Canon

RF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS USM

Canon's flagship standard zoom for the RF system — covering the most versatile everyday range at a constant f/2.8 aperture with the rare addition of built-in image stabilisation. Weather-sealed and built to L-series standards, it delivers exceptional sharpness from corner to corner and is the definitive choice for professional events, weddings, and documentary work on any Canon RF body.

Starting from
£2299 new
Average price across retailers: ~£2399
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Core
Released
2019
Aperture
f/2.8 (constant max aperture)
Compatible Mount
Canon RF
Dimensions
88.5mm diameter × 125.7mm length
Weight
900g
Weather Sealed
Yes
Performance
AF Motor
Dual Nano USM — fast, quiet, and responsive across the zoom range
Optical IS
5-stop IS (up to 8 stops combined with IBIS on compatible bodies)
Burst Rate
N/A
Battery Life
N/A
Optics
Min. Focus Distance
21cm minimum focus distance
Viewfinder
N/A
Screen
N/A
Memory Cards
N/A
Connectivity
N/A

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GearScore™ — Suitability by Genre
Wedding & Events
9.0
Portrait
7.0
Vlogging & Video
7.0
Great For
💍
Wedding & Events The constant f/2.8 and IS combination makes this the defining wedding zoom — covers ceremony to reception without a lens swap.
👤
Portrait Beautiful subject separation at 70mm f/2.8 — ideal for environmental portraits and headshots.
🎬
Vlogging & Video Built-in IS, near-silent Nano USM, and a control ring make it a versatile video zoom.
⚠️ Not Ideal For

No significant limitations identified — this is a versatile camera without obvious weak spots for most shooters.

📝 How suitability scores are calculated Scores reflect the aggregated consensus from verified purchaser reviews across tracked UK retailers, weighted by photography genre tags applied by reviewers. This is community opinion — not GearFrame editorial assessment.
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