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Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM — Prime/zoom
Canon

Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM

Prime/zoom

91
/ 100
From $1,899
VS
Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS USM wins by 3
Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS USM — Prime/Zoom
Canon

Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS USM

Prime/Zoom

94
/ 100
From $2,299
Specdex verdict

Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS USM takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM lands at 91 and Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS USM at 94. That puts Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS USM ahead by 3 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM if…

  • ✓Proven optical formula
  • ✓Weather-sealing (L/GM/S)
  • ✓Strong resale

Pick Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS USM if…

  • ✓Fast autofocus
  • ✓Weather-sealed
  • ✓Premium optics
Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM 91
vs
94 Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS USM

Score breakdown

Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM
91
sharpness 91
af 87
build 90
value 86
Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS USM
94
sharpness 94
af 93
build 94
value 84

Specs side-by-side

Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM versus Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS USM — full spec comparison
Spec Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS USM

Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM

Pros
  • +Proven optical formula
  • +Weather-sealing (L/GM/S)
  • +Strong resale
Cons
  • −Mount-specific
  • −Older AF motor on some
  • −Heavier than modern counterparts

Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS USM

Pros
  • +Fast autofocus
  • +Weather-sealed
  • +Premium optics
Cons
  • −Heavy
  • −Expensive
  • −Focus breathing varies

FAQ: Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM vs Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS USM

Which is better, Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM or Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS USM? +

Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS USM scores 94 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 3. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM worth the price? +

At $1,899, Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM delivers a Specdex score of 91 — strongest in sharpness.

Is Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS USM worth the price? +

At $2,299, Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS USM delivers a Specdex score of 94 — strongest in sharpness.

Does Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM or Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS USM 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.