The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Canon EF 70-200 f2.8L IS II USM and the Tamron SP 70-200mm 2.8 Di VC USD G2 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 EF 70-200 f2.8L IS II USM is the longer of the two lenses at 199mm. The Tamron SP 70-200mm 2.8 Di VC USD G2 with a length of 194mm, is 5mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Canon EF 70-200 f2.8L IS II USM also has a larger diameter of 89mm compared to the Tamron SP 70-200mm 2.8 Di VC USD G2's 88mm 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 EF 70-200 f2.8L IS II USM weighs 1490g, which means it is 10g (0%) lighter than the Tamron SP 70-200mm 2.8 Di VC USD G2 which has a weight of 1500g.
Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the Telephoto Zoom Lenses in Canon EF Mount for size comparison purposes.
Telephoto Lenses in Canon EF Mount for Size Comparison
Filter Threads
Both the Canon EF 70-200 f2.8L IS II USM and the Tamron SP 70-200mm 2.8 Di VC USD G2 have the same Filter thread size of 77mm.
Below are links to the 77mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
Both the Canon EF 70-200 f2.8L IS II USM and the Tamron SP 70-200mm 2.8 Di VC USD G2 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.
Tamron SP 70-200mm 2.8 Di VC USD G2 is also available in Nikon F (FX) mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
70-200mm and the fastest aperture of
F2.8.