Canon RF 28-70mm f/2.8 IS STM
Sony G Master SEL85F14GM 85mm
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
Sony G Master SEL85F14GM 85mm
The Sony FE 85mm f/1.4 GM II is overwhelmingly praised for its exceptional sharpness, fast and silent autofocus, beautiful bokeh, and reduced weight and size compared to its predecessor. Many users consider it the best 85mm lens for the Sony ecosystem, ideal for portraits, weddings, and video work. However, its high price is a common drawback, and some users note the original version had slower autofocus and heavier build.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness wide open
- Fast and silent autofocus
- Beautiful bokeh and color rendition
- Reduced weight and size vs. previous version
- Excellent build quality
Cons
- High price
- No image stabilization
- Incompatible with teleconverters
- Original version had slower AF and heavier build
- Some users note noisy focus on original version
Scores
Specifications
| Canon RF 28-70mm f/2.8 IS STM | Sony G Master SEL85F14GM 85mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 28 mm | 85 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 70 mm | 85 mm |
| Elements | 14 | 11 |
| Groups | 11 | 8 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2★ | 1 |
| ED Elements | 2 | 3★ |
| Coating | Super Spectra Coating (SSC) | Nano AR Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/16 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | f/1.4 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | — | 11★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon RF | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.49 kg★ | 0.64 kg |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 77 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM | XD Linear Motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 5.5 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 270 mm★ | 800 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.24x★ | 0.12x |
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 (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong bokeh (87th percentile)87th %ile
Sony G Master SEL85F14GM 85mm
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong social proof (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong optical (72nd percentile)
- Below average macro (26th percentile)
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 22 specs.