Canon RF 100-400mm f/5.6-8 IS USM vs Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM
Both are Canon RF mount zooms for sports & action and telephoto — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Canon RF 100-400mm f/5.6-8 IS USM | Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 100-400mm | 70-200mm |
| Max aperture | f/5.6-8 | f/2.8 |
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Coverage | full-frame | full-frame |
| Mount | Canon RF | Canon RF |
Which should you buy?
- the Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM opens wider (f/2.8) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Canon RF 100-400mm f/5.6-8 IS USM covers 100-400mm and the Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM covers 70-200mm — pick the range that matches what you shoot
Where to buy
Check the Canon RF 100-400mm f/5.6-8 IS USM price on Amazon →
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FAQ
What's the difference between the Canon RF 100-400mm f/5.6-8 IS USM and the Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM?
The Canon RF 100-400mm f/5.6-8 IS USM is 100-400mm f/5.6-8 zoom, full-frame; the Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM is 70-200mm f/2.8 zoom, full-frame. Both fit the Canon RF mount.
Which is better in low light, the Canon RF 100-400mm f/5.6-8 IS USM or the Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM?
The Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM — its f/2.8 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/5.6-8 of the other.
Do the Canon RF 100-400mm f/5.6-8 IS USM and Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM fit the same camera?
Yes — both are Canon RF mount lenses, so they fit Canon EOS R series (full-frame R5/R6/R8) and APS-C (R7/R10/R50).
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