The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Canon 300mm f2.8L IS II USM and the Canon 300mm f2.8L IS USM for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison
The size of a lens is a crucial factor to consider when comparing two lenses. Canon 300mm f2.8L IS USM is the longer of the two lenses at 252mm. The Canon 300mm f2.8L IS II USM with a length of 249mm, is 3mm shorter. On the other hand, there is no difference between the max diameters of these lenses, both coming at 128mm.
The weight of a lens is equally significant as its external dimensions, particularly if you intend to handhold your camera and lens combination for extended periods. Canon 300mm f2.8L IS II USM weighs 2400g, which means it is 150g (5%) lighter than the Canon 300mm f2.8L IS USM which has a weight of 2550g.
Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the Telephoto Prime Lenses in Canon EF Mount for size comparison purposes.
Telephoto Lenses in Canon EF Mount for Size Comparison
Filter Threads
Both the Canon 300mm f2.8L IS II USM and the Canon 300mm f2.8L IS USM have the same Filter thread size of 52mm.
Below are links to the 52mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
Both the Canon 300mm f2.8L IS II USM and the Canon 300mm f2.8L IS USM has the same Canon EF lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Canon EF lenses are Canon 1D X III, Canon 6D MII and Canon 5D MIV.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
300mm and the fastest aperture of
F2.8.