Sony FE 400-800mm f/6.3-8 G OSS 400mm
Canon L RF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM
What Buyers Say
Sony FE 400-800mm f/6.3-8 G OSS 400mm
The Sony 400-800mm lens is praised for its sharpness and fast autofocus, often outperforming the 200-600mm. However, it is heavy, front-heavy, and requires fast shutter speeds and good light due to the F8 aperture. A significant concern is a reported crack in the fluorine coating not covered by warranty, leading to frustration.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Fast autofocus
- Outperforms 200-600mm
- Internal focusing
- Great for wildlife photography
Cons
- Heavy and front-heavy
- F8 aperture limits low-light use
- Requires fast shutter speeds
- Warranty does not cover coating cracks
- Expensive extended warranty needed
Canon L RF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM
The Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L USM lens is widely praised for its exceptional sharpness, fast and silent autofocus, and robust build quality. Many users consider it a workhorse for sports, portraits, and low-light photography, though the lack of image stabilization is a notable drawback for some. A significant number of reviews highlight the lens's weight and the potential for focus inconsistencies, particularly with moving subjects. Concerns about Canon's support for older models and the tripod collar design also appear in negative feedback.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness and image quality
- Fast and silent autofocus (USM)
- Excellent for low-light photography
- Versatile for sports and portraits
- Robust build quality
Cons
- No image stabilization
- Heavy and bulky
- Tripod collar design issues
- Inconsistent autofocus with moving subjects
- Canon no longer supports repairs
Scores
Specifications
| Sony FE 400-800mm f/6.3-8 G OSS 400mm | Canon L RF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | super-telephoto | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 400 mm | 70 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 800 mm | 200 mm |
| Elements | 27 | 17 |
| Groups | 19 | 13 |
| Aspherical Elements | — | 2★ |
| ED Elements | 6★ | 5 |
| Coating | Fluorine coating | Air Sphere Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/6.3 | f/32 |
| Min Aperture | 6.3-8 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 11★ | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Canon RF |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 2.48 kg | 1.07 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 105 mm | 77 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Linear motor★ | USM |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 5 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 1.70 m | 700 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:4.34★ | 0.3x |
Pros & Cons
Sony FE 400-800mm f/6.3-8 G OSS 400mm
- Strong optical (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong stabilization (79th percentile)
- Strong versatility (72nd percentile)
- Below average build (9th percentile)9th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (17th percentile)17th %ile
Canon L RF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM
- Strong stabilization (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong optical (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong af (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Below average aperture (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average bokeh (8th percentile)8th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (32nd percentile)
- Below average macro (33rd percentile)
Pricing
Verdict
Both products are closely matched - Sony FE 400-800mm f/6.3-8 G OSS 400mm wins 4 specs while Canon L RF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM wins 5.
