Canon RF 24-105mm F4-7.1 IS STM vs Canon RF 28-70mm F2.0 L 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 28-70mm F2.0 L USM is faster by 2 stops (f/2.0 vs f/4.0), letting in more light.
- Canon RF 24-105mm F4-7.1 IS STM is lighter by 1035g.
- Canon RF 24-105mm F4-7.1 IS STM goes wider (24mm vs 28mm).
- Canon RF 24-105mm F4-7.1 IS STM reaches further (105mm vs 70mm).
- Canon RF 24-105mm F4-7.1 IS STM is the newer design (2020 vs 2018).
| Spec | RF 24-105mm F4-7.1 IS STM | RF 28-70mm F2.0 L USM |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Canon | Canon |
| Mount | Canon RF | Canon RF |
| Type | Zoom | Zoom |
| Focal length | 24-105mm (wider) | 28-70mm |
| Max aperture | f/4.0 | f/2.0 (faster) |
| Released | 2020 | 2018 |
| Blades | 7 | 9 |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Groups | 11 | 13 |
| Af motor | STM | USM |
| Elements | 13 | 19 |
| Weight g | 395.0 (lighter) | 1430.0 |
| Filter mm | 67 | 95 |
| Length mm | 88.8 | 139.8 |
| Stabilized | Yes | n/a |
| Diameter mm | 76.6 | 103.8 |
| Min focus m | n/a | 0.39 |
| Max magnification | n/a | 0.18 |
Canon RF 24-105mm F4-7.1 IS STM
A compact standard zoom for Canon RF full-frame cameras with stabilization and a stepping motor. Variable aperture.
Pros
- Small and light (395 g)
- Image stabilization
- Wide zoom range
Cons
- Variable aperture to f/7.1
- Not an L-series build
- Less sharp than the L
Canon RF 28-70mm F2.0 L USM
A large-aperture standard zoom for Canon RF full-frame cameras with a constant f/2 aperture. No image stabilization; large and heavy.
Pros
- f/2 across the zoom range
- Replaces several primes
- Weather-sealed L build
Cons
- No image stabilization
- Very heavy (1.43 kg)
- Large 95mm filter thread