The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM II 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. Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM II is the longer of the two lenses at 200mm. The Canon EF 70-200 F2.8L IS III USM with a length of 199mm, is 1mm shorter. On the other hand, the Canon EF 70-200 F2.8L IS III USM has a larger diameter of 89mm compared to the Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM II's 88mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM II and Canon EF 70-200 F2.8L IS III USM to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM II and the Canon EF 70-200 F2.8L IS III 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. Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM II weighs 1045g, which means it is 395g (27%) lighter than the Canon EF 70-200 F2.8L IS III USM which has a weight of 1440g.
Filter Threads
Both the Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM II 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 Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM II has the Sony E 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 Sony FX5 , Sony A7R VI and Sony A7 V for the Sony E 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 .
