RF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS USMvs Nikon Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S
Canon
RF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS USM (2019)
Starting from £2299 new
Best for Wedding, events & documentary photography
View RF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS USM
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Nikon
Nikon Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S (2019)
Starting from £2199 new
Best for Professional & wedding photography
View Nikon Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S
GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Wedding, Events & Documentary Photography — RF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS USM (2019): The standard zoom most Canon RF shooters eventually land on — optically superb, IS-equipped, and built to last a decade of professional use.
Professional & Wedding Photography — Nikon Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S (2019): The professional Z-mount standard zoom — f/2.8 throughout, dual motor AF, and outstanding sharpness that sets the standard for the system.
Who should buy what
Quick take: The nikon z 24-70mm f/2.8 s is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | RF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS USM (2019) | Nikon Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S (2019) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £2,299 | £2,199 |
| Sensor | f/2.8 (constant max aperture) | f/2.8 constant (max aperture throughout zoom range) |
| Video | 21cm minimum focus distance | 38cm minimum focus distance (wide), 28cm (tele) |
| Autofocus | Dual Nano USM — fast, quiet, and responsive across the zoom range | Dual STM (Stepping Motor Actuators) — very fast and near-silent |
| Stabilisation | 5-stop IS (up to 8 stops combined with IBIS on compatible bodies) | None (relies on body IBIS) |
| Burst Rate | N/A | — |
| Battery Life | N/A | — |
| Weight | 900g | 805g |
| Dimensions | 88.5mm diameter × 125.7mm length | 89.0 × 126.0mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | N/A | — |
| Screen | N/A | — |
| Mount | Canon RF | Nikon Z |
| Memory Cards | N/A | — |
| Connectivity | N/A | — |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | RF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS USM | Nikon Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S |
|---|---|---|
| Wedding & Events | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Landscape | — | |
| Street | — | |
| Sports & Action | — |
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