requires users to increase their ISO or slow down shutter speeds in low light, the lens delivers impressive center-frame sharpness across all focal lengths, particularly around 50mm. However, the lens has several compromises to achieve its $400 price point and portable size. The primary drawback is its slow variable aperture range, which drops to f/5.6 by 50mm and hits f/7.1 before reaching the 85mm portrait length, significantly limiting background blur and subject separation. Additional cons include a lack of weather sealing, average corner sharpness when shot wide open at 24mm, and noticeable barrel distortion and purple fringing at...

ephotozine.com

01/07/2020

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Canon RF 24-105mm f/4-7.1 IS STM Lens Review - ePHOTOzine

The ePHOTOzine review highlights the Canon RF 24-105mm f/4-7.1 IS STM as a lightweight, compact, and affordable lens offering excellent sharpness and low chromatic aberration. Key advantages include quick STM autofocus, efficient image stabilization, and a unique 1:2 center macro capability. Conversely, the lens is restricted by a narrow, variable f/7.1 aperture at 105mm, lacks weather sealing, and does not include a lens hood. Overall, it is highly recommended as a budget-friendly, versatile walkaround option for Canon EOS R users.

opticallimits.com

15/07/2021

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Canon RF 24-105mm f/4-7.1 STM IS Review

The OpticalLimits review of the Canon RF 24-105mm f/4-7.1 STM IS lens paints a highly nuanced picture, describing it as an affordable, entry-level "kit zoom" that relies heavily on digital auto-correction. On the positive side, the lens offers good mechanical build quality for its budget price class, featuring high-quality external materials, a metal lens mount, and a smooth zoom ring. Additionally, its stepping motor (STM) auto-focus is generally fast and near-noiseless, the built-in image stabilizer provides up to 5 f-stops of efficiency, and the lens has an impressive 1:2 macro magnification capability in manual focus mode. Furthermore, center resolution is generally very good to excellent across the zoom range, making the lens a practical option for mid-level 20 to 30-megapixel cameras. However, the review details severe optical drawbacks, explicitly calling its native, uncorrected characteristics "downright terrible" at the wide 24mm end. Without digital corrections, the lens suffers from an extreme barrel distortion of approximately 6.2% and heavy vignetting that results in completely black corners. While mandatory in-camera digital correction effectively removes the distortion and vignetting, the stretching process severely degrades...

the-digital-picture.com

23/01/2024

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Canon RF 24-105mm F4-7.1 IS STM Lens Review(cameralabs.com) | June 15, 2020 | Canon RF 24-105mm f4-7.1 IS STM review(dustinabbott.net) | July 20, 2020...

The Canon RF 24-105mm F4-7.1 IS STM lens is an affordable, ultra-lightweight standard zoom designed for portability, offering a highly versatile focal range and effective image stabilization. It is praised for its quiet STM autofocus and a unique 0.26x maximum magnification for close-up shooting. The-Digital-Picture.com However, the lens has limitations, including very narrow maximum apertures (f/7.1 at the long end) and a shared focus/control ring, according to The-Digital-Picture.com's review. Performance drawbacks include soft corners, significant native barrel distortion at 24mm requiring software correction, and notable chromatic aberration.

cameralabs.com

04/01/2021

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Canon RF 24-105mm f4-7.1 STM review - Cameralabs

The Canon RF 24-105mm f4-7.1 STM is a compact, lightweight, and affordable general-purpose budget kit zoom lens designed for the full-frame EOS R mirrorless system. Weighing just 395g and costing around $399, it serves as an excellent entry-level starter option that covers a highly versatile focal range from 24mm wide-angle up to 105mm telephoto. Its standout pros include respectable center-to-corner sharpness across the entire zoom range even when wide open, 5-stop optical image stabilization, and a virtually silent STM focusing motor that tracks faces well during video capture. Additionally, it offers impressive close-up capabilities, achieving a close focusing distance of 34cm at the telephoto end, and down to 13cm at the wide end when using manual focus. On the downside, the lens suffers from clear physical and optical compromises to maintain its low price point and small size. The variable aperture dims quickly to an optically slow f7.1 at the long end (starting at 80mm), which limits its low-light performance and ability to produce large bokeh background blur compared to faster alternatives like the f4L version. Optically, it relies heavily...

uk.pcmag.com

24/09/2020

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Canon RF 24-105mm F4-7.1 IS STM - Review 2020

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amateurphotographer.com

26/10/2023

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Canon RF 24-105mm F4-7.1 IS STM Review - Amateur Photographer(kenrockwell.com) | April 2020 | Canon RF 24-105mm f/4-7.1 IS STM Review Would you like a...

