Canon RF 100-300mm f/2.8 L IS USM vs Canon RF 28-70mm f/2 L USM

Key Differences

  • Canon RF 28-70mm f/2 L USM has a better min focus distance (39 cm vs 180 cm).
  • Canon RF 28-70mm f/2 L USM has a better price (msrp) ($3,099 vs $9,499).
  • Canon RF 28-70mm f/2 L USM has a better length (139.8mm vs 329.9mm).
  • Canon RF 28-70mm f/2 L USM has a better weight (1430g (3.15 lb) vs 2590g (5.71 lb)).
  • Canon RF 28-70mm f/2 L USM has a better maximum aperture (f/2 vs f/2.8).
Product
Optical Design
Focal Length100-300mm28-70mm
Lens TypeZoomZoom
Optical Elements2319
Optical Groups1813
Aperture & Iris
Maximum Aperturef/2.8f/2
Minimum Aperturef/32f/22
Aperture Blades119
Rounded ApertureYesYes
Coverage & Angle
Format CoverageFull-FrameFull-Frame
Lens MountCanon RFCanon RF
Angle of View24° – 8°75° – 34°
35mm Equivalent
Focus
AutofocusYesYes
Focus MotorDual Nano USMRing USM
Focus LimiterYesNo
AF/MF SwitchYesYes
Min Focus Distance180 cm39 cm
Max Magnification0.16x0.18x
Stabilization & Video
Optical StabilizationYesNo
Aperture RingNoNo
Declickable ApertureNoNo
ParfocalNoNo
Internal ZoomYesYes
General
Price (MSRP)$9,499$3,099
Filter Size112mm95mm
Diameter128mm103.8mm
Length329.9mm139.8mm
Weight2590g (5.71 lb)1430g (3.15 lb)
Weather SealedYesYes
Tripod CollarYesNo