RF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS USM
- 24-70mm
- f/2.8
- Zoom
- Stabilized
- 900 g
- Min focus 0.21 m
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Quick answer
The professional standard zoom for Canon RF full-frame cameras, with a constant f/2.8 aperture, image stabilization and weather sealing.
Pros
- Constant f/2.8
- Image stabilization
- Weather-sealed L build
- Sharp
Cons
- Heavy (900 g)
- 82mm filter thread
- Relies on in-camera correction
Verdict
A standard pro zoom for RF; stabilization is the key improvement over the EF II.
About this lens
Professional standard zoom for the Canon RF mount with 5-stop image stabilization and top-tier optical quality.
Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS USM specifications
- Brand
- Canon
- Mount
- Canon RF
- Focal length
- 24-70mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/2.8
- Minimum aperture
- f/22
- Lens type
- Zoom
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Released
- 2019
- Optical construction
- 21 elements in 15 groups
- Aperture blades
- 9
- Image stabilization
- Yes
- Autofocus motor
- USM
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.21 m
- Maximum magnification
- 0.3x
- Filter thread
- 82 mm
- Weight
- 900 g
- Length
- 125.7 mm
- Diameter
- 88.5 mm
Specification source: global.canon
What can you shoot with the Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS USM?
- Weddings and events
- Portraits
- Photojournalism
- Video
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 | 24–70mm | 28.8–73.7° | 34.3–84.1° |
| APS-C | 1.6x | 38–112mm | 18.3–50.2° | 21.9–58.8° |
Frequently asked questions
Does the Canon RF 24-70mm F2.8 L have image stabilization?
Yes. This is a notable upgrade over the EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II, which has none.
What filter size does the RF 24-70mm F2.8 L use?
It uses 82mm filters, the same size as the RF 15-35mm F2.8 L. Check the thread size before buying polarizers or ND filters so they fit without step-up rings.
RF 24-70 F2.8 vs RF 28-70 F2: which should I buy?
The F2.8 is smaller, stabilized and more flexible. The F2 is brighter but much heavier.
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