Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8L Is USM Lens
Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8L IS USM For serious enthusiasts and pros looking for the ultimate telephoto zoom, the RF 70-200mm F2.8L IS USM offers exceptional image quality in a compact and lightweight body, designed to work in all conditions. This RF system lens is the smallest of its kind while providing even higher image quality compared to the legendary EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM so beloved of DSLR users. Appealing to sports, travel, portrait or wedding photographers because of its lightness and amazing 5-stop image stabilisation, the RF 70-200mm F2.8L IS USM will take your photography to new heights thanks to Dual Nano USM motors for even faster focusing, advanced lens coatings for even sharper images and L-series build quality for outstanding results in all conditions. This high-performance F2.8 telephoto zoom is the third in the Canon trinity of essential RF lenses offering exceptional image quality in a compact body, designed to work in all conditions. A practical, general-purpose professional zoom An essential workhorse lens, with a constant F2.8 aperture right across its 70-200mm focal length range, this zoom is perfect for travel, wildlife, news, and sport. Assured, responsive performance For the first time in a Canon lens, dual Nano USM motors bring incredible new levels of rapid and silent continuous focusing, perfect for stills or video. Superb L-series optical quality The zoom heralds a new era in lens performance with a 5-stop Image Stabiliser, a 9-blade aperture, aspherical and Super UD elements, and SWC and Super Spectra coatings. Advanced L-series construction This L-series lens features weather-sealing and fluorine coatings to guard against dust and water plus heat-resistant paint to keep the lens cool in hot conditions. Compact and convenient Thanks to the advanced lens design, this zoom is shorter and lighter than the EF equivalent, with rapid AF and improved close focusing.
Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8L IS USM For serious enthusiasts and pros looking for the ultimate telephoto zoom, the RF 70-200mm F2.8L IS USM offers exceptional image quality in a compact and lightweight body, designed to work in all conditions. This RF system lens is the smallest of its kind while providing even higher image quality compared to the legendary EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM so beloved of DSLR users. Appealing to sports, travel, portrait or wedding photographers because of its lightness and amazing 5-stop image stabilisation, the RF 70-200mm F2.8L IS USM will take your photography to new heights thanks to Dual Nano USM motors for even faster focusing, advanced lens coatings for even sharper images and L-series build quality for outstanding results in all conditions. This high-performance F2.8 telephoto zoom is the third in the Canon trinity of essential RF lenses offering exceptional image quality in a compact body, designed to work in all conditions. A practical, general-purpose professional zoom An essential workhorse lens, with a constant F2.8 aperture right across its 70-200mm focal length range, this zoom is perfect for travel, wildlife, news, and sport. Assured, responsive performance For the first time in a Canon lens, dual Nano USM motors bring incredible new levels of rapid and silent continuous focusing, perfect for stills or video. Superb L-series optical quality The zoom heralds a new era in lens performance with a 5-stop Image Stabiliser, a 9-blade aperture, aspherical and Super UD elements, and SWC and Super Spectra coatings. Advanced L-series construction This L-series lens features weather-sealing and fluorine coatings to guard against dust and water plus heat-resistant paint to keep the lens cool in hot conditions. Compact and convenient Thanks to the advanced lens design, this zoom is shorter and lighter than the EF equivalent, with rapid AF and improved close focusing.
Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8L IS USM For serious enthusiasts and pros looking for the ultimate telephoto zoom, the RF 70-200mm F2.8L IS USM offers exceptional image quality in a compact and lightweight body, designed to work in all conditions. This RF system lens is the smallest of its kind while providing even higher image quality compared to the legendary EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM so beloved of DSLR users. Appealing to sports, travel, portrait or wedding photographers because of its lightness and amazing 5-stop image stabilisation, the RF 70-200mm F2.8L IS USM will take your photography to new heights thanks to Dual Nano USM motors for even faster focusing, advanced lens coatings for even sharper images and L-series build quality for outstanding results in all conditions. This high-performance F2.8 telephoto zoom is the third in the Canon trinity of essential RF lenses offering exceptional image quality in a compact body, designed to work in all conditions. A practical, general-purpose professional zoom An essential workhorse lens, with a constant F2.8 aperture right across its 70-200mm focal length range, this zoom is perfect for travel, wildlife, news, and sport. Assured, responsive performance For the first time in a Canon lens, dual Nano USM motors bring incredible new levels of rapid and silent continuous focusing, perfect for stills or video. Superb L-series optical quality The zoom heralds a new era in lens performance with a 5-stop Image Stabiliser, a 9-blade aperture, aspherical and Super UD elements, and SWC and Super Spectra coatings. Advanced L-series construction This L-series lens features weather-sealing and fluorine coatings to guard against dust and water plus heat-resistant paint to keep the lens cool in hot conditions. Compact and convenient Thanks to the advanced lens design, this zoom is shorter and lighter than the EF equivalent, with rapid AF and improved close focusing.
Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8L IS USM For serious enthusiasts and pros looking for the ultimate telephoto zoom, the RF 70-200mm F2.8L IS USM offers exceptional image quality in a compact and lightweight body, designed to work in all conditions. This RF system lens is the smallest of its kind while providing even higher image quality compared to the legendary EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM so beloved of DSLR users. Appealing to sports, travel, portrait or wedding photographers because of its lightness and amazing 5-stop image stabilisation, the RF 70-200mm F2.8L IS USM will take your photography to new heights thanks to Dual Nano USM motors for even faster focusing, advanced lens coatings for even sharper images and L-series build quality for outstanding results in all conditions. This high-performance F2.8 telephoto zoom is the third in the Canon trinity of essential RF lenses offering exceptional image quality in a compact body, designed to work in all conditions. A practical, general-purpose professional zoom An essential workhorse lens, with a constant F2.8 aperture right across its 70-200mm focal length range, this zoom is perfect for travel, wildlife, news, and sport. Assured, responsive performance For the first time in a Canon lens, dual Nano USM motors bring incredible new levels of rapid and silent continuous focusing, perfect for stills or video. Superb L-series optical quality The zoom heralds a new era in lens performance with a 5-stop Image Stabiliser, a 9-blade aperture, aspherical and Super UD elements, and SWC and Super Spectra coatings. Advanced L-series construction This L-series lens features weather-sealing and fluorine coatings to guard against dust and water plus heat-resistant paint to keep the lens cool in hot conditions. Compact and convenient Thanks to the advanced lens design, this zoom is shorter and lighter than the EF equivalent, with rapid AF and improved close focusing.
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Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Lens
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Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Lens with 5 Year Warranty (Full Frame)
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Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Lens - Brand New
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Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM Lens
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Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM Lens
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Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM 70-200 F2.8 Lens for EOS R RP
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Canon products are always high quality. I've come over from Nikon, which also has high quality gear. This RF 70-200 lens is the perfect complement to the R5. It's not as large as the EF version due to the fact that it does extend on zoom, not enclosed, but that really helps with the portability of the lens. One of the reasons many people enjoy mirrorless is to get rid of some of the size and weight. While you can't cheat quality glass, you can think outside the box to see what can be done to accommodate less weight. Canon accomplished this with the 70-200 2.8 RF glass. High quality, excellent performance and a smaller package without sacrificing image quality. Well done, Canon.
originally posted on adorama.com
Wow, what an incredibly sharp lens!Combined with the bokeh that is deliciously smooth yet still shows a little bit of the area behind you so that you know where you're shooting at makes this a great combination for event photography, and portrait photography.It is very similar in build to the RF 100 to 500 lens, so if you have that you will be familiar with the way it zooms in and out as in it sometimes can take more than one twist for the full zoom range but nevertheless, is fast in the movement for excellent focal changes.The fact that I can fit this lens vertically in any bag frees up my long lens spot in my storage and that is phenomenal. I can't say how much I like this lens it is definitely worth every dollar despite the incredibly expensive price tag
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I was hesitant with purchasing this lens mostly for the price. I always buy my lens used or refurbished which helps save money. This was my most expensive lens purchase to date and I was considering the f4 after watching reviews of both the f4 and 2.8. I can't say much about the f4 since I've never used this one but the f2.8 is absolutely insane! Once I pulled it out of the box and started shooting my jaw hit the ground. I still believe the f4 is fully capable of suiting any needs as well if you're one of those people who's just trying to squeeze by from having to spend the money I say go f2.8. It's worth the money!
