Canon RF 45mm F1.2

Here are my latest photos captured with a Canon RF 45mm F1.2 STM lens. These samples showcase how effectively this lens performs across diverse settings, conditions, and subjects, thus providing a comprehensive look at its real-world performance. These should help you decide if the Canon RF 45mm F1.2 STM lens could be the perfect addition to your kit.

  • Bicycle Lane

    Tokyo uses blue road markings to indicate shared bicycle routes. From a practical standpoint, these markings are often ineffective. They provide no physical separation, no additional space, and no real sense of security for cyclists. On busy roads, most riders avoid them because the marked zone is too narrow and too exposed. The paint signals…

  • Food Truck

    Food trucks in Japan offer a kind of portable stage for photography, compact and predictable. They usually operate with permits issued by local governments, a detail that explains why they appear in the same spots around my neighbourhood in Tokyo. The setup is always similar, a small truck, a handwritten menu, and a queue of…

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    Itabashiku Hanami

    Itabashi‑ku Hanabi used to be one of those easy Tokyo summer rituals: show up by the Arakawa, claim a patch of grass, and wait for the sky to bloom. Nowadays, getting there feels like threading a needle. The heat has become brutal, the kind that melts your energy before sunset, and storms roll in so…

  • Drip Coffee

    Drip coffee and espresso may come from the same beans, but they fit very different moments in the day. Espresso is brewed under high pressure, creating a small, concentrated shot with bold flavor and a creamy layer of crema. It’s intense, rich, and perfect when you want a quick burst of energy. Drip coffee, by…