The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Canon RF 24-105mm F2.8 L and the Canon 24-105mm F4L IS II 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 RF 24-105mm F2.8 L is the longer of the two lenses at 199mm. The Canon 24-105mm F4L IS II with a length of 118mm, is 81mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Canon RF 24-105mm F2.8 L also has a larger diameter of 89mm compared to the Canon 24-105mm F4L IS II's 84mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Canon RF 24-105mm F2.8 L and Canon 24-105mm F4L IS II to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Canon RF 24-105mm F2.8 L and the Canon 24-105mm F4L IS II Size and Weight 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 24-105mm F4L IS II weighs 795g, 40% (535g) lighter than the Canon RF 24-105mm F2.8 L's weight of 1330g.
Filter Threads
The Canon RF 24-105mm F2.8 L has a filter size of 82mm whereas the Canon 24-105mm F4L IS II has a 77mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 82mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Canon RF 24-105mm F2.8 L:
And these are the 77mm filters that we recommend for the Canon 24-105mm F4L IS II:
Lens Mounts
The Canon RF 24-105mm F2.8 L has the Canon RF lens mount whereas the Canon 24-105mm F4L IS II 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
Both lenses have the same focal range of
24-105mm but while Canon RF 24-105mm F2.8 L has the fastest aperture of
F2.8 , the Canon 24-105mm F4L IS II's widest aperture value is
F4 .
