The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Canon RF 14-35mm F4L IS USM and the Canon 16-35mm f4L 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 16-35mm f4L IS USM is the longer of the two lenses at 113mm. The Canon RF 14-35mm F4L IS USM with a length of 100mm, is 13mm shorter. On the other hand, the Canon RF 14-35mm F4L IS USM has a larger diameter of 84mm compared to the Canon 16-35mm f4L IS USM's 83mm 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 RF 14-35mm F4L IS USM weighs 540g, which means it is 75g (12%) lighter than the Canon 16-35mm f4L IS USM which has a weight of 615g.
Filter Threads
Both the Canon RF 14-35mm F4L IS USM and the Canon 16-35mm f4L IS USM 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
The Canon RF 14-35mm F4L IS USM has the Canon RF lens mount whereas the Canon 16-35mm f4L IS USM has the Canon EF lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Canon R6 V, Canon R6 III and Canon C50 for the Canon RF Mount and Blackmagic URSA 12K LF, Z CAM E2-F6 II 6K and Z CAM E2-S6 II 6K for the Canon EF Mount.
Focal Range
Canon RF 14-35mm F4L IS USM has a focal range of 14-35mm and
2.5X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.6x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of
22.4 - 56mm.
On the other hand, the Canon 16-35mm f4L IS USM has a focal range of 16-35mm and 2.2X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.6x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of 25.6 - 56mm.
