The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Canon RF 24-105mm F4L IS 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 24-105mm F4L IS II is the longer of the two lenses at 118mm. The Canon RF 24-105mm F4L IS with a length of 107mm, is 11mm shorter. On the other hand, there is no difference between the max diameters of these lenses, both coming at 84mm.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Canon RF 24-105mm F4L IS 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 F4L IS 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 RF 24-105mm F4L IS weighs 700g, which means it is 95g (11%) lighter than the Canon 24-105mm F4L IS II which has a weight of 795g.
Filter Threads
Both the Canon RF 24-105mm F4L IS and the Canon 24-105mm F4L IS II 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 24-105mm F4L IS 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 and the fastest aperture of
F4 .
