Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM vs Tamron 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 B061 RF
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 0.6 stops (f/2.8 vs f/3.5), letting in more light.
- Tamron 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 B061 RF goes wider (18mm vs 70mm).
- Tamron 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 B061 RF reaches further (300mm vs 200mm).
| Spec | RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM | 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 B061 RF |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Canon | Tamron |
| Mount | Canon RF | Canon RF |
| Type | Telephoto Zoom | Superzoom |
| Focal length | 70-200mm | 18-300mm (wider) |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 (faster) | f/3.5 |
| Released | 2019 | n/a |
| Blades | 9 | n/a |
| Format | full-frame | n/a |
| Groups | 13 | n/a |
| Af motor | USM | n/a |
| Elements | 17 | n/a |
| Weight g | 1070.0 | n/a |
| Filter mm | 77 | n/a |
| Length mm | 146.0 | n/a |
| Stabilized | Yes | n/a |
| Diameter mm | 89.9 | n/a |
| Min focus m | 0.7 | n/a |
| Max magnification | 0.23 | n/a |
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
Tamron 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 B061 RF
Tamron 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 B061 RF: a superzoom lens with a 18-300mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/3.5-6.3, made for Canon RF mount cameras. The wide-to-tele range makes it a one-lens option for travel and everyday shooting.