Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM Z vs Canon RF 135mm F1.8 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 135mm F1.8 L IS USM is faster by 1.3 stops (f/1.8 vs f/2.8), letting in more light.
- Canon RF 135mm F1.8 L IS USM is lighter by 180g.
- Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM Z goes wider (70mm vs 135mm).
- Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM Z reaches further (200mm vs 135mm).
- Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM Z is the newer design (2024 vs 2023).
| Spec | RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM Z | RF 135mm F1.8 L IS USM |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Canon | Canon |
| Mount | Canon RF | Canon RF |
| Type | Telephoto Zoom | Prime |
| Focal length | 70-200mm (wider) | 135mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/1.8 (faster) |
| Released | 2024 | 2023 |
| Blades | 11 | 9 |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Groups | 15 | 12 |
| Af motor | USM | USM |
| Elements | 18 | 17 |
| Weight g | 1115.0 | 935.0 (lighter) |
| Filter mm | 82 | 82 |
| Length mm | 199.0 | 130.3 |
| Stabilized | Yes | Yes |
| Diameter mm | 88.5 | 89.2 |
| Min focus m | 0.49 (closer focusing) | 0.7 |
| Max magnification | 0.2 | 0.26 |
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
Canon RF 135mm F1.8 L IS USM
The RF 135mm F1.8 L IS USM is a telephoto prime for Canon RF full-frame cameras with image stabilization, suited to portrait and event work.
Pros
- f/1.8 aperture
- Image stabilization
- Sharp
- Weather-sealed
Cons
- Heavy (935 g)
- Large for a prime
- Specialist length