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Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III USM — Prime/zoom
Canon

Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III USM

Prime/zoom

92
/ 100
From $2,099
VS
Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III USM wins by 1
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
Specdex verdict

Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III USM takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III USM lands at 92 and Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM at 91. That puts Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III USM ahead by 1 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III USM if…

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

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

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

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Sharpness

Tie

Compared on the sharpness sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Build

Tie

Compared on the build sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Autofocus

Tie

Compared on the autofocus sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

Tie

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Effectively tied — similar score-per-dollar at MSRP.

Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III USM 92
vs
91 Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM

Score breakdown

Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III USM
92
sharpness 92
af 88
build 90
value 86
Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM
91
sharpness 91
af 87
build 90
value 86

Specs side-by-side

Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III USM versus Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM — full spec comparison
Spec Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III USM Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM

Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III 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 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

FAQ: Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III USM vs Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM

Which is better, Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III USM or Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM? +

Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III USM scores 92 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 1. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III USM worth the price? +

At $2,099, Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III USM delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in sharpness.

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.

Does Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III USM or Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II 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.