Canon RF 24-105mm F4-7.1 IS STM 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 F4-7.1 IS STM is lighter by 300g.
- Canon RF 24-105mm F4-7.1 IS STM 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 2020).
| Spec | RF 24-105mm F4-7.1 IS STM | 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 | 2020 | 2021 |
| Blades | 7 | 9 |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Groups | 11 | 11 |
| Af motor | STM | USM |
| Elements | 13 | 16 |
| Weight g | 395.0 (lighter) | 695.0 |
| Filter mm | 67 | 77 |
| Length mm | 88.8 | 119.0 |
| Stabilized | Yes | Yes |
| Diameter mm | 76.6 | 83.5 |
| Min focus m | n/a | 0.6 |
| Max magnification | n/a | 0.28 |
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 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