The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Nikon 200mm f2G ED-IF VR and the Canon 200mm f2L IS 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 200mm f2L IS USM is the longer of the two lenses at 208mm. The Nikon 200mm f2G ED-IF VR with a length of 203mm, is 5mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Canon 200mm f2L IS USM also has a larger diameter of 128mm compared to the Nikon 200mm f2G ED-IF VR's 124mm 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 200mm f2L IS USM weighs 2520g, 13% (380g) lighter than the Nikon 200mm f2G ED-IF VR's weight of 2900g.
Filter Threads
Both the Nikon 200mm f2G ED-IF VR and the Canon 200mm f2L IS USM have the same Filter thread size of 52mm.
Below are links to the 52mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
The Nikon 200mm f2G ED-IF VR has the Nikon F (FX) lens mount whereas the Canon 200mm f2L IS USM has the Canon EF lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Nikon D6, Nikon D780 and Nikon D3500 for the Nikon F (FX) 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
200mm and the fastest aperture of
F2.0.
