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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 85mm f/1.2L USM wins by 5
Canon RF 85mm f/1.2L USM — Prime/Zoom
Canon

Canon RF 85mm f/1.2L USM

Prime/Zoom

96
/ 100
From $2,699
Specdex verdict

Canon RF 85mm f/1.2L 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 85mm f/1.2L USM at 96. That puts Canon RF 85mm f/1.2L USM ahead by 5 points — a decisive 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 85mm f/1.2L USM if…

  • ✓Fast autofocus
  • ✓Weather-sealed
  • ✓Premium optics
Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM 91
vs
96 Canon RF 85mm f/1.2L USM

Score breakdown

Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM
91
sharpness 91
af 87
build 90
value 86
Canon RF 85mm f/1.2L USM
96
sharpness 96
af 95
build 94
value 84

Specs side-by-side

Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM versus Canon RF 85mm f/1.2L USM — full spec comparison
Spec Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM Canon RF 85mm f/1.2L 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 85mm f/1.2L 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 85mm f/1.2L USM

Which is better, Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM or Canon RF 85mm f/1.2L USM? +

Canon RF 85mm f/1.2L USM scores 96 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 5. 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 85mm f/1.2L USM worth the price? +

At $2,699, Canon RF 85mm f/1.2L USM delivers a Specdex score of 96 — strongest in sharpness.

Does Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM or Canon RF 85mm f/1.2L 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.