Canon RF28-70mm F2.8 IS STM 28-70mm
Sony G Master SEL1635GM2 16-35mm
What Buyers Say
Canon RF28-70mm F2.8 IS STM 28-70mm
This lens is highly praised for its sharpness, lightweight design, and versatility, making it an excellent mid-range zoom for travel and low-light photography. Users appreciate its compatibility with Canon R-series cameras and its ability to deliver professional-quality images. The only minor drawback mentioned is the limited zoom range, but reviewers agree it is the most compact and light option available.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Lightweight and compact design
- Versatile mid-range zoom
- Excellent low-light performance
- Fast and accurate autofocus
Cons
- Limited zoom range
- High price for some users
Sony G Master SEL1635GM2 16-35mm
The Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM lens earns strong praise for its exceptional sharpness, beautiful rendering, and versatile focal range, making it a favorite for landscape, astro, and event photography. Users consistently highlight the excellent build quality and fast autofocus, though many note the high price. A minority of owners report autofocus failures or hot pixel issues, and some feel the premium over competitors is not fully justified. Overall, it is widely regarded as a top-tier wide-angle zoom that delivers prime-like image quality.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness corner to corner
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Excellent build quality
- Versatile 16-35mm range with f/2.8
- Beautiful rendering and bokeh
Cons
- Very expensive
- Autofocus failure issues reported
- Some hot pixel problems
- Heavy and front-heavy on camera
- Minor distortion and vignette at 16mm
Scores
Specifications
| Canon RF28-70mm F2.8 IS STM 28-70mm | Sony G Master SEL1635GM2 16-35mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 28 mm | 16 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 70 mm | 35 mm |
| Elements | 15 | 14 |
| Groups | 12 | 12 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2 | 5★ |
| ED Elements | 2 | 2 |
| Coating | Super Spectra Coating (SSC) | Nano AR Coating II, Fluorine coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/22 | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 11★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon RF | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.49 kg★ | 0.55 kg |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 82 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM | XD Linear Motors★ |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 5.5 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 239 mm | 220 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:4.2★ | 0.32x |
Pros & Cons
Canon RF28-70mm F2.8 IS STM 28-70mm
- Strong stabilization (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong optical (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average aperture (21st percentile)
- Below average bokeh (25th percentile)
Sony G Master SEL1635GM2 16-35mm
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong optical (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong versatility (75th percentile)
- Strong build (67th percentile)
- Below average aperture (21st percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (30th percentile)
Pricing
Canon RF28-70mm F2.8 IS STM 28-70mm offers 2.3x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 85 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 22 specs.
