A power zoom lens uses a motor or servo to provide a fluid and consistent zoom speed. It's a real advantage for video recording, allowing you to start and stop the zoom smoothly and achieve more stable footage when reframing your shots. Another benefit of a power zoom versus a manual zoom, is that it can be operated by a camera that has a zoom lever or rocker, such as the Canon EOS R6 V, EOS R50 V and EOS C50. Remote operation is also possible, using a compatible controller or software app. For example, the RF 20-50mm F4L IS USM PZ's power zoom can be operated using a smartphone or tablet, via Canon Camera Connect – perfect for zooming in and out when you're presenting to the camera or carrying out an interview.

Canon has developed an innovative mechanism that makes it quick and easy to move between power zoom and manual zoom on the RF 20-50mm F4L IS USM PZ. Both types of zoom are operated using the single zoom ring on the lens – you simply hold down the PZ/MZ switch and rotate the zoom ring to move between the two modes.

The RF 20-50mm F4L IS USM PZ is a high-quality standard zoom lens that's optimised for video without holding back your photography. Ideal for creative content makers, it covers a range of popular focal lengths but runs even wider than typical standard lenses. It's a flexible option for daily vlogs, filming interiors, capturing cinematic views and behind-the-scenes clips. It focuses close too – right down to 0.24 metres – so you can be even more creative with your framing.