| Focal Length | 70 to 200mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.8 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/32 |
| Lens Mount | Canon RF |
| Lens Format Coverage | Full-Frame |
Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Lens
Free delivery between 29 June – 6 July
Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Lens with 5 Year Warranty (Full Frame)
Delivery $16.25
Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Lens - Brand New
Free delivery between 25 June – 1 July
Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM Lens
Delivery $7.95
Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Lens
Delivery between 26 June – 1 July $26.64
Canon products are always high quality. I've come over from Nikon, which also has high quality gear. This RF 70-200 lens is the perfect complement to the R5. It's not as large as the EF version due to the fact that it does extend on zoom, not enclosed, but that really helps with the portability of the lens. One of the reasons many people enjoy mirrorless is to get rid of some of the size and weight. While you can't cheat quality glass, you can think outside the box to see what can be done to accommodate less weight. Canon accomplished this with the 70-200 2.8 RF glass. High quality, excellent performance and a smaller package without sacrificing image quality. Well done, Canon.
Wow, what an incredibly sharp lens!Combined with the bokeh that is deliciously smooth yet still shows a little bit of the area behind you so that you know where you're shooting at makes this a great combination for event photography, and portrait photography.It is very similar in build to the RF 100 to 500 lens, so if you have that you will be familiar with the way it zooms in and out as in it sometimes can take more than one twist for the full zoom range but nevertheless, is fast in the movement for excellent focal changes.The fact that I can fit this lens vertically in any bag frees up my long lens spot in my storage and that is phenomenal. I can't say how much I like this lens it is definitely worth every dollar despite the incredibly expensive price tag
I was hesitant with purchasing this lens mostly for the price. I always buy my lens used or refurbished which helps save money. This was my most expensive lens purchase to date and I was considering the f4 after watching reviews of both the f4 and 2.8. I can't say much about the f4 since I've never used this one but the f2.8 is absolutely insane! Once I pulled it out of the box and started shooting my jaw hit the ground. I still believe the f4 is fully capable of suiting any needs as well if you're one of those people who's just trying to squeeze by from having to spend the money I say go f2.8. It's worth the money!
I have only had the lens a short amout of time and am coming from having used an EF 70-200L f2.8 IS lens for many years. So far I have not noticed much of a difference in image quality from my EF lens. Maybe slightly better but I dont think most people would be able to look at an image taken with each and be able to identify the image taken with the newer lens. The build quality of the lens seems solid. The lens weight is less than the EF lens and the form factor of the new lens is more compact. One draw back of the more compact size is that the RF extenders do not work with this lens. I do not like that the layout of the control,focus,and zoom rings are swapped from the layout of my RF 24-105 f4 L IS lens. The zoom ring seems stiffer and requires more turning for ... MoreI have only had the lens a short amout of time and am coming from having used an EF 70-200L f2.8 IS lens for many years. So far I have not noticed much of a difference in image quality from my EF lens. Maybe slightly better but I dont think most people would be able to look at an image taken with each and be able to identify the image taken with the newer lens. The build quality of the lens seems solid. The lens weight is less than the EF lens and the form factor of the new lens is more compact. One draw back of the more compact size is that the RF extenders do not work with this lens. I do not like that the layout of the control,focus,and zoom rings are swapped from the layout of my RF 24-105 f4 L IS lens. The zoom ring seems stiffer and requires more turning for full zoom compared to my old lens. Again I think I will get used to this over time. All and all I do like the lens but it was very expensive and I am not sure that I wouldnt have been better off keeping my old lens and spending the money on a different lens. As I shoot with the lens more I will add to the review if my opinion about the image quality or ergonomics changes.
