The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Nikon AF-S 70-200mm F2.8E FL ED VR and the Canon EF 70-200 F2.8L IS III 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. Nikon AF-S 70-200mm F2.8E FL ED VR is the longer of the two lenses at 203mm. The Canon EF 70-200 F2.8L IS III USM with a length of 199mm, is 4mm shorter. On the other hand, there is no difference between the max diameters of these lenses, both coming at 89mm.
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. Nikon AF-S 70-200mm F2.8E FL ED VR weighs 1430g, which means it is 10g (0%) lighter than the Canon EF 70-200 F2.8L IS III USM which has a weight of 1440g.
Filter Threads
Both the Nikon AF-S 70-200mm F2.8E FL ED VR and the Canon EF 70-200 F2.8L IS III USM have the same Filter thread size of 77mm.
Below are links to the 77mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
The Nikon AF-S 70-200mm F2.8E FL ED VR has the Nikon F (FX) lens mount whereas the Canon EF 70-200 F2.8L IS III 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
70-200mm and the fastest aperture of
F2.8.
