Canon
Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L IS USM
L-series zoom · 5-stop IS · Weather-sealed
95
/ 100
From $2,299
VS
Sony
Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II
Standard zoom · 695 g · XD linear
95
/ 100
From $2,298
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L IS USM lands at 95 and Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II at 95. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L IS USM if…
- ✓Sharp corner-to-corner
- ✓5-stop in-lens stabilization
- ✓Weather-sealed L-series build
Pick Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II if…
- ✓Much lighter than v1
- ✓Superb AF speed
- ✓Zero focus breathing
Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L IS USM 95
vs 95 Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II
Score breakdown
Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L IS USM
95 sharpness 96
af 96
build 96
stabilization 95
value 80
Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II
95 sharpness 96
af 98
build 94
stabilization 0
value 86
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L IS USM | Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II |
|---|---|---|
| Mount | Canon RF | Sony E |
| Focal length | 24-70 mm | — |
| Aperture | f/2.8 to f/22 | f/2.8 |
| Construction | 21 elements / 15 groups | — |
| Stabilization | 5 stops | — |
| Min focus | 0.21 m | — |
| Filter | 82 mm | — |
| Weight | 900 g | ▲ 695 g |
| Filter size | — | 82 mm |
Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L IS USM
Pros
- +Sharp corner-to-corner
- +5-stop in-lens stabilization
- +Weather-sealed L-series build
Cons
- −Premium pricing
- −Heavier than DSLR predecessor
- −Variable rear element
Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II
Pros
- +Much lighter than v1
- +Superb AF speed
- +Zero focus breathing
Cons
- −Still expensive
- −No IS (relies on body IBIS)
- −Hood rattle complaints
FAQ: Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L IS USM vs Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II
Which is better, Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L IS USM or Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II? +
Both score 95 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L IS USM worth the price? +
At $2,299, Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L IS USM delivers a Specdex score of 95 — strongest in sharpness.
Is Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II worth the price? +
At $2,298, Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II delivers a Specdex score of 95 — strongest in af.
Does Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L IS USM or Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II 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.