The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Nikon Z 70-200 F2.8 II and the Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 Z 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 Z 70-200 F2.8 II is the longer of the two lenses at 208mm. The Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 Z with a length of 199mm, is 9mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Nikon Z 70-200 F2.8 II also has a larger diameter of 90mm compared to the Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 Z's 89mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Nikon Z 70-200 F2.8 II and Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 Z to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Nikon Z 70-200 F2.8 II and the Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 Z 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, 5% (65g) lighter than the Nikon Z 70-200 F2.8 II's weight of 1180g.
Filter Threads
The Nikon Z 70-200 F2.8 II has a filter size of 77mm whereas the Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 Z has a 82mm 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 Nikon Z 70-200 F2.8 II:
And these are the 82mm filters that we recommend for the Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 Z:
Lens Mounts
The Nikon Z 70-200 F2.8 II has the Nikon Z lens mount whereas the Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 Z has the Canon RF lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Nikon ZR , Nikon Z5 II and RED Komodo-X 6K Z for the Nikon Z Mount and Canon R6 V , Canon R6 III and Canon C50 for the Canon RF Mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
70-200mm and the fastest aperture of
F2.8 .
