Best astrophotography lenses for the Canon EOS R

5 astrophotography lenses that fit the Canon EOS R (Canon RF mount) — wide and bright for stars and night sky. Sorted brightest-aperture first; every spec from the manufacturer's catalog.

Start with the Canon RF 14mm f/1.4 L VCM. At f/1.4 it is the brightest of the 5 astrophotography Canon RF lenses that fit the Canon EOS R — the full comparison is below.

Last verified 2026-06-21 · Canon RF mount · Canon full-frame body

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Focal	Lens	Buy	Max aperture	Type	Coverage	Best for
14mm	Canon RF 14mm f/1.4 L VCM	Amazon →	f/1.4	prime	Full-frame	Wide-angle Astrophotography Landscape Low-light
20mm	Canon RF 20mm f/1.4 L VCM	Amazon →	f/1.4	prime	Full-frame	Wide-angle Astrophotography Street Low-light
24mm	Canon RF 24mm f/1.4 L VCM	Amazon →	f/1.4	prime	Full-frame	Wide-angle Astrophotography Street Low-light
24mm	Canon RF 24mm f/1.8 Macro IS STM	Amazon →	f/1.8	prime	Full-frame	Wide-angle Astrophotography Street Macro
10-20mm	Canon RF 10-20mm f/4 L IS STM	Amazon →	f/4	zoom	Full-frame	Wide-angle Landscape Astrophotography

FAQ

What is the best astrophotography lens for the Canon EOS R?
Canon RF 14mm f/1.4 L VCM (14mm f/1.4) is the standout astrophotography option that fits the Canon EOS R. 5 astrophotography Canon RF lenses fit in total — compare them below.

Do these astrophotography lenses fit the Canon EOS R?
Yes — every lens here is a Canon RF mount lens, so it fits the Canon EOS R and covers its full-frame sensor.

All lenses for the Canon EOS R · the same use across mounts: Astrophotography lenses for Canon RF · all cameras