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 and the Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM 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 24-70mm F2.8L is the longer of the two lenses at 126mm. The Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II with a length of 120mm, is 6mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Canon RF 24-70mm F2.8L also has a larger diameter of 89mm compared to the Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II's 88mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Canon RF 24-70mm F2.8L and Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Canon RF 24-70mm F2.8L and the Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM 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. Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II weighs 695g, 22% (205g) lighter than the Canon RF 24-70mm F2.8L's weight of 900g.
Filter Threads
Both the Canon RF 24-70mm F2.8L and the Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II 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 has the Canon RF lens mount whereas the Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II has the Sony E 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 Sony FX5 , Sony A7R VI and Sony A7 V for the Sony E Mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
24-70mm and the fastest aperture of
F2.8 .
