Canon EF 24-70mm F2.8 L USM vs Canon EF 100-300mm F4.5-5.6 USM
This is a full comparison between the lenses Canon EF 24-70mm F2.8 L USM and Canon EF 100-300mm F4.5-5.6 USM .
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Product |
Canon EF 24-70mm F2.8 L USM |
Canon EF 100-300mm F4.5-5.6 USM |
| Name | Canon EF 24-70mm F2.8 L USM | Canon EF 100-300mm F4.5-5.6 USM |
| Manufacturer | Canon | Canon |
| SKU | ||
Release Date and Price |
Canon EF 24-70mm F2.8 L USM |
Canon EF 100-300mm F4.5-5.6 USM |
| Release Year | 2002 | 1990 |
| Release Date | ||
| MSRP | 1449 USD | 470 USD |
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Lens Type |
Canon EF 24-70mm F2.8 L USM |
Canon EF 100-300mm F4.5-5.6 USM |
| Lens Type | Standard / Normal | Telephoto |
| Zoom or Prime | Zoom lens | Zoom lens |
Mount and Compatibility |
Canon EF 24-70mm F2.8 L USM |
Canon EF 100-300mm F4.5-5.6 USM |
| Mount | Canon EF | Canon EF |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | No (Suitable for all sensors) | No (Suitable for all sensors) |
Focus |
Canon EF 24-70mm F2.8 L USM |
Canon EF 100-300mm F4.5-5.6 USM |
| Autofocus (AF) | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes | Yes |
| Motor Type | No information | Ultrasonic |
| Focus Method | No information | No information |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 38 cm | 150 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | 5 | |
Aperture |
Canon EF 24-70mm F2.8 L USM |
Canon EF 100-300mm F4.5-5.6 USM |
| Maximum Aperture | F2,8 |
F4,5-5,6
This lens has a variable aperture at different focal lengths. F4,5 at 100 mm F5,6 at 300 mm Variable Aperture |
| Diaphragm Blades | No information | 8 |
Optics |
Canon EF 24-70mm F2.8 L USM |
Canon EF 100-300mm F4.5-5.6 USM |
| Construction | 16 elements / 13 groups | 13 elements / 10 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | No information | No information |
Focal Length |
Canon EF 24-70mm F2.8 L USM |
Canon EF 100-300mm F4.5-5.6 USM |
| Focal Length | 24-70 mm | 100-300 mm |
| Zoom Range | 46 mm | 200 mm |
| Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
| Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
| Image Stabilization | No | No |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | N/A | N/A |
Physical |
Canon EF 24-70mm F2.8 L USM |
Canon EF 100-300mm F4.5-5.6 USM |
| Weather Sealing | Yes | No |
| Diameter | 83 mm | 73 mm |
| Length | 123 mm | 121 mm |
| Weight | 950 gr | 540 gr |
Other |
Canon EF 24-70mm F2.8 L USM |
Canon EF 100-300mm F4.5-5.6 USM |
| Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
| Filter Diameter | 77 mm | 58 mm |
| Lens Hood | Included | Not Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | EW-83F | ET-65 III |
| Tripod Collar | N/A | N/A |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |
| Other | Optional accessories Soft Case ES-C17/LP1019 |
