The Canon RF-S 7.8mm f/4 STM DUAL Black (6795C002) lens is a unique, dual stereoscopic lens designed specifically for creating immersive 3D/VR content. It is intended for use with Canon's APS-C mirrorless cameras, such as the EOS R7, R10, and R50.
Key Features and Highlights:
Purpose: The lens is used for capturing spatial video and 3D photos that can be viewed in VR headsets (e.g., Apple Vision Pro, Meta Quest 3) or other compatible devices, providing an immersive experience.
Dual Construction: The innovative dual lens simultaneously captures two images from different perspectives onto a single sensor, mimicking human binocular vision to create a realistic 3D effect. The interpupillary distance between the lens centers is 11.8mm.
Field of View: The 7.8mm focal length provides a diagonal angle of view of approximately 63° (12.6mm full-frame equivalent), which is close to the natural human field of view.
Autofocus: Equipped with a dual gear-type Stepping Motor (STM), which ensures fast and quiet autofocus, ideal for video recording.
Compact and Lightweight: The lens is very light (approx. 131g) and compact, making it convenient for travel.
Optical Design: Features two UD (Ultra-low Dispersion) elements and Super Spectra Coating to minimize aberrations, flare, and ghosting.
Compatibility: Optimally works with APS-C Canon EOS R7, EOS R10, and EOS R50 cameras. When mounted on full-frame EOS R system cameras, the cameras automatically switch to APS-C mode.
Minimum Focusing Distance: Allows focusing on subjects from a distance of 5.9 inches (15 cm).
Software: Processing the captured stereoscopic footage requires specific Canon software: the EOS VR Utility standalone application or the EOS VR Plug-in for Adobe Premiere Pro.