This lens replaces an EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III USM plus adapter on our R6. Overall, the whole package is smaller and much easier to travel with and handle. We originally removed the tripod foot, but found that to be the best place to anchor our shoulder sling strap. We use this setup primarily for indoor sports photography.The zoom dial amount is a bit slower (greater turn needed to change zoom) than the old EF version and the dial location a little different, but after an hour of shooting I didn't notice the difference. The hood is a nice improvement over the old one, but I rarely use it. I did encounter one Err 60 Lens error on the first big day shooting, but turned off the power and waited for the camera to shut down and it worked normally after I turned it on ... MoreThis lens replaces an EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III USM plus adapter on our R6. Overall, the whole package is smaller and much easier to travel with and handle. We originally removed the tripod foot, but found that to be the best place to anchor our shoulder sling strap. We use this setup primarily for indoor sports photography.The zoom dial amount is a bit slower (greater turn needed to change zoom) than the old EF version and the dial location a little different, but after an hour of shooting I didn't notice the difference. The hood is a nice improvement over the old one, but I rarely use it. I did encounter one Err 60 Lens error on the first big day shooting, but turned off the power and waited for the camera to shut down and it worked normally after I turned it on again. I only mention it because I never saw a lens error on the EF version despite tens of thousands of pics taken.Overall I definitely recommend this lens if you plan to travel a lot with it or frequently carry your camera. This smaller size and slightly lighter weight is worth it.
The pictures I've been taking already with this lens on my R6 are so crisp and beautiful! Portraits are so much nicer too as you can better isolate your subject. This lens is definitely pro. Love the 3 IS settings & excited to try some action panning!When I first got the lens and started using it, it seemed as though it was squeezing too much juice form my battery, but I think my battery was just pretty drained. I've further tested it after that point and it seems to be doing ok. I have the 24-70mm too and these 2 are a dream! Love the wide aperture. Ready to test it at some point at a Formula 1 race!
I bought this lens 18 months ago. The IQ is excellent and I like that it is compact. I have no complaints regarding the lens itself. What is extremely disappointing is that when I needed to put on the tripod collar after 18 months of handholding the lens, I found it did not fit and would not lock into place. Since it was no longer under warranty I could not send it back to the company. BUT, what is worse is that Canon does make, stock and sell this replacement part (Ring E WIII) and the customer service department claims it is not listed on the "box contents" and that it does not ship with the lens (even though I pointed out that it appears on all of the pictures). So, beware that the tripod collar does NOT officially ship with the lens, that it MAY not fit, and you ... MoreI bought this lens 18 months ago. The IQ is excellent and I like that it is compact. I have no complaints regarding the lens itself. What is extremely disappointing is that when I needed to put on the tripod collar after 18 months of handholding the lens, I found it did not fit and would not lock into place. Since it was no longer under warranty I could not send it back to the company. BUT, what is worse is that Canon does make, stock and sell this replacement part (Ring E WIII) and the customer service department claims it is not listed on the "box contents" and that it does not ship with the lens (even though I pointed out that it appears on all of the pictures). So, beware that the tripod collar does NOT officially ship with the lens, that it MAY not fit, and you may NOT be able to get a Canon replacement if it does not.
This lens has several fatal flaws that make it useless for action sports photography. I bought the lens 5 months ago, to use with an R6. The lens has spent all 5 months in my pelican case, and I use my old EF 70-200s instead.Problems:-- The RF lens cannot accept a teleconverter. Many photogs don't need a TC, so it won't be an issue for them. But I often need one for my work.-- For sports, I am *constantly* zooming in and out, very fast. With the EF lens, I can zoom from 70 to 200 with just the tip of my thumb. But with the RF lens, it is much harder to turn the zoom ring. It's not a big deal if you zoom occasionally. I have zoomed literally millions of times this year, so it is a very big problem. Requiring that much force will injure a photographer. It also ... MoreThis lens has several fatal flaws that make it useless for action sports photography. I bought the lens 5 months ago, to use with an R6. The lens has spent all 5 months in my pelican case, and I use my old EF 70-200s instead.Problems:-- The RF lens cannot accept a teleconverter. Many photogs don't need a TC, so it won't be an issue for them. But I often need one for my work.-- For sports, I am *constantly* zooming in and out, very fast. With the EF lens, I can zoom from 70 to 200 with just the tip of my thumb. But with the RF lens, it is much harder to turn the zoom ring. It's not a big deal if you zoom occasionally. I have zoomed literally millions of times this year, so it is a very big problem. Requiring that much force will injure a photographer. It also means you can't zoom from 70 to 200 quickly enough. Which is another huge strike against the RF lens.-- With the EF lens, the distance on the zoom ring from 70 to 200 is short enough that my thumb is able to turn the entire way with one flick. The RF lens has a significantly longer distance to turn, meaning that you CANNOT zoom from 70 to 200 with one movement. You need to grip the ring, turn it, then regrip and continue turning it. Combined with the previous problem, this means it takes much too long to zoom the full range.-- The lens is not balanced on its tripod socket. I shoot on a monopod. With the EF lens, the lens and camera are balanced, so the monopod is supporting the weight. My hands are only needed to aim and operate the camera -- I am not actually supporting the weight of the lens and camera. But the RF lens is not balanced. I did my first 3-day job of the year with the RF lens, and realized that my right hand was aching and exhausted, because it was having to support the weight. An Arca-Swiss plate would probably fix this problem. But I never used the RF lens again, so I don't know.The RF lens has less reach than the EF, and it can't zoom quickly or easily.
