The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sony FE 70-200mm F4 G OSS II and the Canon RF 70-200 F4L 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 FE 70-200mm F4 G OSS II is the longer of the two lenses at 149mm. The Canon RF 70-200 F4L IS USM with a length of 119mm, is 30mm shorter. On the other hand, the Canon RF 70-200 F4L IS USM has a larger diameter of 84mm compared to the Sony FE 70-200mm F4 G OSS II's 82mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Sony FE 70-200mm F4 G OSS II and Canon RF 70-200 F4L IS USM to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Sony FE 70-200mm F4 G OSS II and the Canon RF 70-200 F4L 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 70-200 F4L IS USM weighs 695g, 12% (99g) lighter than the Sony FE 70-200mm F4 G OSS II's weight of 794g.
Filter Threads
The Sony FE 70-200mm F4 G OSS II has a filter size of 72mm whereas the Canon RF 70-200 F4L IS USM has a 77mm 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 Sony FE 70-200mm F4 G OSS II:
And these are the 77mm filters that we recommend for the Canon RF 70-200 F4L IS USM:
Lens Mounts
The Sony FE 70-200mm F4 G OSS II has the Sony E lens mount whereas the Canon RF 70-200 F4L IS USM 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
Both lenses have the same focal range of
70-200mm and the fastest aperture of
F4.0 .
