Canon RF 28-70mm F2.8 IS STM vs Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM Z
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 F2.8 IS STM is lighter by 620g.
- Canon RF 28-70mm F2.8 IS STM goes wider (28mm vs 70mm).
- Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM Z reaches further (200mm vs 70mm).
| Spec | RF 28-70mm F2.8 IS STM | RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM Z |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Canon | Canon |
| Mount | Canon RF | Canon RF |
| Type | Zoom | Telephoto Zoom |
| Focal length | 28-70mm (wider) | 70-200mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Released | 2024 | 2024 |
| Blades | 9 | 11 |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Groups | 12 | 15 |
| Af motor | STM | USM |
| Elements | 15 | 18 |
| Weight g | 495.0 (lighter) | 1115.0 |
| Filter mm | 67 | 82 |
| Length mm | 92.2 | 199.0 |
| Stabilized | Yes | Yes |
| Diameter mm | 76.5 | 88.5 |
| Min focus m | 0.27 (closer focusing) | 0.49 |
| Max magnification | 0.24 | 0.2 |
Canon RF 28-70mm F2.8 IS STM
A compact f/2.8 standard zoom for Canon RF full-frame cameras with stabilization and stepping-motor autofocus.
Pros
- Constant f/2.8
- Small and light (495 g)
- Image stabilization
Cons
- Starts at 28mm
- Narrower range than a 24-70
- Relies on digital corrections
Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM Z
Revision of the RF 70-200mm f/2.8 with video-oriented features and image stabilization, introduced in 2024. At about 1.1kg it is lighter than the EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III.
Pros
- Constant f/2.8
- Image stabilization
- Takes RF extenders
- Sealed construction
Cons
- Large
- Heavy for travel at about 1.1kg