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 EF 70-200 f2.8L 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 EF 70-200 f2.8L IS USM is the longer of the two lenses at 197mm. The Canon RF 24-105mm F4L IS with a length of 107mm, is 90mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Canon EF 70-200 f2.8L IS USM also has a larger diameter of 86mm compared to the Canon RF 24-105mm F4L IS's 84mm 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 24-105mm F4L IS weighs 700g, which means it is 870g (55%) lighter than the Canon EF 70-200 f2.8L IS USM which has a weight of 1570g.
Filter Threads
Both the Canon RF 24-105mm F4L IS and the Canon EF 70-200 f2.8L 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 24-105mm F4L IS has the Canon RF lens mount whereas the Canon EF 70-200 f2.8L 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 24-105mm F4L IS has a focal range of 24-105mm and
4.4X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.6x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of
38.4 - 168mm.
On the other hand, the Canon EF 70-200 f2.8L IS USM has a focal range of 70-200mm and 2.9X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.6x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of 112 - 320mm.
