Canon RF-S3.9mm f/3.5 STM Dual Fisheye Lens: Revolutionizing VR Content Creation

Canon Malaysia has announced the RF-S3.9mm f/3.5 STM Dual Fisheye, a new lens designed to make virtual reality (VR) content creation more accessible. This compact, lightweight, and autofocus-capable lens is specifically built for APS-C cameras, currently supporting the EOS R7.

VR offers a more engaging way to experience content. Viewers can explore a scene beyond the limitations of traditional videos and photos, fostering new possibilities for creative expression, documentation, and digital storytelling.

Effortless VR Creation

Similar to the existing RF5.2mm f/2.8L Dual Fisheye, the new lens features a dual fisheye design. It captures two images simultaneously with parallax on a single sensor. This translates to a 144° field of view. The images can be converted to 180° 3D VR movies using the EOS VR Utility software or the EOS VR Plug-in for Adobe Premiere Pro. Unlike traditional methods, there’s no need for complex setups, syncing, or stitching footage from multiple cameras. This makes high-resolution VR content creation more streamlined and affordable.

Introducing Autofocus for Dual Fisheye Lenses

Canon’s first dual fisheye lens with autofocus (AF) is the RF-S3.9mm f/3.5 STM. It delivers swift and precise AF functionality. This performance is similar to any regular RF lens. This is achieved through a unique dual-lens STM mechanism that controls both lenses simultaneously. Minor adjustments for left-right focus differences can also be made using the electronic focusing ring and a dedicated focus difference adjustment mode.

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For even greater control, users can leverage the EOS Utility or Camera Connect apps. These apps allow users to position the AF frame, simplifying operation. This is especially useful when shooting from challenging angles or locations.

Superb Image Quality

The RF-S3.9mm f/3.5 STM Dual Fisheye is the first non-L lens to feature Canon’s anti-reflective ASC (Air Sphere Coating). This innovative coating minimizes ghosting and flaring, even in backlit conditions, ensuring clean and clear images. When paired with the EOS R7, the lens delivers exceptional corner-to-corner high definition, achieving a pixel density on par with the RF5.2mm f/2.8L Dual Fisheye on the EOS R5 during 4K recording.

Additional Features

The RF-S3.9mm f/3.5 STM boasts a compact and lightweight design (approximately 290g) that rivals the RF5.2mm f/2.8L Dual Fisheye. The lens also comes bundled with a rear filter holder that accommodates commercially available gelatin filters and 30.5mm screw-in filters for further creative possibilities.

Learn more about the lens through the official Canon website.

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