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Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L USM vs Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM

Product Comparison: Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L USM vs Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM

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Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L USM Lens

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General Specifications

Brand

Canon

Model

EF 24-70mm f/2.8L USM

EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM

Origin

Japan

About the Product

The Canon EF 24-70mm standard zoom lens does what many pros thought couldn't be done--it replaces the L-series 28-70mm f/2.8 lens with something even better. The lens offers extended coverage to an ultra-wide-angle 24mm, making it ideal for digital as well as film shooters.

A professional-quality standard zoom that offers outstanding image quality and a fast f/2.8 aperture throughout its zoom range. This L-series lens has a reputation among professional photographers as being the go-to zoom lens, thanks to it’s sharp optics and ability to be used in almost any environment.

Key Specs

Mount Type

Canon EF

Maximum Aperture

2.8 /f

Minimum Focal Length

24 millimeters

Maximum Focal Length

70 millimeters

Lens Type

Zoom

What customers say about "Key Specs"

Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L USM Lens

I love the fast f/2.8 maximum aperture.
The images are amazingly sharp and crisp.
It's sturdy. It's really sharp at 5.6 and above.
With a maximum aperture of 2.8 you would be able to shoot in really dim conditions with no blurry results.
24-70mm means a good range for all purposes.

Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM Standard Zoom Lens

The range of its focal length gives me plenty of options.
Produces excellent photos at various focal lengths with almost "prime lens" quality!
This is an excellent lens with extremely good edge-to-edge sharpness at seemingly all focal lengths.
It was very sharp at all focal lengths.
Very sharp lens, great aperture.

Size & Weight

Height

3.28 in.

3.5 in.

Width

3.28 in.

3.5 in.

Depth

4.86 in.

4.4 in.

Weight

33.51 oz.

28.4 oz.

What customers say about "Size & Weight"

Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L USM Lens

Image quality is very sharp and perfect weight/size lens for everyday carry.
Impressively small and lightweight.
Its size and weight are very impressive.
The quality is superb, and the weight of the lens is not too much at all.
The sheer size and weight of it makes this lens odd to hold and use.

Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM Standard Zoom Lens

This lens is insanely sharp and quick. The size is just right.
Weight and size are very good.
Excellent sharpness, very appropriate size.
Great build with quality material and it has a nice weight.
The lens is wonderfully lightweight and incredibly ergonomic to use.

Imaging

Minimum Focus Distance

15 in.

Field Of View

84° - 34°

Zoom Type

Rotating

Focus

Auto Focus, Manual Focus

Optical Stabilization

What customers say about "Imaging"

Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L USM Lens

The ribbed rubber zoom and focus rings are large and grippy.
Manual focus is always active (no switch flip required), smooth and finely pitched, allowing precise adjustments.
Zoom action is smooth.
Build is good. Focus speed and accuracy are very good.
It has a pretty close focus distance of 1.25' which is great for getting in close to your subject.

Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM Standard Zoom Lens

The lens is very fast, and autofocuses quickly.
Focus is super sharp, and the lens locks on to focus quickly with no noticeable motor noise.
Image quality, autofocus and zoom are all amazing.
Focus is sharp and quick. Well worth the money.
Focus is fast and very accurate.

Features

Brand Compatibility

Canon

Sensor Type Compatibility

FX Format / DX Format

Lens Groups and Elements

16 Elements in 13 Groups

18 elements in 13 groups

Number of Aperture Blades

Filter Diameter

77 millimeters

82 millimeters

Extras

Ultrasonic autofocus motor (USM), Ultra-low Dispersion glass, High-speed AF

Durable L-series construction, Ultrasonic autofocus motor (USM), Floating inner focusing

What customers say about "Features"

Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L USM Lens

It is quiet, quick to focus and even with the poor lighting.
It's intuitive and easy to use.
The focus is fast and sharp on my Canon 6D.
It has a Macro feature.
The images straight from the camera were super crisp, sharp focus, and great saturated colors.

Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM Standard Zoom Lens

The image are tack sharp, autofocus is extremely fast, and the bokeh is so smooth.
The images are incredibly sharp and the bokeh is great.
The images are sharp and beautiful.
Smooth zooming and crisp images.
No image stabilization.

Warranty / Certifications

Manufacturer Warranty

1 year(s)

Certifications

Other Information

Manual

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Manufacturer

Link

MSRP

1899.00 $