Canon L EF 70-200mm f/4L USM
Canon
69 Overall Score
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Sigma Contemporary 24mm f/3.5 DG DN 24mm
Sigma
70 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Canon L EF 70-200mm f/4L USM
88 out of 100 high confidence 186 reviews
The Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS II USM is widely praised for its exceptional sharpness, lightweight design, and effective image stabilization. Users consistently highlight the lens's superb image quality, fast autofocus, and excellent value compared to the heavier f/2.8 version. A few criticisms include the lack of an included tripod collar and some reports of IS noise or autofocus issues in low light. Overall, it is considered a top-tier telephoto zoom for enthusiasts and professionals who prioritize portability.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness across zoom range
- Lightweight and portable design
- Effective 5-stop image stabilization
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Excellent image quality and color
Cons
- Tripod collar not included
- IS noise in some units
- Autofocus issues in low light
- No teleconverter compatibility
- High price point
Image quality 35
Sharpness 28
Weight and portability 22
Image stabilization 18
Autofocus performance 15
Value for money 12
Sigma Contemporary 24mm f/3.5 DG DN 24mm
No customer feedback yet
Scores
Street
Professional
Macro
Landscape
Portrait
Wildlife Sports
Travel
Video Cinema
Budget
Specifications
| Canon L EF 70-200mm f/4L USM | Sigma Contemporary 24mm f/3.5 DG DN 24mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 70 mm | 24 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 200 mm | 24 mm |
| Elements | 16 | 10 |
| Groups | 15 | 8 |
| Aspherical Elements | 0 | 3★ |
| ED Elements | 2★ | 1 |
| Coating | Super Spectra Coating | Super Multi-Layer Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/32 | f/3.5 |
| Min Aperture | f/4 | f/3.5 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9★ | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon EF | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.78 kg | 0.23 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 77 mm | 55 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | USM★ | stepping motor |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 5 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 600 mm | 108 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.28x | 1:2★ |
Pros & Cons
Canon L EF 70-200mm f/4L USM
- Strong stabilization (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong social proof (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong af (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong optical (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average aperture (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average bokeh (8th percentile)8th %ile
Sigma Contemporary 24mm f/3.5 DG DN 24mm
- Strong macro (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong build (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong aperture (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Below average social proof (28th percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
- Below average stabilization (35th percentile)
Verdict
Tie
Both products are closely matched - Canon L EF 70-200mm f/4L USM wins 5 specs while Sigma Contemporary 24mm f/3.5 DG DN 24mm wins 4.