Capture Every Moment More Broadly

AF 12mm F2 RF-S

AF 12mm F2 RF-S

Capture every moment with a broader perspective using the RF-S mount 12mm ultra-wide angle lens. The lens is Samyang's first RF-S lens, designed to be versatile for various photography styles, including landscape, architecture, astrophotography, and travel. With a user-friendly AF/MF switch for effortless operation, this lens delivers excellent resolution across a wide range of areas, thanks to its five special lenses (including 1 H-ASP, 1 ASP and 3 ED lenses). Discover the vast world with the AF 12mm F2 RF-S, which continues Samyang's legacy as the 'master of wide-angle' photography.

Ultra-Wide Prime Lens for RF-S Users

Samyang's highly anticipated RF mount lens has officially arrived, bringing an exceptional ultra-wide-angle option to Canon's RF-S prime lens lineup. The AF 12mm F2 RF-S delivers a dynamic and immersive shooting experience with its expansive field of view, while the bright aperture guarantees stunning clarity even in low-light conditions. It's designed to harmonize beautifully with your camera body, and weighing just 213g, it is lightweight and incredibly portable, making it the ideal companion for all your photographic adventures.

Feature

Go Wider Than Ever

Capture the Beauty of Every Scene Around You

Introducing the Samyang AF 12mm F2 RF-S, the widest prime lens designed for Canon RF-S users. This ultra-wide-angle lens opens up endless possibilities for capturing breathtaking landscapes, stunning architecture, beautiful astrophotography, and unforgettable travel moments.

Bright F2 Aperture for Outstanding Image Expression

Day and Night, Always in Focus

The AF 12mm F2 RF-S delivers sharpness across the entire frame, even in challenging low-light conditions. It uses three extra-low dispersion (3 ED) elements and two aspherical lenses (1 H-ASP, 1 ASP) to correct chromatic aberration, distortion, and sagittal coma, making it ideal for stunning nightscape photography.

Create More Dynamic Image

The shallow depth of field effectively distinguishes the subject from the background, while the minimum focus distance of 0.2 meters lets you capture more dynamic images. You can expand your creative options with a more noticeable background blur compared to zoom lenses, and you'll appreciate the beautiful starburst effect produced by the seven aperture blades.

Accurate and Quite Auto Focus

Featuring a Linear STM stepping motor, it delivers quiet and precise autofocus performance, enabling you to accurately and swiftly track your subject and capture every moment you desire.

Convenient Features and Premium Design

Compact and Lightweight, Perfect Matches with Canon Camera

The AF 12mm F2 RF-S is a compact and lightweight lens, measuring 57.2mm in length and weighing 213g. The lens is an ideal companion for outdoor photography, ensuring you can easily carry it wherever you go. With a sleek matte finish and an elegant red ring that catches the eye from different angles, this lens doesn’t just perform well; it also enhances the aesthetic appeal of your camera.

It’s simple, yet convenient

The AF/MF switch is positioned on the lens's side, enabling photographers to swiftly and conveniently toggle between focus modes for various situations. This lens is constructed to be weather-sealed, providing protection against dust, light rain, and snow.

DATA

Specifications

Model NameAF 12mm F2 RF-S
Aperture RangeF2 ~ 22
Lens OpticalConstruction12 Elements in 10 Groups
Special LensH-ASP 1, ASP 1, ED 3
CoatingUMC
Minimum Focusing Distance0.2m (0.66ft)
Magnification Ratiox0.09
Diaphragm Blades7
Filter Size (mm)Φ 62.0
Maximum Diameter (mm)Φ 70.0
MountCanon RF-S
Angle of viewAPS-C96.8˚
Length57.2mm / 2.25in
Weight (without Lens Cap, Hood)213g / 7.5oz
Weather SealingO
AF/MF mode switchO
AF MotorLinear STM

 

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