The effort required to zoom in and out quickly is obscene. When following fast moving objects the operator can usually turn the zoom ring with their thumb and quickly arrive at the proper zoom position. This lens requires multiple turns to get to the proper zoom position because the zoom ring only moves the movable lens a small amount each turn. This requires much more effort and makes it slower to get to the correct position. I sent mine back to B &H (thanks for their wonderful service) and will wait until Canon comes out with a version II that corrects this problem.I have had and still have many Canon zoom lenses from the EF's and RF's and never had this issue before.
After capturing thousands of great sports photos over several years, my EF 70-200mm f2.8 L IS stopped focusing properly right in the middle of the championship round of an NCAA Regional wrestling tournament I was covering. But what could have been a horror story instead had a happy ending.My RF 24-105mm f4 L had enough reach to capture the rest of the tournament, thanks in part to my EOS R6's lowlight performance. And repairing the 70-200 took only a few days from the time I shipped it until Canon had it back on my porch. The turnaround was quick enough that I had the lens back in time for my next assignment. I credit that to my Canon Professional Services membership, which also saved me literally hundreds of dollars on the repair.But my favorite part of this ... MoreAfter capturing thousands of great sports photos over several years, my EF 70-200mm f2.8 L IS stopped focusing properly right in the middle of the championship round of an NCAA Regional wrestling tournament I was covering. But what could have been a horror story instead had a happy ending.My RF 24-105mm f4 L had enough reach to capture the rest of the tournament, thanks in part to my EOS R6's lowlight performance. And repairing the 70-200 took only a few days from the time I shipped it until Canon had it back on my porch. The turnaround was quick enough that I had the lens back in time for my next assignment. I credit that to my Canon Professional Services membership, which also saved me literally hundreds of dollars on the repair.But my favorite part of this story is that this incident gave me an excuse to buy an RF70-200mm f2.8 L for my EOS R5 and R6 bodies. I was very happy with the adapted EF lens' sharpness, and focusing speed and accuracy, and would've been content to keep it awhile.Had the EF not crapped out, I wouldn't have known what I was missing. What was that? An even better performing lens in virtually every way, according to my unscientific assessment. The RF's focusing is faster and more accurate, and it produces more keepers than the EF. It's images are consistently sharper and brighter than those captured by the EF, at least to my eyes. After reviewing the first few hundred shots captured with the RF, my wife, who has her own EF 70-200, agreed.Finally, I've fallen head-over-heals in love with the RF's form factor. It is slightly chubbier than the EF, which hasn't been a detriment in the least. But even if I minded the girth, I'd gladly accept it knowing that the RF is inches shorter than the EF when both lenses are set to 70mm. The difference is dramatic when you're shoehorning an EF 70-200 attached to a body into a camera bag. Paraphrasing Capt. James T. Kirk, the RF 70-200 goes where no EF 70-200 has gone.I wholly, totally, and unequivocally love this lens. Since I shoot a lot of ice hockey rink-side and typically press the lens hood of my 70-200 against the glass to reduce reflections, I wish the RF barrel didn't expand and contract as it zooms in and out. But the lens feels so good in the hand, handles so well, and comes with such a sturdy lens hood that I've hardly been bothered by the expansion/contraction. It's actually a very small price to pay for a very small lens that delivers big results on every other level.
| Focal Length | 70 to 200mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.8 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/32 |
| Lens Mount | Canon RF |
| Lens Format Coverage | Full-Frame |
