The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 Z and the Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM DS 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 70-200mm F2.8 Z is the longer of the two lenses at 199mm. The Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM DS with a length of 117mm, is 82mm shorter. On the other hand, the Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM DS has a larger diameter of 103mm compared to the Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 Z's 89mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 Z and Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM DS to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 Z and the Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM DS 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 70-200mm F2.8 Z weighs 1115g, which means it is 80g (6%) lighter than the Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM DS which has a weight of 1195g.
Filter Threads
Both the Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 Z and the Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM DS 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
Both the Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 Z and the Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM DS has the same Canon RF lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Canon RF lenses are Canon R6 V , Canon R6 III and Canon C50 .
Focal Range
Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 Z has a focal range of 70-200mm and
2.9X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.6x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of
112 - 320mm .
On the other hand, the Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM DS is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 85mm. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.6x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of 136mm .
