The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Samyang 24-60mm f2.8 FE and the Canon RF 28-70mm F2.8 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. Samyang 24-60mm f2.8 FE is the longer of the two lenses at 107mm. The Canon RF 28-70mm F2.8 with a length of 92mm, is 15mm shorter. On the other hand, there is no difference between the max diameters of these lenses, both coming at 77mm.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Samyang 24-60mm f2.8 FE and Canon RF 28-70mm F2.8 to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Samyang 24-60mm f2.8 FE and the Canon RF 28-70mm F2.8 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 28-70mm F2.8 weighs 494g, 17% (106g) lighter than the Samyang 24-60mm f2.8 FE's weight of 600g.
Filter Threads
The Samyang 24-60mm f2.8 FE has a filter size of 72mm whereas the Canon RF 28-70mm F2.8 has a 67mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 72mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Samyang 24-60mm f2.8 FE:
And these are the 67mm filters that we recommend for the Canon RF 28-70mm F2.8:
Lens Mounts
The Samyang 24-60mm f2.8 FE has the Sony E lens mount whereas the Canon RF 28-70mm F2.8 has the Canon RF lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Sony FX5 , Sony A7R VI and Sony A7 V for the Sony E Mount and Canon R6 V , Canon R6 III and Canon C50 for the Canon RF Mount.
Focal Range
Samyang 24-60mm f2.8 FE has a focal range of 24-60mm and
2.5X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of
36 - 90mm .
On the other hand, the Canon RF 28-70mm F2.8 has a focal range of 28-70mm and 2.5X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.6x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of 44.8 - 112mm .
