Canon STM Pancake lenses for video work for the novice to the Pro prime lenses image quality. Canon pancake lenses including the 24mm and this 40mm can bought relatively cheaply.
In the following quick intro to the Canon EF 40mm STM lens, Tom takes you on a quick tour of the lens and why you would buy one.
Thanks to Christopher for his Video Review of the Canon 40mm Pancake STM lens.
Canons EF 40mm f/2.8 STM Pancake Lens is the first pancake lens in the Canon lens line-up, with a thickness of only 2.29cm and a fast aperture of f/2.8. This pancake 40mm lens also features the new Canon STM functionality which provides quieter, smooth and continuous auto-focus while recording video, with a STM compatible camera.
There are 8 Canon STM lenses in the range and that number is steadily growing. Cameras Direct playlist that follows here has our STM lens video reviews for your education and comparison. Do buy the right lens for your photo needs.
This Youtube Video takes you through the features and benefits of the new Canon EF 40mm STM Lens.
The Canon EF 40mm f/2.8 STM Pancake Lens will give you a focal length of approximately 64mm when used on an APS-C crop sensor camera, and thanks to the optimized coatings on the lens, it will reduce ghosting and flare greatly. If you are after one lens to whack on your camera for a day, this would be a great choice.
This Canon EF 40mm f/2.8 STM Pancake Lens comes with a full 2 year Australian Warranty. Pop into our Gold Coast camera store & warehouse or order online. #CamerasDirect, happily helping you take a better #photo and being at your service. Thank you.
