Canon RF 28-70mm f/2.8 IS STM
Nikon NIKKOR 2211 18-55mm
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
Nikon NIKKOR 2211 18-55mm
This Nikon 18-55mm VR II lens is widely praised as an excellent value kit lens replacement. Users highlight its sharpness, compact size, light weight, and improved close-focus ability over older versions. A few note minor quirks like the lock mechanism and potential shadow from the on-camera flash, but overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Sharp image quality
- Compact and lightweight
- Improved close focus ability
- Effective vibration reduction
Cons
- Lock mechanism can confuse new users
- On-camera flash shadow at close focus
- Plastic mount feels less durable
- Slower autofocus than pro lenses
- No weather sealing
Scores
Specifications
| Canon RF 28-70mm f/2.8 IS STM | Nikon NIKKOR 2211 18-55mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 28 mm | 18 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 70 mm | 55 mm |
| Elements | 14 | — |
| Groups | 11 | — |
| Aspherical Elements | 2★ | — |
| ED Elements | 2 | 2 |
| Coating | Super Spectra Coating (SSC) | — |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/5.6 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | 3.5-5.6 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon RF | Nikon F |
| Format | full-frame★ | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.49 kg | 0.20 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | — |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM★ | AF-S |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 5.5 stops★ | 4 stops |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 270 mm | 55 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
Nikon NIKKOR 2211 18-55mm
- Strong macro (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong stabilization (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 7 of 21 specs.