The Canon RF 15-30mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM is part of Canon's EOS R system, one of Canon's most important releases since the EOS system began about 30 years ago. Learn more about the EOS R system and the standout features of this lens:

• The distance between the RF lens' mount and the surface of the EOS R sensor has been reduced from 44mm in the EF/EF-S system to a mere 20mm. Having larger optical elements very close to the sensor means fewer aberrations, greater brightness, and better image performance overall.
• The number of contact pins has been increased, elevating the speed and volume of communication between the lens and camera. This is supported by a new microprocessor within the lens that increases communication without significantly increasing power consumption.
• Taking advantage of the communication features listed above, RF lenses provide the unique ability to assign custom shooting functions directly to the lens. A special tactile control ring on the barrel of this lens can be assigned to functions like aperture value, shutter speed, ISO adjustment, and exposure compensation.
• Incorporating a stepping motor (STM) focus drive system, this lens exhibits smooth, silent, and ultra-quick AF performance to meet the demands of video shooting.
• This lens offers a close focusing distance (just 5" from your subject) and a half-life-size magnification ratio. It's also equipped with image stabilization.

This is very portable zoom that's great for both photography and video. It is ideal for landscapes, architecture, street subjects/travel, and macro work.