Canon RF 28-70mm f/2.8 IS STM
Sigma APO DG OS HSM 737306 150-500mm
What Buyers Say
Canon RF 28-70mm f/2.8 IS STM
The Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS USM lens receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its sharpness, fast autofocus, and lightweight design. Users appreciate it as a versatile upgrade from kit lenses, especially for mirrorless cameras like the R7 and R5 Mark II. A single negative review is due to a delivery issue, not product quality.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Lightweight and compact design
- Great value for the price
- Versatile for various settings
Cons
- Possible delivery mismanagement
Sigma APO DG OS HSM 737306 150-500mm
Users are overwhelmingly positive about this Sigma 150-500mm lens, praising its excellent image quality, sharpness, and value for money compared to expensive Nikon alternatives. Many note it is heavy and requires good technique, especially at 500mm, but the optical stabilization works well. A few mention autofocus issues over time or in low light, and the f/6.3 aperture limits indoor use, but overall it is highly recommended for wildlife and outdoor sports photography.
Pros
- Excellent image quality and sharpness
- Great value for money
- Effective optical stabilization
- Solid build quality
- Good autofocus speed
Cons
- Heavy and bulky
- Soft at 500mm end
- f/6.3 aperture limits low-light use
- Autofocus issues in low light
- Autofocus may fail over time
Scores
Specifications
| Canon RF 28-70mm f/2.8 IS STM | Sigma APO DG OS HSM 737306 150-500mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | telephoto |
| Focal Length Min | 28 mm | 150 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 70 mm | 500 mm |
| Elements | 14 | 21 |
| Groups | 11 | 15 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2★ | — |
| ED Elements | 2 | 3★ |
| Coating | Super Spectra Coating (SSC) | super multi-layer lens coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/5 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | 5-6.3 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | — | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon RF | Nikon F |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.49 kg★ | 1.91 kg |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | — |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM★ | HSM (Hyper Sonic Motor) |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 5.5 stops★ | 4 stops |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 270 mm★ | — |
| Max Magnification | 0.24x★ | — |
Pros & Cons
Canon RF 28-70mm f/2.8 IS STM
- Strong stabilization (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong aperture (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong bokeh (87th percentile)87th %ile
Sigma APO DG OS HSM 737306 150-500mm
- Strong optical (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong stabilization (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong versatility (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong bokeh (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Below average build (1st percentile)1st %ile
- Below average macro (12th percentile)12th %ile
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 8 of 22 specs.