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Canon RF 24-105mm F4 L IS USM vs Canon RF 70-200mm F4 L IS USM

Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.

Verdict at a glance

  • Canon RF 24-105mm F4 L IS USM goes wider (24mm vs 70mm).
  • Canon RF 70-200mm F4 L IS USM reaches further (200mm vs 105mm).
  • Canon RF 70-200mm F4 L IS USM is the newer design (2021 vs 2018).
Specification comparison
Spec RF 24-105mm F4 L IS USM RF 70-200mm F4 L IS USM
Brand Canon Canon
Mount Canon RF Canon RF
Type Zoom Telephoto Zoom
Focal length 24-105mm (wider) 70-200mm
Max aperture f/4.0 f/4.0
Released 2018 2021
Blades 9 9
Format full-frame full-frame
Groups 14 11
Af motor USM USM
Elements 18 16
Weight g 700.0 695.0
Filter mm 77 77
Length mm 107.3 119.0
Stabilized Yes Yes
Diameter mm 83.5 83.5
Min focus m 0.45 (closer focusing) 0.6
Max magnification 0.24 0.28

Canon RF 24-105mm F4 L IS USM

A constant-f/4 standard zoom for Canon RF with stabilization and L-series build. It is a common kit lens with RF bodies.

Pros

  • Wide 24-105mm range
  • Constant f/4
  • Image stabilization
  • Weather-sealed

Cons

  • Not bright for low light
  • Relies on digital corrections
  • Larger than the f/4-7.1 STM

Canon RF 70-200mm F4 L IS USM

A very compact f/4 telephoto zoom for Canon RF full-frame cameras with image stabilization. Small enough for hiking and travel.

Pros

  • Very compact and light (695 g)
  • Image stabilization
  • Weather-sealed L build
  • Constant f/4

Cons

  • f/4 limits low light
  • Less shallow depth of field
  • Extends when zooming

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