Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM
Canon
88 Overall Score
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Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS
Sigma
80 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM
78 out of 100 high confidence 459 reviews
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
Image quality 35
Autofocus performance 28
Build quality 22
Weight and size 18
Image stabilization 15
Value for money 12
Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS
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Specifications
| Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM | Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | telephoto | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 70 mm | 16 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 200 mm | 300 mm |
| Elements | 17 | 20 |
| Groups | 13 | 14 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2 | 4★ |
| ED Elements | 2 | 5★ |
| Coating | Fluorine Coating | water- and oil-repellent coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | 22-45★ |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | 3.5-6.7 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon RF | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame★ | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 1.07 kg | 0.61 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 77 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Dual Nano USM★ | HLA |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 5 stops | 6 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 700 mm | 170 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.23x | 1:2★ |
Pros & Cons
Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM
- Strong stabilization (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong af (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong bokeh (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average macro (31st percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (32nd percentile)
Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS
- Strong versatility (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong stabilization (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong optical (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong macro (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average bokeh (25th percentile)
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Verdict
Winner: Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM
Scores 88 overall, wins 6 of 9 usage categories and 3 of 22 specs.
