The growing pains of a just-born camera system are something early adopters must endure. I don't think Canon did itself a favor by omitting a budget option from its first batch of RF lenses, but that doesn't take away from the quality you get from the RF 24-105mm F4 L IS USM.

4.4x zoom range; Crisp optics; Constant f/4 design; Excellent build; Optical stabilization; Dust and splash protection; Protective fluorine coating

Pricey; Heavy vignette, Shows some distortion

Canon mirrorless system owners have a few options when it comes to a standard zoom lens for an R series mirrorless camera. The RF 24-105mm F4 L IS USM ($1,099) is a midrange option, with a dimmer f-stop and shorter zoom range than the premium RF 24-70mm F2.8 L IS USM ($2,299) and RF 28-70mm F2 L USM, but notably better optics than the RF 24-105mm F4-7.1 L IS STM or RF 24-240mm F4-6.3 IS USM. Photos are sharp, even on high-resolution sensors, and while it's bigger than the F4-7.1 edition, it balances well on an R mirrorless body. If you want more range than the 24-70mm F2.8, or just want to spend a bit less, the 24-105mm F4 fits the bill.More Than a Kit Zoom The term "kit zoom" is almost a dirty word in photographic circles, despite manufacturers largely offering much better starter options for SLRs and mirrorless systems in recent years than they used to. The RF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM is built, and priced, beyond even modern kit lens quality. It offers more zoom range than the Niko...

The Canon RF 24-105mm F4 L IS USM zooms a bit further than the 24-70mm F2.8, and while it gathers less light, it's a fine choice for photographers who prefer a bit extra zoom power.

4.4x zoom range; Crisp optics; Constant f/4 design; Excellent build; Optical stabilization; Dust and splash protection; Protective fluorine coating

Pricey; Heavy vignette; Shows some distortion

If we look at this just as a lens for a camera system then the cost is about right and the performance is excellent. So, for users of this system this is a very fine standard zoom and in fact pretty much the only choice at the moment. It absolutely delivers the goods.

Excellent sharpness, Low central CA, Performance well maintained at all focal lengths, Smooth bokeh, High quality manufacture, Weather sealed, Excellent ergonomics, Silent and ultra smooth AF, Image Stabilisation

Edge CA, Distortion

The Apple iPhone 14 isn’t a huge upgrade on the iPhone 13, yet it still is a great phone with a top camera, good battery life and all the iOS benefits.

Clever safety features, Very good battery life, Reliable camera, Fun colours, You’ve got an ageing iPhone: If you’re on an iPhone 11 or older, then the changes here will make a notable difference.

Stuck on a 60Hz display, Minimal differences to the iPhone 13, You’ve got an iPhone 13: The changes from Apple’s previous phone aren’t enough to warrant an upgrade this year.

The Apple iPhone 14 is no match for the just-released iPhone 14 Pro, but if you ignore that, it’s one of the most effective phones around.

Great cameras, front and back, Fast performance, Good battery life, Innovative safety features

Design too familiar, Some average features

“The iPhone 14 isn't a huge upgrade compared to its predecessor. But with a great design, screen, performance, and cameras, that's far from a bad thing at all.”

Comfortable, high-end build, OLED screen looks fantastic, A15 chip performs great, Good camera upgrades, Dependable battery life, Helpful safety features

60Hz display, No telephoto camera, eSIM might be a pain for some

The iPhone 14 isn’t much of an upgrade over the iPhone 13, but it’s still a great device and an upgrade for anyone coming from the iPhone 11 or older.

Great camera, Good battery, Emergency features are cool, Still excellent performance

Display could use some upgrades

Apple has given select media outlets and YouTubers access to the new iPhone 14 ahead of when it begins arriving in customers' hands on Friday, September 16. There are two models of the ‌iPhone‌ 14, the standard 6.1-inch ‌iPhone‌ 14 and the larger 6.7-inch ‌iPhone‌ 14 Plus.

More like an iPhone 13S. The generational upgrades for the iPhone 14 are limited to a few subtle changes. At the same time, however, the base price climbs to 800 USD, while the only true innovation happens inside the iPhone 14 Pro series.

excellent OLED display, dust- and waterproof, fast Wi-Fi, wide range of supported frequencies, great camera, very fast performance, good battery life

display limited to 60 Hz, charging rate limited to 20 watts, no macro lens, wide notch

The RF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM is a professional standard zoom lens for Canon's new full-frame mirrorless camera system. Featuring a Nano Ultrasonic Motor for smooth, precise and quiet continuous auto-focusing, Fluorine coatings on the front and rear lens elements, 9 rounded diaphragm blades for...