Canon
Canon EF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM
Prime/zoom
90
/ 100
From $899
VS
Sony
Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM
Prime/Zoom
90
/ 100
From $2,198
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Canon EF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM lands at 90 and Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM at 90. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Canon EF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM if…
- ✓Proven optical formula
- ✓Weather-sealing (L/GM/S)
- ✓Strong resale
Pick Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM if…
- ✓Fast autofocus
- ✓Weather-sealed
- ✓Premium optics
Canon EF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM 90
vs 90 Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM
Score breakdown
Canon EF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM
90 sharpness 90
af 86
build 90
value 86
Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM
90 sharpness 90
af 89
build 94
value 84
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Canon EF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM | Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM |
|---|
Canon EF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM
Pros
- +Proven optical formula
- +Weather-sealing (L/GM/S)
- +Strong resale
Cons
- −Mount-specific
- −Older AF motor on some
- −Heavier than modern counterparts
Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM
Pros
- +Fast autofocus
- +Weather-sealed
- +Premium optics
Cons
- −Heavy
- −Expensive
- −Focus breathing varies
FAQ: Canon EF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM vs Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM
Which is better, Canon EF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM or Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM? +
Both score 90 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Canon EF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM worth the price? +
At $899, Canon EF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in sharpness.
Is Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM worth the price? +
At $2,198, Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in build.
Does Canon EF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM or Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.