The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Canon RF 24-70mm F2.8L IS USM and the Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM 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. Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM is the longer of the two lenses at 136mm. The Canon RF 24-70mm F2.8L IS USM with a length of 126mm, is 10mm shorter. On the other hand, the Canon RF 24-70mm F2.8L IS USM has a larger diameter of 89mm compared to the Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM's 88mm diameter.
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Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Canon RF 24-70mm F2.8L IS USM and Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
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. Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM weighs 886g, 1% (14g) lighter than the Canon RF 24-70mm F2.8L IS USM's weight of 900g.
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Filter Threads
Both the Canon RF 24-70mm F2.8L IS USM and the Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM have the same Filter thread size of 82mm.
Below are links to the 82mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
The Canon RF 24-70mm F2.8L IS USM has the Canon RF lens mount whereas the Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM has the Sony E lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Canon R100, Canon R8 and Canon R50 for the Canon RF Mount and Sony A9 III, Sony A7C Mark II and Sony A7CR for the Sony E Mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
24-70mm and the fastest aperture of
F2.8.