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EF-M 32mm f/1.4 STMCanon EF-M 32mm f/1.4 STM Lens

Overview

Canon's EF-M 32mm F1.4 STM lens is effectively a 'standard lens' [~51mm equiv.] on the APS-C EF-M cameras.

Features of the EF-M 32mm f/1.4 STM lens include:

  • 14 elements in eight groups, including a glass moulded aspherical lens
  • Super Spectra Coating technology and optimised lens element placement helps minimise ghosting and flaring
  • Lead gear-type STM stepping motor to help provide smooth and quiet focus operation when taking photos, and near-silence when shooting video
  • Wide focusing ring with full-time manual focus capabilities
  • Compact and lightweight design: maximum diameter of 60.9mm, total length of 50.5mm and approximate weight of 235g
  • Maximum magnification of 0.25x and minimum focusing distance of 0.23m

Available from: Amazon.com | Amazon.co.uk | B&H | Adorama

EF-M 32 Lens specifications

Image size APS-C
35mm film equivalent focal length (mm) 35
Lens construction (elements/groups) 14/8
No. of diaphragm blades 7
Minimum aperture 16
Closest focussing distance (m) 0.23
Maximum magnification (x) 0.25
Distance Information Provided
Image stabilizer None
AF actuator STM
Filter diameter (mm) 43
Max. diameter x length (mm) 60.9 x 50.5
Weight (g) 235g

Accessories

Lens Cap EB
Lens hood ES-60
Magnification Extension Tube EF12 II -
Magnification Extension Tube EF25 II -
Extender Compatiblity NC

MTF

EF-M32/1.4 MTF chart

A quick guide to MTF charts (which only measure contrast and resolution. Canon's guide to their MTF charts)

Black lines reflect lens performance at widest aperture.
Blue lines show the performance at f/8

Thick lines indicate lens contrast
Thin lines indicate lens resolution

Dashed lines: Lens performance with meridional lines.
Solid lines: Lens performance with sagittal lines

Closer sagittal and meridional chart lines indicate more 'natural' out of focus areas.

Remember that MTF charts are good for comparing similar lenses, so comparing ones from the 14mm f2.8L and 300mm 2.8L won't tell you much at all, whilst comparing the EF14 2.8L with the EF14 2.8L II will show meaningful differences. Note that other manufacturers may have different ways of displaying such information that may or may not match up with the Canon figures.

EF-M 32mm f/1.4 STM reviews and articles

  • Canon UK | US Information Page
  • Amazon
  • Canon CPN article
  • Fred Miranda
  • Lens Tip
  • Digital Picture
  • ePhotozine
  • SLR Gear
  • Lens Review
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Sample images

None available at present.

Product launch information - Sept. 2018

efm32 f/1.4 The EF-M standard lens
US Press info

MELVILLE, N.Y., September 5, 2018 – Canon U.S.A. Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, today introduced a new EF-M wide angle fixed-focal-length lens, the EF-M 32mm f/1.4 STM. The EF-M lens is both compact and lightweight, serving as an ideal addition for any photographer shooting with an EOS-M series camera. Entry and enthusiast-level photographers who are passionately seeking to take their photography skills to the next-level will find this lens to be a great addition for portraiture, landscapes or general travel photography.

EF-M 32mm f/1.4 STM

“As Canon continues to expand the company’s EF-M lineup, it is very important that users are provided the tools they desire for a variety of shooting situations,” said Kazuto Ogawa, president and chief operating officer, Canon U.S.A., Inc. “The new EF-M 32mm f/1.4 STM lens delivers great image quality in a compact and lightweight form factor, allowing photographers to capture the images they envision when they pick up their camera.”

EF-M 32mm f/1.4 STM

The EF-M 32mm f/1.4 STM lens is the second EF-M lens to feature a large-aperture, delivering stunning bokeh with a soft blurred background that helps photographers isolate their subjects. In addition, the 32mm focal length converts to approximately 51m in 35mm format, providing an angle-of-view close to the field-of-view of the human eye.

Additional noteworthy features of the EF-M 32mm f/1.4 STM lens include:

  • 14 elements in eight groups, including a glass moulded aspherical lens
  • Super Spectra Coating technology and optimised lens element placement helps minimise ghosting and flaring
  • Lead gear-type STM stepping motor to help provide smooth and quiet focus operation when taking photos, and near-silence when shooting video
  • Wide focusing ring with full-time manual focus capabilities
  • Compact and lightweight design: maximum diameter of 60.9mm, total length of 50.5mm and approximate weight of 235g
  • Maximum magnification of 0.25x and minimum focusing distance of 0.23m

Availability and Pricing

The EF-M 32mm f/1.4 STM will be available for purchase in late September 2018 for an estimated retail price of $479.99*. Included accessories for the new lens are Canon lens cap E-43, lens hood ES-60 and lens case LP-1014. For additional information about the new lens or to learn more about the complete lineup of Canon EF-M lenses, please visit usa.canon.com.

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