The Canon RF 24-105mm F4-7.1 IS STM is a budget-friendly, full-frame standard zoom lens designed for lighter Canon R-series mirrorless camera bodies like the EOS RP and EOS R8. Weighing just 395g and measuring 88.8mm in length, it serves as an exceptionally lightweight, compact, and affordable "walkaround" lens compared to its bulkier, constant-aperture f/4 professional counterpart. Optically, the lens relies heavily on automatic in-camera and digital software corrections to remove heavy barrel distortion at 24mm. This software-driven approach pays off, delivering highly impressive, aberration-free JPEGs with crisp edge-to-edge sharpness that remains consistently sharp even when extended out to the 105mm focal length. The lens features several performance highlights, including a highly effective 5-stop optical image stabilization mechanism that compensates beautifully for cameras lacking in-body stabilization. Its STM autofocus system provides silent, nearly instantaneous transitions for stills and smooth focus shifts ideal for video recording. Additional pros include smooth physical controls, a high-quality build with a metal mounting plate, and overall great value for money. However, the lens comes with noticeable cons, most notably its restricted, variable maximum aperture (f/4 to...

digitalkamera.de

09/09/2020

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Canon RF 24-105mm F4-7.1 IS STM with EOS R6 Lab Test

The digitalkamera.de lab test of the Canon RF 24-105 mm F4-7.1 IS STM paired with the EOS R6 highlights a well-balanced setup for everyday use, featuring excellent image quality up to ISO 1,600, high dynamic range, and strong sharpness even when used wide open. While the R6 body effectively corrects native optical errors like vignetting and distortion, the lens offers a slow, variable maximum aperture (F4-7.1) that limits low-light performance and lacks environmental sealing, demanding heavy reliance on digital compensation. For the full lab test data, visit digitalkamera.de.

zielfoto.com

20/04/2020

Summary of the review

Canon RF 24-105mm F/4-7.1 IS STM - Hands-on Test

The Canon RF 24-105mm f/4-7.1 IS STM is a highly flexible, lightweight, and compact kit lens that serves as an excellent "always-with-you" option for everyday situations like vacations, family outings, and standard landscapes. Users appreciate its strong value for money, quick autofocus when paired with bodies like the EOS R6, and highly effective 5-stop image stabilization system that performs reliably even in low light. While it may not excel dramatically in any single category, its compact packing dimensions, low weight (395 g), and reduced theft-risk profile make it an attractive alternative to carrying heavy, expensive L-series glass. However, the lens does suffer from notable design compromises and optical limitations to keep costs down. A major con is the corner and edge softness at the 24mm wide angle, which can leave corners looking muddy and vignetted unless the image is cropped or corrected via software. Ergonomically, reviewers critiqued the omission of a lens hood and the lack of a physical AF/MF switch. Manual focusing is particularly tedious, requiring users to change settings on both the lens control ring and deep within...

galaxus.de

08/04/2025

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Five Months of Travelling with a Cheap Lens – The Verdict

A five-month travel review of the budget-friendly Canon RF 24-105mm f/4-7.1 IS STM lens on Galaxus highlights its surprising utility as a primary, versatile lens despite being intended as a backup. Key pros identified include its lightweight design, affordable price, and a 20cm minimum focusing distance that enables effective, close-up macro shots while traveling. Conversely, the lens suffers from significant, inherent limitations, including a slow variable aperture of f/4.0–7.1 that restricts low-light performance, along with heavy distortion and vignetting in uncorrected raw files. However, the analysis concludes that modern in-camera corrections successfully mask these flaws, making it a viable, cost-effective choice for landscape and casual travel photography.

digitalkamera.de

30/01/2023

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Canon EOS R6 Mark IIGo to product viewer dialog for this item. im Test (enthält Labortest des RF 24-105mm F4-7.1 IS STM)

The digitalkamera.de review highlights the Canon EOS R6 Mark II as a mature 24.2 MP full-frame camera featuring exceptional 40 fps electronic burst shooting, significantly reduced rolling shutter, and improved ergonomics with a dedicated power switch. Its hybrid capabilities are strengthened by uncropped 4K/60p video, excellent heat management, and robust autofocus, making it a powerful contender in its class. However, the review notes that maximum 40 fps shooting drops raw files to 12-bit, and high ISO image quality degrades rapidly beyond 12,800. Additionally, the entry-level RF 24-105mm F4-7.1 kit lens is considered a weak, variable-aperture option that does not fully utilize the camera's high-performance capabilities.

photoscala.de

25/07/2021

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Trying out the Canon EOS R6 with the RF 24-105mm f/4.0-7.1 IS STM

