Canon RF 28-70mm f/2.8 IS STM
Sony G Master SEL600F40GM 600mm
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 SEL600F40GM 600mm
The Sony 600mm f/4 GM is widely praised as the ultimate telephoto prime for wildlife and bird photography. Users consistently highlight its exceptional sharpness, fast autofocus, and superb balance that makes hand-held shooting feasible despite its size. While the high price and need for a specialized bag are noted, the optical performance and build quality are considered unmatched.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Superb balance for hand-held use
- Excellent build quality
- Great with teleconverters
Cons
- Very high price
- Requires specialized camera bag
- Long minimum focus distance
- Heavy and bulky
Scores
Specifications
| Canon RF 28-70mm f/2.8 IS STM | Sony G Master SEL600F40GM 600mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | super-telephoto |
| Focal Length Min | 28 mm | 600 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 70 mm | 600 mm |
| Elements | 14 | 24 |
| Groups | 11 | 24 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2★ | 1 |
| ED Elements | 2 | 3★ |
| Coating | Super Spectra Coating (SSC) | Nano AR Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/4 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | f/4 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | — | 11★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon RF | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.49 kg★ | 3.04 kg |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 41 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM | XD linear motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 5.5 stops★ | 5 stops |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 270 mm★ | 4.50 m |
| Max Magnification | 0.24x★ | 0.14x |
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
Sony G Master SEL600F40GM 600mm
- Strong optical (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong stabilization (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Below average build (7th percentile)7th %ile
- Below average macro (24th percentile)
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
Pricing
Canon RF 28-70mm f/2.8 IS STM offers 16.0x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 22 specs.
