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EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III USM
- 70-200mm
- f/2.8
- Telephoto Zoom
- Stabilized
- 1480 g
- Min focus 1.2 m
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Quick answer
The third version of Canon's pro 70-200mm f/2.8 telephoto zoom, with image stabilization and a weather-sealed L build for sports, weddings and events.
Pros
- Constant f/2.8 aperture
- Image stabilization
- Weather-sealed L build
- Fast ring USM autofocus
Cons
- Heavy to carry all day
- Large front element shows fingerprints and dust
- Only a modest step over the II
Verdict
A standard pro telephoto zoom for Canon EF. Upgrade from the II mainly for the updated coatings and stabilizer.
About this lens
Canon's flagship telephoto zoom, beloved for sports, wildlife, and event photography. Features three stops of Image Stabilization.
Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III USM specifications
- Brand
- Canon
- Mount
- Canon EF
- Focal length
- 70-200mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/2.8
- Minimum aperture
- f/32
- Lens type
- Telephoto Zoom
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Released
- 2018
- Optical construction
- 23 elements in 19 groups
- Aperture blades
- 8
- Image stabilization
- Yes
- Autofocus motor
- USM
- Minimum focus distance
- 1.2 m
- Maximum magnification
- 0.21x
- Filter thread
- 77 mm
- Weight
- 1480 g
- Length
- 199 mm
- Diameter
- 88.8 mm
Specification source: global.canon
What can you shoot with the Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III USM?
- Sports and action
- Weddings
- Concerts and events
- Portraits
Its bright maximum aperture handles indoor and evening light reasonably well.
Full-frame equivalent and field of view
Calculated from the focal length and crop factor. Not measured.
| Sensor | Crop | Equivalent | Horizontal FOV | Diagonal FOV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full frame | 1.0x | 70–200mm | 10.3–28.8° | 12.3–34.3° |
| APS-C | 1.6x | 112–320mm | 6.4–18.3° | 7.7–21.9° |
Frequently asked questions
Does the Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III have image stabilization?
Yes. It has a built-in stabilizer with several modes, including one for panning.
Is the EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III weather sealed?
Yes. As an L-series lens it has dust and water resistance, and Canon recommends a front filter to complete the seal.
EF 70-200 f/2.8L IS III vs IS II: should I upgrade?
The III adds updated coatings, a refined stabilizer and small barrel changes. Owners of a good II may find the improvement modest.
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