Canon EF 35mm F1.4 L USM vs Canon EF 35mm f/2 IS USM
This is a full comparison between the lenses Canon EF 35mm F1.4 L USM and Canon EF 35mm f/2 IS USM.
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Product |
Canon EF 35mm F1.4 L USM |
Canon EF 35mm f/2 IS USM |
| Name | Canon EF 35mm F1.4 L USM | Canon EF 35mm f/2 IS USM |
| Manufacturer | Canon | Canon |
| SKU | 5178B002 | |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EF 35mm F1.4 L USM |
Canon EF 35mm f/2 IS USM |
| Release Year | 1998 | 2012 |
| Release Date | 2012-11-06 | |
| MSRP | 1479 USD | N/A |
| Last known price | 0 USD | 599 USD |
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Lens Type |
Canon EF 35mm F1.4 L USM |
Canon EF 35mm f/2 IS USM |
| Lens Type | Wide Angle Lens | Wide Angle Lens |
| Zoom or Prime | Prime lens (no zoom) | Prime lens (no zoom) |
Mount and Compatibility |
Canon EF 35mm F1.4 L USM |
Canon EF 35mm f/2 IS USM |
| Mount | Canon EF | Canon EF |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | No (Suitable for all sensors) | No (Suitable for all sensors) |
Focus |
Canon EF 35mm F1.4 L USM |
Canon EF 35mm f/2 IS USM |
| Autofocus (AF) | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes | Yes |
| Motor Type | No information | Ring-Type Ultrasonic |
| Focus Method | No information | No information |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 30 cm | 24 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | 0,24 | |
Aperture |
Canon EF 35mm F1.4 L USM |
Canon EF 35mm f/2 IS USM |
| Maximum Aperture | F1,4 | F2 |
| Diaphragm Blades | No information | 8 |
Optics |
Canon EF 35mm F1.4 L USM |
Canon EF 35mm f/2 IS USM |
| Construction | 11 elements / 9 groups | 10 elements / 8 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | No information | No information |
Focal Length |
Canon EF 35mm F1.4 L USM |
Canon EF 35mm f/2 IS USM |
| Focal Length | 35 mm | 35 mm |
| Zoom Range | None (Prime lens) No Zoom available. |
None (Prime lens) No Zoom available. |
| Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
| Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
| Image Stabilization | No | Yes |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | N/A | 4 stops |
Physical |
Canon EF 35mm F1.4 L USM |
Canon EF 35mm f/2 IS USM |
| Weather Sealing | No | No |
| Diameter | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Length | 79 mm | 63 mm |
| Weight | 580 gr | 335 gr |
Other |
Canon EF 35mm F1.4 L USM |
Canon EF 35mm f/2 IS USM |
| Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
| Filter Diameter | 72 mm | 67 mm |
| Lens Hood | Included | Not Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | EW-78C | EW-67II |
| Tripod Collar | N/A | N/A |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |