Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS Reviews
Very Nice - But I Like the EF Version Better
By Robert
Rated 3 out of 5
Date: 2022-07-01
The Canon EF 70-200 F2.8 L was my favorite portrait lens of all time and still is after trying the RF version. The EF version to me was more comfortable in the hand and mainly the zoom ring's action is way smoother.
The zoom ring in particular is very stiff and uncomfortable, I shoot runway fashion shows and need to instantly zoom and track the models coming down the runway and this lens is too stiff to do that. I am hoping it will loosen up over time.
I do like the smaller size when it collapses, but I never minded the weight or heft of the EF version. Time will tell if I will grow to like this one as much as the EF version.
Best lens for the canon c70
By James
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-06-22
This a Must have lens RF 70-200mm 2.8 for the canon c70.
One lens - many uses
By Jim from California
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-06-01
This lens is the latest version of the 'zoom lens family' I recommend when only one lens can be taken on photographic trip. I've taken the EF 70-200mm F2.8 L on multiple trips to Europe and the RF 70-200mm F2.8L is a further refinement of those capabilities at lower weight for mirrorless cameras. The RF 70-200mm F2.8 L further extends the low light capability, particularly in European cathedrals and museums where supplemental flash or tripods are not allowed. At the 70mm aperture it can be useful in inconspicuous street photography, especially when a slightly elevated shooting position such as a staircase or peak of a hill is available.
Love my new lens, it's incredibly fast & sharp
By David
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-05-31
I just upgraded to a Canon R6 and decided to see if all the reviews were true regarding how fast the combo of camera and RF lens were and how sharp the photos turn out. I'm finding that I don't need to sharpen my photos nearly as much as I've been doing in the past. I do wish they made a 18 - 300 mm. Have a feeling a 100 - 500mm lens is in my future.
great telephoto zoom for low light situations
By Peter
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-05-31
comparable to the EF 70-200 for quality and sharpness
My dream lens
By PatrickB
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-05-25
This is my dream lens I have been saving and working towards for 2 years
A must have for professionals
By Lenn
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-06-29
This is my 3rd Canon 70-200 2.8L in my 25yr career. I have loved each one, but this one is definitely the best so far. I love that its more compact and lighter weigh as compared to my previous EF models.
RD Replacing My EF
By Peter
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-06-27
Two advantages to using the RF replacement for the EF. The reduction in size and weight of the RF are wonderful. Much easier to carry and the lens can remain mounted while store in my backpack. It also focuses faster than the previous iteration. It's too soon to tell if photo quality is better but everything I read is that it is equally as good if not better.