The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Canon RF 70-200 F4L IS USM and the Sony FE 70-200mm F4 G 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 70-200mm F4 G is the longer of the two lenses at 175mm. The Canon RF 70-200 F4L IS USM with a length of 119mm, is 56mm shorter. On the other hand, the Canon RF 70-200 F4L IS USM has a larger diameter of 84mm compared to the Sony FE 70-200mm F4 G's 80mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Canon RF 70-200 F4L IS USM and Sony FE 70-200mm F4 G to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Canon RF 70-200 F4L IS USM and the Sony FE 70-200mm F4 G 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. Canon RF 70-200 F4L IS USM weighs 695g, which means it is 145g (17%) lighter than the Sony FE 70-200mm F4 G which has a weight of 840g.
Filter Threads
The Canon RF 70-200 F4L IS USM has a filter size of 77mm whereas the Sony FE 70-200mm F4 G has a 72mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 77mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Canon RF 70-200 F4L IS USM:
And these are the 72mm filters that we recommend for the Sony FE 70-200mm F4 G:
Lens Mounts
The Canon RF 70-200 F4L IS USM has the Canon RF lens mount whereas the Sony FE 70-200mm F4 G 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
70-200mm and the fastest aperture of
F4 .