The Canon EOS R6 is evaluated as a highly reliable, action-oriented, full-frame mirrorless camera that borrows core components from Canon's high-end models to deliver exceptional performance at a lower price point. A major standout feature is its class-leading autofocus system, which provides flawless animal and human eye-tracking even in extreme low-light conditions. Combined with rapid burst speeds of up to 20 frames per second and a massive buffer memory, the camera effortlessly handles fast-moving action without freezing up or lagging. Furthermore, its in-body image stabilization (IBIS) offers an impressive 8-stop advantage, producing perfectly sharp handheld shots at slow shutter speeds like 0.5 seconds. Image quality is equally superb, boasting outstanding high-ISO noise control that delivers remarkably clean, usable RAW files at sensitivities as high as ISO 12,800 and 25,600. On the downside, the camera's 20-megapixel sensor resolution falls slightly below the 24-megapixel industry standard for its class, leaving fewer reserves for heavy image cropping. To achieve its more affordable price tag, Canon housed the camera in a polycarbonate plastic body rather than magnesium alloy, giving it a less premium feel....

photoetmac.com

04/08/2021

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Field test of the Canon RF 24-105mm f/4-7.1 IS STM

The Canon RF 24-105mm f/4-7.1 IS STM is highly praised as an exceptionally lightweight (395 g), compact, and affordable full-frame zoom lens that defies its budget status. Its core strengths include excellent sharpness at the center of the image across all focal lengths, effective 5-stop image stabilization, and a fast, quiet STM autofocus motor. A standout feature is its impressive close-up capability, which drops to a minimum focusing distance of just 2 cm at 24mm in manual focus mode, enabling a unique "Center Macro" effect with 0.50x magnification. The reviewer emphasizes that while critics dismiss the lens due to its variable aperture, it serves as an ideal, highly portable "walk-around" or hiking lens that pairs perfectly with a compact f/1.8 prime lens for low-light situations. However, the lens does compromise on several optical and physical fronts to achieve its low price point and small form factor. Its most notable drawback is a restrictive and dim maximum aperture that drops to f/7.1 past the 80mm focal length. Optically, it suffers from severe native distortion and massive vignetting at the 24mm wide...

digitec.ch

08/04/2025

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A five-month budget trip: the wrap-up

In a Digitec review, the budget-friendly Canon RF 24-105mm f/4-7.1 IS STM lens was evaluated after five months of travel, with the author praising its versatile focal range, lightweight, compact design, and excellent 20cm minimum focusing distance. While offering great value, the lens has compromises including a slow variable aperture of f/4.0-7.1 that limits low-light performance and significant optical distortion requiring software correction. Despite these drawbacks, the lens is considered an ideal, practical choice for travelers prioritizing mobility over professional-grade, fast aperture capabilities.

findmax.fr

12/11/2025

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Canon EOS R6 Mark II + RF 24-105mm f/4-7.1 IS STM Review: Full 2025 Test

The FINDMAX review awards the Canon EOS R6 Mark II an impressive 9.1/10 rating, praising it as a highly capable and versatile full-frame hybrid camera built for action photographers and content creators. Tested extensively over six days, the camera's primary strengths lie in its revolutionary Deep Learning autofocus system, which boasts an 80% speed increase over its predecessor to track humans, animals, and vehicles flawlessly. Performance is further highlighted by a blazing electronic burst rate of 40 frames per second with a 0.5-second RAW pre-capture, an exceptional low-light AF threshold of -6.5 EV, and an incredibly robust 5-axis In-Body Image Stabilization (IBIS) offering up to 8 stops of stabilization. Videographers will find immense value in its uncropped, oversampled 4K 60p internal recording (up to 6 hours continuous) and the ability to output 6K 60p ProRes RAW via HDMI. However, the reviewer notes several downsides, starting with the 24.2 MP resolution, which may feel restrictive for photographers focusing on heavy cropping, large prints, landscapes, or architecture. In terms of hardware, the inclusion of a less robust Micro HDMI Type-D port instead...

photoetmac.com

19/01/2021

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Canon RF 24-105mm f4-7.1: The Ideal Budget Zoom Lens?

The Photoetmac review characterizes the Canon RF 24-105mm f/4-7.1 IS STM as a lightweight, compact, and affordable standard zoom that makes the EOS R system accessible, featuring effective 5-stop image stabilization and a unique 0.4x-0.5x Center Focus Macro mode. Pros include its excellent STM autofocus and travel-friendly design, though it is compromised by a dark variable aperture (f/7.1 at 105mm) that hampers low-light performance and bokeh, along with a plastic build lacking weather sealing.

findmax.fr

03/05/2026

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Complete 2026 Camera Gear Guide: Equipment, Reviews, and Tips

