The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro and the Canon 35mm f2 IS USM for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison
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 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro weighs 305g, which means it is 30g (8%) lighter than the Canon 35mm f2 IS USM which has a weight of 335g.
Filter Threads
The Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro has a filter size of 52mm whereas the Canon 35mm f2 IS USM has a 67mm 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 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro:
And these are the 67mm filters that we recommend for the Canon 35mm f2 IS USM:
Lens Mounts
The Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro has the Canon RF lens mount whereas the Canon 35mm f2 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
Both lenses have the same focal range of
35mm but while Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro has the fastest aperture of
F1.8, the Canon 35mm f2 IS USM's widest aperture value is
F2.0.
