Full Specifications
| Focal Length | 70-200mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.8 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/32 |
| Lens Mount | RF |
| Optical Stabilization | Yes |
| Autofocus Motor | Nano USM |
| Weight | 1285g |
| Dimensions | 89.9 x 146 mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes |
| Optical Elements | 17 elements |
| Optical Groups | 13 groups |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 blades |
What Users Think
Pros
- Phenomenal image quality, especially sharpness at f/2.8.
- Fast and accurate autofocus even in low light conditions.
- Compact and lightweight design compared to previous EF versions, enhancing portability for travel.
- Excellent performance for indoor sports photography due to its wide aperture.
- Smooth internal zoom mechanism allows for fast adjustment without needing significant turning.
- Overall build quality is high, offering good durability and weather sealing.
- Compatible with RF teleconverters, providing extra versatility in focal length.
Cons
- The lens creeps when carried unless locked, which can be inconvenient.
- Zoom range requires a longer throw to adjust compared to some other designs, making rapid zooming more cumbersome.
- Some users noted that it might not be as durable as previous non-telescoping models for extreme conditions.
- May not be the best choice for primarily landscape photography, as other wide-angle options could be more suitable.
Community Verdict
The Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM is highly regarded for its outstanding image quality, fast autofocus, and portability, making it an excellent choice for sports and event photography. While it has some concerns regarding handling and zoom mechanism, the overall community sentiment leans positively towards its performance and design.
"{'text': "It's STUNNING. Crisp, fast focusing (even in low-light), and the internal zoom is the cherry on top. 10000/10.", 'context': 'User review after using it for hockey games in a discussion thread.'}"
- Reddit user
"{'text': 'The RF definitely produces sharper images. The autofocus is really fast, even in low lighting at indoor sports events.', 'context': 'Comparison of the RF version to the EF III in the context of a user experience.'}"
- Reddit user
"{'text': "It's a backpackers dream due to being lightweight and compact.", 'context': 'Feedback highlighting the portability advantages of the RF 70-200 lens.'}"
- Reddit user
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