The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Canon RF 24mm F1.8 IS and the Canon 24mm f1.4L II 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 24mm f1.4L II USM is the longer of the two lenses at 87mm. The Canon RF 24mm F1.8 IS with a length of 63mm, is 24mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Canon 24mm f1.4L II USM also has a larger diameter of 94mm compared to the Canon RF 24mm F1.8 IS's 74mm 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 24mm F1.8 IS weighs 270g, which means it is 380g (58%) lighter than the Canon 24mm f1.4L II USM which has a weight of 650g.
Filter Threads
The Canon RF 24mm F1.8 IS has a filter size of 52mm whereas the Canon 24mm f1.4L II USM 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 52mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Canon RF 24mm F1.8 IS:
And these are the 77mm filters that we recommend for the Canon 24mm f1.4L II USM:
Lens Mounts
The Canon RF 24mm F1.8 IS has the Canon RF lens mount whereas the Canon 24mm f1.4L II 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
Both lenses have the same focal range of
24mm but while Canon RF 24mm F1.8 IS has the fastest aperture of
F1.8, the Canon 24mm f1.4L II USM's widest aperture value is
F1.4.
