The Canon RF 15-35mm F2.8L IS USM is a professional wide-angle zoom lens for the EOS R system, offering a fast f/2.8 maximum aperture with 5-stop Image Stabilization across its ultra-wide zoom range. It is a key part of Canon's professional RF trinity alongside the RF 24-70mm and RF 70-200mm F2.8 zooms, designed for photojournalism, events, and environmental portraits. Firmware updates ensure compatibility with newer Canon camera bodies.
Product released: August 1, 2019
Latest firmware version
Version 1.0.8, released December 8, 2022
Last checked for updates: Oct 31, 2026 03:52 UTC
What's new in version 1.0.8
Firmware Version 1.0.8 incorporates the following enhancement: 1. Adds the ability to correct focus breathing during movie recording. * Compatible with cameras that supports focus breathing correction. If the lens' firmware is already Version 1.0.8, it is not necessary to update the firmware. You can check the firmware version of the lens from the camera menu. Refer to the camera instruction manual for how to check the current firmware version.
The Canon RF 15-35mm F2.8L IS USM is a professional wide-angle zoom lens for the EOS R system, offering a fast f/2.8 maximum aperture with 5-stop Image Stabilization across its ultra-wide zoom range. It is a key part of Canon's professional RF trinity alongside the RF 24-70mm and RF 70-200mm F2.8 zooms, designed for photojournalism, events, and environmental portraits. Firmware updates ensure compatibility with newer Canon camera bodies. It was originally released on August 1, 2019.
What is the latest firmware version of Canon RF 15-35mm F2.8L IS USM?
The latest firmware version of Canon RF 15-35mm F2.8L IS USM is 1.0.8. It was released on December 8, 2022.
What changed in Canon RF 15-35mm F2.8L IS USM firmware version 1.0.8?
Canon RF 15-35mm F2.8L IS USM firmware version 1.0.8 includes the following changes: Firmware Version 1.0.8 incorporates the following enhancement: 1. Adds the ability to correct focus breathing during movie recording. * Compatible with cameras that supports focus breathing correction. If the lens' firmware is already Version 1.0.8, it is not necessary to update the firmware. You can check the firmware version of the lens from the camera menu. Refer to the camera instruction manual for how to check the current firmware version.
Where can I download the latest Canon RF 15-35mm F2.8L IS USM firmware?
Details and download instructions for the latest Canon RF 15-35mm F2.8L IS USM firmware (version 1.0.8) are on Canon's official release page: https://www.canon.co.uk/support/consumer/products/lenses/rf/rf-15-35mm-f28l-is-usm.html?type=firmware