This review functions as a comprehensive buyer's guide for choosing photography equipment in 2026, combining real-world field testing with practical advice for all skill levels. The author breaks down options by category, highlighting premium compacts like the Canon PowerShot G7X Mark III for vlogging, versatile bridge cameras such as the Panasonic Lumix DC-FZ82, and interchangeable lens hybrids ranging from entry-level APS-C models to high-end full-frame bodies. Beyond body selection, the guide emphasizes the critical role of lenses and offers actionable rules for artistic improvement, such as mastering the "exposure triangle" (aperture, shutter speed, ISO), analyzing images on larger screens, and maintaining a consistent shooting routine. A notable pro of this guide is its highly digestible, jargon-free structure that uses real-world field insights rather than purely technical specifications. It also provides valuable purchasing advice by evaluating trusted retailers, discussing the benefits of buying used gear, and outlining clear budget tiers. On the downside, the guide relies heavily on affiliate links, which may influence the product selection, and it sometimes references conflicting timelines by mixing 2025 and 2026 benchmarks across its test...

xatakafoto.com

17/06/2020

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Canon RF 24-105mm f4-7.1 IS STM Review: An affordable zoom that makes up for its lack of brightness with great all-around performance

The Canon RF 24-105mm f/4-7.1 IS STM is a highly compact, lightweight zoom lens under 400 grams designed as an affordable companion for full-frame mirrorless cameras like the Canon EOS RP. Its primary advantages include excellent center sharpness, bright image production, an effective 5-stop optical stabilization system, and a remarkably quiet STM autofocus motor that is well-suited for video. Additionally, it offers a highly versatile minimum focusing distance of just 13 cm in manual focus mode, making it an excellent budget-friendly choice for everyday photography, travel, and macro details. However, the lens makes notable compromises in its physical construction and optical speed to maintain its low price point and small size. Its main drawbacks are a very narrow variable maximum aperture that quickly drops from f/4 at 24mm to a highly restrictive f/7.1 between 80mm and 105mm, which limits deep background blur (bokeh) for portraiture. Furthermore, the outer build is made entirely of plastic without weather sealing against dust or splashes, it displays noticeable optical distortion in the corners, does not include a lens hood, and lacks the smooth, premium...

fotografiamoderna.it

23/01/2025

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Canon RF 24-105mm IS STM Review - Modern Photography

This review highlights the Canon RF 24-105mm f/4-7.1 IS STM lens as a highly versatile, budget-friendly standard zoom designed specifically for the Canon EOS R mirrorless system, making it an ideal kit option for the EOS RP. Weighing only 395 grams and measuring 8.88 cm in length, this compact and lightweight optic delivers surprisingly good sharpness across the zoom range, particularly in the center from 24mm to 85mm. Standout features include a fast, silent, and reliable autofocus system that locks onto subjects in just 0.15 seconds, along with a built-in 5-stop image stabilization system that automatically detects panning movements. Additionally, it offers impressive macro capabilities, reaching a 0.40x magnification at 105mm and up to 0.50x at 24mm using the unique manual Center Focus Macro mode. However, the lens has several limitations, primarily its narrow and variable maximum aperture of f/7.1 between 83mm and 105mm, which restricts low-light performance and makes a deep depth of field difficult to achieve. Image quality drops toward the edges of the frame and noticeably softens at the telephoto end when shooting wide open. It also...

galaxus.it

08/04/2025

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Five months of travel on a budget

In a Galaxus review, David Lee details his five-month journey using the budget-friendly Canon RF 24-105mm f/4.0-7.1 IS STM lens, which became his primary, versatile tool for capturing over 2,000 photos. The review highlights that for travel, lens versatility outweighs the need for expensive, high-end, or fast-aperture optics. The lens's primary advantages include a versatile 24-105mm focal range, lightweight portability, and high affordability. Conversely, drawbacks feature a slow variable aperture (f/4.0-7.1) that makes low-light shooting challenging, along with compromised corner sharpness.

eoszine.nl

24/06/2020

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Canon RF 24-105mm f/4-7.1 IS STM Review

Overview and Performance The review outlines the Canon RF 24-105mm f/4-7.1 IS STM as a highly compact, lightweight zoom lens specifically designed to serve as a budget-friendly "soulmate" for the full-frame Canon EOS RP. Weighing just 390 grams with a 67mm filter size, it fixes the physical hand-grip imbalance commonly experienced when heavier lenses are paired with smaller mirrorless bodies. The reviewer notes that while the lens compromises on native optical perfection to keep size and price under 500 euros, its technical flaws are aggressively ironed out via digital camera profiles and Canon's Digital Lens Optimizer (DLO) software. Focus performance is driven by a smooth and silent STM motor, and when paired with the built-in image stabilization—which delivers an effective 4-to-5 stop compensation in hand-held practical testing—the lens proves to be a highly versatile, quiet tool for everyday travel photography and internal microphone video recording. Pros and Cons Key advantages highlighted in the review include its extreme lightweight portability (only 870g combined with the EOS RP), a very appealing and versatile focal range, a silent STM focusing system, and highly...

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