Canon
Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM
Prime/zoom
91
/ 100
From $1,899
VS
Nikon
Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S
Prime/Zoom
91
/ 100
From $2,699
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM lands at 91 and Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S at 91. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM if…
- ✓Proven optical formula
- ✓Weather-sealing (L/GM/S)
- ✓Strong resale
Pick Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S if…
- ✓Fast aperture
- ✓Quiet autofocus
- ✓Weather-sealed (most)
Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM 91
vs 91 Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S
Score breakdown
Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM
91 sharpness 91
af 87
build 90
value 86
Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S
91 sharpness 91
af 89
build 88
value 85
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM | Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S |
|---|
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
Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S
Pros
- +Fast aperture
- +Quiet autofocus
- +Weather-sealed (most)
Cons
- −Mount-specific
- −Weight varies
- −Price scales with quality
FAQ: Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM vs Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S
Which is better, Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM or Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S? +
Both score 91 on our weighted rubric — tied. 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 Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S worth the price? +
At $2,699, Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S delivers a Specdex score of 91 — strongest in sharpness.
Does Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM or Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S 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.