Canon has developed the EF 40mm F/2.8 STM lens with stepper motors for fast, quiet operation when shooting video. The 40mm STM is a pancake prime lens for full frame and APS-C cameras. Feature stepper motors, to enable fast, quiet focus, particularly with the contrast-detection method of autofocus used for live view and video. It has electromagnetic diaphragms – allowing smooth and accurate control over aperture for video shooting.
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EF 40mm EF f/2.8 STM Price
The price for EF 40mm EF f/2.8 STM is $199.
EF 40mm EF f/2.8 STM Specifications
Principal specifications | ||
Lens type | Prime lens | |
Max Format size | 35mm FF | |
Focal length | 40 mm | |
Image stabilisation | No | |
Lens mount | Canon EF | |
Aperture | ||
Maximum aperture | F2.8 | |
Minimum aperture | F22.0 | |
Aperture ring | No | |
Number of diaphragm blades | 7 | |
Optics | ||
Elements | 6 | |
Groups | 4 | |
Focus | ||
Minimum focus | 0.30 m (11.81″) | |
Maximum magnification | 0.18 x | |
Autofocus | Yes | |
Motor type | Stepper motor | |
Full time manual | Yes | |
Focus method | Internal | |
Distance scale | No | |
DoF scale | No | |
Physical | ||
Weight | 130 g (0.29 lb) | |
Diameter | 68 mm (2.68″) | |
Length | 27 mm (1.06″) | |
Sealing | No | |
Colour | Black | |
Filter thread | 52 mm | |
Tripod collar | No | |
Other |
EF 40mm EF f/2.8 STM Release Date
The EF 40mm EF f/2.8 STM will be available in late June, 2012.
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