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Despite the launch of four RF and two EF-mount lenses, Canon is out to show that it’s still committed to the EF-M system. Today the company announced the EF-M 32mm F1.4 STM, which will cost $ 479.99 when it is available later this month, and offers an equivalent focal length of just over 50mm when attached to an M-series mirrorless body.
Press Release:
CANON INTRODUCES NEW LENS FEATURING THE LARGEST AND FASTEST APERTURE IN THE EF-M LENS FAMILY
New EF-M 32mm F/1.4 STM Expands Canon’s Robust Lineup of EF-M Lenses
Aimed at Entry and Enthusiast-Level Photographers
MELVILLE, N.Y., September 5, 2018 – Canon U.S.A. Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, today introduced a new EF-M wide angle fixed-focal-length lens, the EF-M 32mm f/1.4 STM. The EF-M lens is both compact and lightweight, serving as an ideal addition for any photographer shooting with an EOS-M series camera. Entry and enthusiast-level photographers who are passionately seeking to take their photography skills to the next-level will find this lens to be a great addition for portraiture, landscapes or
general travel photography.
“As Canon continues to expand the company’s EF-M lineup, it is very important that users are provided the tools they desire for a variety of shooting situations,” said Kazuto Ogawa, president and chief operating officer, Canon U.S.A., Inc. “The new EF-M 32mm f/1.4 STM lens delivers great image quality in a compact and lightweight form factor, allowing photographers to capture the images they envision when they pick up their camera.”
The EF-M 32mm f/1.4 STM lens is the second EF-M lens to feature a large-aperture, delivering stunning bokeh with a soft blurred background that helps photographers isolate their subjects. In addition, the 32mm focal length converts to approximately 51m in 35mm format, providing an angle-of-view close to the field-of-view of the human eye.
Additional noteworthy features of the EF-M 32mm f/1.4 STM lens include:
- 14 elements in eight groups, including a glass molded aspherical lens
- Super Spectra Coating technology and optimized lens element placement helps minimize ghosting and flaring
- Lead gear-type STM stepping motor to help provide smooth and quiet focus operation when taking photos, and near-silence when shooting video
- Wide focusing ring with full-time manual focus capabilities
- Compact and lightweight design: maximum diameter of 60.9mm, total length of
50.5mm and approximate weight of 235g - Maximum magnification of 0.25x and minimum focusing distance of 0.23m
Availability and Pricing
The EF-M 32mm f/1.4 STM will be available for purchase in late September 2018 for an estimated retail price of $ 479.99*. Included accessories for the new lens are Canon lens cap E-43, lens hood ES-60 and lens case LP-1014. For additional information about the new lens or to learn more about the complete lineup of Canon EF-M lenses, please visit usa.canon.com.
Canon EF-M 32mm F1.4 STM specifications
| Principal specifications | |
|---|---|
| Lens type | Prime lens |
| Max Format size | APS-C / DX |
| Focal length | 32 mm |
| Image stabilization | No |
| Lens mount | Canon EF-M |
| Aperture | |
| Maximum aperture | F1.4 |
| Minimum aperture | F16 |
| Aperture ring | No |
| Number of diaphragm blades | 7 |
| Optics | |
| Elements | 14 |
| Groups | 8 |
| Special elements / coatings | Aspherical elements + Super Spectra Coating |
| Focus | |
| Minimum focus | 0.23 m (9.06″) |
| Maximum magnification | 0.25× |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Motor type | Stepper motor |
| Full time manual | Yes |
| Focus method | Internal |
| Distance scale | No |
| DoF scale | No |
| Physical | |
| Weight | 235 g (0.52 lb) |
| Diameter | 61 mm (2.4″) |
| Length | 57 mm (2.24″) |
| Sealing | No |
| Filter thread | 43 mm |
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