The Canon RF-S 7.8mm f/4 STM Dual is a stereoscopic lens capable of capturing high-quality 3D photos and videos with Canon’s EOS R7 and EOS R50 V cameras. Key features include:
VR Friendly Lens. This Canon RF-S 7.8mm f/4 STM Dual is an addition to Canon’s VR system of cameras and lenses. This entry-level lens captures captures content in Spatial, 3D 180° and 3D Theater formats, which can then be viewed through your favorite VR headset, like the Apple Vision Pro or Meta Quest 3. Pairing this one lens to the R7 or R50 V provides you with the ability to deliver a single file, unlike traditional VR systems that uses two separate fisheye lenses, recorded to two separate cameras, that write two separate files. This gives you a leg up in post-production by helping tackle common annoyances, such as multi-camera positioning, multi-lens syncing, image stitching, audio syncing, encoding, and more.
Canon’s EOS VR System. Canon’s EOS VR System is comprised of this lens, the R50 V, and an EOS R7 with the latest firmware and subscription-based software, either the Canon EOS VR Utility (which requires a paid subscription) or EOS VR plug-in for Adobe Premiere Pro.
Dual Lens Design. The two 7.8mm lenses are positioned precisely 11.8mm apart from their centers, mimicking human vision and allowing your footage to be as immersive as it would seeing it with your own eyes! A 63° optical field of view and 144º field of view both offer distinct advantages to certain productions. The two lenses are driven in unison by a gear-type STM with a dual-lens autofocus mechanism, promoting simple and easy autofocus operation.
Large Aperture. Providing a highly adaptable aperture range, the RF-S 7.8mm f/4 STM Dual lens allows you to go from a bright f/4 aperture in low light shooting, to a deep depth of field of f/16 for more control of your exposure in brighter environments. Additionally, a gelatin filter holder is located at the rear of the lens allowing optional gel filters to be used similarly to previous ultrawide-angle Canon lens offerings.
Compact, Lightweight, and Portable. Thanks to the RF mount and the folded optical design, the size and weight of this lens makes it easy to use in tight spaces and easy to carry in a camera bag. The lens weighs under half a pound and is just slightly over 2" in depth from the rear mount to the front side of the lens, creating a compact, portable, and lightweight solution for 3D VR imagery.
