Canon RF-S 55-210mm f/5-7.1 IS STM 55-210mm
Canon
84 Overall Score
vs
Sony FE SEL2070G 20-70mm
Sony
83 Overall Score
Scores
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Specifications
| Canon RF-S 55-210mm f/5-7.1 IS STM 55-210mm | Sony FE SEL2070G 20-70mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 55 mm | 20 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 210 mm | 70 mm |
| Elements | 11 | 16 |
| Groups | 8 | 13 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1 | 2★ |
| ED Elements | 2 | 3★ |
| Coating | Super Spectra Coating | fluorine coatings |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/5 | f/4 |
| Min Aperture | 5-7.1 | f/4 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon RF | Sony E |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.27 kg★ | 0.49 kg |
| Filter Thread | 55 mm | 72 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM★ | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4.5 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 730 mm | 250 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.28x | 0.39x★ |
Pros & Cons
Canon RF-S 55-210mm f/5-7.1 IS STM 55-210mm
- Strong stabilization (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong social proof (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong af (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong versatility (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average macro (34th percentile)
Sony FE SEL2070G 20-70mm
- Strong social proof (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong optical (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong versatility (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong bokeh (78th percentile)
Pricing
Canon RF-S 55-210mm f/5-7.1 IS STM 55-210mm0.222score per dollar
vs
Sony FE SEL2070G 20-70mm0.059score per dollar
Canon RF-S 55-210mm f/5-7.1 IS STM 55-210mm offers 3.8x better value for money
Canon RF-S 55-210mm f/5-7.1 IS STM 55-210mm
Verdict
Winner: Canon RF-S 55-210mm f/5-7.1 IS STM 55-210mm
Scores 84 overall, wins 6 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 22 specs.
