Canon RF 24-105mm F2.8 L IS USM Z vs Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 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 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM is lighter by 260g.
- Canon RF 24-105mm F2.8 L IS USM Z goes wider (24mm vs 70mm).
- Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM reaches further (200mm vs 105mm).
- Canon RF 24-105mm F2.8 L IS USM Z is the newer design (2023 vs 2019).
| Spec | RF 24-105mm F2.8 L IS USM Z | RF 70-200mm F2.8 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/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Released | 2023 | 2019 |
| Blades | 11 | 9 |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Groups | 18 | 13 |
| Af motor | USM | USM |
| Elements | 23 | 17 |
| Weight g | 1330.0 | 1070.0 (lighter) |
| Filter mm | 82 | 77 |
| Length mm | 199.0 | 146.0 |
| Stabilized | Yes | Yes |
| Diameter mm | 88.5 | 89.9 |
| Min focus m | 0.45 (closer focusing) | 0.7 |
| Max magnification | 0.08 | 0.23 |
Canon RF 24-105mm F2.8 L IS USM Z
Canon's standard zoom with a constant f/2.8 aperture, image stabilization and an internal zoom design, introduced in 2023. It is aimed at hybrid shooters who work in both stills and video.
Pros
- Constant f/2.8 across a wide range
- Image stabilization
- Barrel length stays fixed when zooming
- Sealed construction
Cons
- Heavy at about 1.3kg
- Large 82mm filter thread
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