Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM vs Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1 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 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM is faster by 1.4 stops (f/2.8 vs f/4.5), letting in more light.
- Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM is lighter by 300g.
- Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM goes wider (70mm vs 100mm).
- Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM reaches further (500mm vs 200mm).
- Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM is the newer design (2020 vs 2019).
| Spec | RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM | RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Canon | Canon |
| Mount | Canon RF | Canon RF |
| Type | Telephoto Zoom | Telephoto Zoom |
| Focal length | 70-200mm (wider) | 100-500mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 (faster) | f/4.5 |
| Released | 2019 | 2020 |
| Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Groups | 13 | 14 |
| Af motor | USM | USM |
| Elements | 17 | 20 |
| Weight g | 1070.0 (lighter) | 1370.0 |
| Filter mm | 77 | 77 |
| Length mm | 146.0 | 207.6 |
| Stabilized | Yes | Yes |
| Diameter mm | 89.9 | 93.8 |
| Min focus m | 0.7 (closer focusing) | 0.9 |
| Max magnification | 0.23 | 0.33 |
Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM
The RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM is a compact telephoto zoom for Canon RF full-frame cameras with a constant f/2.8 aperture. Its internal-zoom design keeps the length fixed and shorter than the EF equivalents.
Pros
- Constant f/2.8
- Compact for an f/2.8 70-200
- Image stabilization
- Weather-sealed L build
Cons
- Heavy (about 1.1 kg)
- Heavier than the f/4 version
- Not as bright as the primes
Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM
A long telephoto zoom for Canon RF full-frame cameras with stabilization and weather sealing. Popular for wildlife and sports.
Pros
- Long 500mm reach
- Image stabilization
- Weather-sealed L build
- Compatible with RF extenders
Cons
- Slow at the long end (f/7.1)
- Heavy to handhold (1.37 kg)
- Large