The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Canon 35mm f2 IS USM and the Canon 35mm f2.0 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 35mm f2 IS USM is the longer of the two lenses at 63mm. The Canon 35mm f2.0 with a length of 43mm, is 20mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Canon 35mm f2 IS USM also has a larger diameter of 78mm compared to the Canon 35mm f2.0's 67mm diameter.
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 35mm f2.0 weighs 210g, 37% (125g) lighter than the Canon 35mm f2 IS USM's weight of 335g.
Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the Wideangle Prime Lenses in Canon EF Mount for size comparison purposes.
Wideangle Lenses in Canon EF Mount for Size Comparison
Filter Threads
The Canon 35mm f2 IS USM has a filter size of 67mm whereas the Canon 35mm f2.0 has a 52mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 67mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Canon 35mm f2 IS USM:
And these are the 52mm filters that we recommend for the Canon 35mm f2.0:
Lens Mounts
Both the Canon 35mm f2 IS USM and the Canon 35mm f2.0 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
35mm and the fastest aperture of
F2.0.