The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II and the Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8L 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. Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II is the longer of the two lenses at 197mm. The Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8L IS USM with a length of 146mm, is 51mm shorter. On the other hand, the Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8L IS USM has a larger diameter of 90mm compared to the Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II's 87mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II and Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8L IS USM to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II and the Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8L IS USM 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 F2.8L IS USM weighs 1070g, 28% (430g) lighter than the Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II's weight of 1500g.
Filter Threads
Both the Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II and the Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8L IS 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 Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II has the Sony Alpha lens mount whereas the Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8L IS USM has the Canon RF lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Sony A99 II , Sony A68 and Sony A77 II for the Sony Alpha 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 .
