Canon RF 15-30mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM

FOCAL 15-30mmAPERTURE f/4.5-6.3WEIGHT 390gFILTER 67mm

LandscapeVlogging & videoStabilised

New ≈£499

Used at MPB*£349–429

Overview

The Canon RF 15-30mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM is a full frame 15-30mm f/4.5-6.3 zoom lens for the Canon RF / RF-S mount. It weighs about 390g and takes 67mm filters, with built-in stabilisation.

It's a strong choice for landscape, vlogging & video. A wide zoom (about 16–35mm equivalent) with a front filter thread for ND and polariser filters.

In our database it fits 16 camera bodies natively. Approximate new price is £499; used at MPB it sells for £349–429 depending on condition and mount (checked 5 November 2026).

Specifications

Brand	Canon
Mounts	Canon RF / RF-S (First-party)
Coverage	Full frame
Focal length	15-30mm
Equivalent on Full frame	15-30mm
Equivalent on APS-C (×1.5)	23-45mm
Maximum aperture	f/4.5-6.3
Focus	Autofocus
Stabilisation	Optical
Weather sealing	No
Weight	≈390 g
Filter thread	67 mm
Approx. new price	£499
Used at MPB (Canon RF / RF-S)	£349–429

Compatible camera bodies

16 native

Alternatives to compare

Nikon Z 24-70mm f/4 S24-70mm · f/4 · 500g · Z≈£499 new · used from £274

Samyang AF 14mm f/2.8 FE14mm · f/2.8 · 485g · E≈£499 new · used from £214

Panasonic Lumix S 18-40mm f/4.5-6.318-40mm · f/4.5-6.3 · 155g · L≈£449 new · used from £130

Viltrox AF 16mm f/1.816mm · f/1.8 · 545g · E, Z, L≈£549 new · used from £364

Where to buy

*Used prices on this site come from MPB on 5 November 2026. MPB only lists what it has bought in, so "None listed" means none in their stock that day, not that Canon RF 15-30mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM is hard to find. Check these trusted UK dealers too.

MPB ↗UsedOnline used specialist with condition grading and a 12-month warranty. Prices on this site are MPB snapshots.Wex Photo Video ↗New & usedOne of the largest UK photo retailers: official UK stock, a big used department and trade-ins.Park Cameras ↗New & usedSpecialist with stores in West Sussex and London; official UK stock.London Camera Exchange ↗New & usedHigh-street chain across UK towns: inspect used gear in person.Clifton Cameras ↗NewAuthorised UK dealer for Canon, Sony, Nikon and more, with UK warranties.Cotswold Cameras ↗New · grey importCheaper parallel imports. No UK manufacturer warranty; store-backed guarantee instead.

See example photos

Real-world shots taken with the Canon RF 15-30mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM lens. Results are searches on each site, so check the camera or lens listed in each photo's details.

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Frequently asked questions

Which cameras is the Canon RF 15-30mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM compatible with?

It's available for Canon RF / RF-S. Native bodies here include Canon EOS R5 Mark II, Canon EOS R3, Canon EOS R5, Canon EOS R10, Canon EOS R7, Canon EOS R8.

Is the Canon RF 15-30mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM weather sealed?

No, it has no weather sealing; protect it in rain.

Does the Canon RF 15-30mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM have image stabilisation?

Yes, it has optical stabilisation, which helps on bodies without IBIS.

What is the Canon RF 15-30mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM best for?

Landscape, Vlogging & video. A wide zoom (about 16–35mm equivalent) with a front filter thread for ND and polariser filters.

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