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Compact silver Canon EF 40mm f/2.8 STM lens with slim cylindrical barrel

Canon

Canon EF 40mm f/2.8 STM camcorder lens

SKU CH-DSBR-6AZGV

An ultra-slim 40mm f/2.8 prime lens with stepping motor for silent video AF and close focus down to 0.30 m

  • TypeLenses Accessories
  • Ultra-slim 40mm design keeps shooting discreet and comfortable
  • Bright f/2.8 aperture gathers light for clean low-light images
  • Stepping motor drives smooth, quiet AF during video recording
  • Close 0.30 m focus captures detail at short range
  • Seven-blade circular aperture renders soft, natural background blur

Ultra-slim 40mm prime

This Canon EF 40mm f/2.8 STM lens is an ultra-slim, lightweight prime designed for full-frame and APS-C EOS cameras. Its compact pancake profile makes the system unobtrusive for street, travel and everyday photography. The bright f/2.8 maximum aperture supports low-light work and shallow depth of field. A stepping motor provides smooth, quiet autofocus during video recording.

Discreet everyday carry

Photographers wanting a lightweight, inconspicuous lens for daily use will appreciate the minimal bulk and quiet focusing. The short 0.30 m minimum focus distance allows close-up detail shots. Buyers who need zoom flexibility or faster apertures for indoor sports should look at other options. The design prioritises portability over telephoto reach.

40mm focal length

The 40mm focal length delivers a natural perspective close to human vision on full-frame sensors. On APS-C bodies it provides a short telephoto field of view suited to portraits. This single focal length determines the framing and working distance for every shot. Choose this lens when a fixed 40mm perspective matches your creative needs.

Highlights

  • Ultra-slim 40mm design keeps shooting discreet and comfortable
  • Bright f/2.8 aperture gathers light for clean low-light images
  • Stepping motor drives smooth, quiet AF during video recording
  • Close 0.30 m focus captures detail at short range
  • Seven-blade circular aperture renders soft, natural background blur

Specifications

BrandCanon
TypeLenses Accessories

Questions about this item

What focal length does the EF 40mm f/2.8 STM lens provide?

The lens has a fixed 40mm focal length with a maximum aperture of f/2.8 for bright, high-quality images across the frame.

What is the minimum focusing distance of this lens?

It focuses as close as 0.30 m or 0.98 ft, allowing close-up shots while maintaining sharpness and detail.

How is the STM motor used when recording video on a Canon EOS Rebel T4i?

The stepping motor enables smooth and quiet continuous autofocus during video capture on the Rebel T4i.

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