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Rokinon

Rokinon RK35MC 35mm f/1.4 Canon EF camera lens

SKU CH-YPBN-FFKX7 MPN RK35MC

A manual-focus 35 mm f/1.4 wide-angle lens for Canon EF cameras, built with 12 elements in 10 groups and a 77 mm filter thread

  • Part type or numberSLR Lenses
  • Diameter77 mm
  • Focus systemManual Focus
  • Lens focal length35 mm
  • Lens apertureMaximum: f/1.4 Minimum: f/22
  • Lens mountCanon EF
  • Bright f/1.4 aperture enables low-light shooting and shallow depth
  • 35 mm focal length gives 63.1° view on full-frame or 43° on APS-C
  • Manual focus with 1' minimum distance suits close-up and portrait work
  • 12 elements in 10 groups with aspherical design reduce flare and ghosting
  • Compact 3.30" length and 2.38 lb weight for easy carry

Wide-Angle Prime for Canon EF

The Rokinon RK35MC is a 35 mm f/1.4 manual-focus wide-angle lens that mounts directly to Canon EF DSLR bodies. Its 63.1-degree angle of view on full frame and approximately 43-degree view on APS-C suit landscape, street and environmental portrait work. Twelve elements in ten groups, including hybrid aspherical surfaces and multi-layer coating, reduce flare and ghosting. A 77 mm filter thread accepts standard circular filters.

Passive Thermal Behaviour

The all-metal barrel dissipates heat passively during extended shooting, with no motorised focus or stabilisation to generate extra warmth. Manual aperture control from f/1.4 to f/22 involves no electronic drive noise, keeping operation silent for video capture. At 2.38 lb and 3.30 in long, the lens adds minimal mass to the camera body, so balance and handling remain steady during long sessions.

Build Integration Needs

The 77 mm front diameter and 3.26 in maximum barrel width fit common matte boxes and filter systems without vignetting. A removable petal hood is included to shield the front element from stray light. Minimum focus distance of 1 ft (30.48 cm) allows close-up detail work, while the compact 3.30 in length leaves room in tight bags. Buyers needing autofocus or electronic aperture communication should consider alternative lenses.

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Price $347.99
Cheaper than about 72% of the 2,570 comparable items (median $546.49).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameRokinon
Model nameRK35MC
Part type or numberSLR Lenses
Product typeWide Angle Lens
Product colorBlack
Audio & video
Focus systemManual Focus
Lens focal length35 mm
Lens apertureMaximum: f/1.4 Minimum: f/22
Lens mountCanon EF
Viewing angle63.1 degrees
Closest focusing distance1'
Optical construction12 elements in 10 groups
Size & build
Diameter77 mm
Filter thread size77 mm
Product dimensionsLength: 3.3 in
Maximum Diameter: 3.26 in
Shipping weight0.91 kg
Package size25 × 25 × 25 mm
Compatibility
Compatible withCanon Digital SLR Cameras

Questions about this item

How do I mount this 35mm f/1.4 lens on my Canon EF body, and what step do people skip?

Align the red dot on the lens barrel with the red dot on the Canon EF mount, twist clockwise until it clicks, then remove the rear cap; the step often missed is setting the camera to manual-focus mode because this lens has no autofocus motor.

What maintenance or replacement will this RK35MC need over time?

The 77 mm filter thread accepts protective filters that should be cleaned with a microfibre cloth; the manual aperture ring and focus helicoid have no electronic contacts to fail, so only physical damage or heavy dust inside the 12-element optical group would require professional service.

What limit appears first during extended shooting at f/1.4?

The shallow depth of field at the maximum f/1.4 aperture makes precise manual focus the practical limit; focus peaking or magnification on the camera body helps, but the 1-foot minimum focus distance and lack of focus confirmation chips mean critical sharpness relies entirely on the photographer.

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