Product Comparison: Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM vs Canon EF 70-200mm f2.8L IS III USM


General Specifications
Brand
Canon
Canon
Model
EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM
EF 70-200mm f2.8L IS III USM
Origin
Japan
Japan
About the Product
The Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM Telephoto Zoom Lens increases the speed, performance and optical quality of the EF 70-200 f/2.8L IS USM while maintaining all of the characteristics that have made it a legend for professionals and advanced amateurs alike.
The EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III USM delivers outstanding performance and optics to help you reach new heights in high-level creative imaging. The lens's constant f/2.8 maximum aperture enables fast shutter speeds and beautiful background blur across its zoom range.
Key Specs
Mount Type
Canon EF
Canon EF
Maximum Aperture
2.8 /f
2.8 /f
Minimum Focal Length
70 millimeters
70 millimeters
Maximum Focal Length
200 millimeters
200 millimeters
Lens Type
Telephoto zoom
Telephoto zoom
What customers say about "Key Specs"
Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM Telephoto Zoom Lens
  • This is a great lens. The zoom range is perfect for most situations and f/2.8 is a dream for portraits or nature shots.
  • The large 2.8 aperture provides outstanding portrait opportunities in low light.
  • Constant f/2.8 aperture.
  • Superb very sharp image quality.
  • Beautiful color saturation and sharpness at any aperture.
Canon EF 70-200mm f2.8L IS III USM Telephoto Lens
  • The f:/2.8 aperture allows great photos in low light.
  • The lens exhibits almost no defects in its entire range of zoom and aperture settings.
  • This lens, at every focal length, and every aperture, is outstanding.
  • This is an awesome focal length range for outdoor photography.
  • This is a fantastic lens. Great aperture.
Size & Weight
Height
3.5 in.
3.5 in.
Width
3.5 in.
3.5 in.
Depth
7.8 in.
7.8 in.
Weight
52.6 oz.
50.79 oz.
What customers say about "Size & Weight"
Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM Telephoto Zoom Lens
  • It took a nice image and was lightweight.
  • The quality of the pictures is awesome. Great size and weight.
  • Great telephoto lens. Good size.
  • This lens is amazing, fast, silent, amazing photos. Amazing size and weight.
  • The weight is to high for a handle use.
Canon EF 70-200mm f2.8L IS III USM Telephoto Lens
  • The size and weight are quite acceptable.
  • Great weight combined with my camera.
  • The weight is well balanced. The size is quite comfortable.
  • An excellent lens that weighs well for its size.
  • Very heavy for handheld photography.
Imaging
Minimum Focus Distance
47.28 in.
47.28 in.
Field Of View
34° - 12°
34° - 12°
Zoom Type
Rotating
Rotating
Focus
Auto Focus, Manual Focus
Auto Focus, Manual Focus
Optical Stabilization
Yes
Yes
What customers say about "Imaging"
Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM Telephoto Zoom Lens
  • The tack-sharp focus, at all lengths and apertures, is amazing.
  • Color contrast and overall sharpness is amazing throughout the zoom and aperture ranges.
  • The images are tack sharp, the autofocus is phenomenal.
  • The autofocus is fast and precise produces very sharp photos and great bokeh.
  • Accurate focus and incredibly sharp pictures.
Canon EF 70-200mm f2.8L IS III USM Telephoto Lens
  • Focus is super quick, images are sharp.
  • The autofocus is fast and on point.
  • It had a fast focus speed allowing for crisp, clear shots in high speed environments.
  • Takes magnificent photos with fast responsive autofocus.
  • Sharp, rapid autofocus and great for direct sun pictures no flare at all.
Features
Brand Compatibility
Canon
Canon
Sensor Type Compatibility
FX Format / DX Format
FX Format / DX Format
Lens Groups and Elements
23 Elements in 19 Groups
23 Elements in 19 Groups
Number of Aperture Blades
8
8
Filter Diameter
77 millimeters
77 millimeters
Extras
Four-stop Image Stabilizer, Durable L-series construction, Fluorite and UD lens elements, Water and Dust Resistant, Ring type USM AF motor
Air Sphere Coating, Fluorine Coating, Ultrasonic autofocus motor (USM), Fluorite and UD lens elements
What customers say about "Features"
Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM Telephoto Zoom Lens
  • Amazing construction and solid build quality.
  • Weather and Dust sealed/resistant.
  • Whisper quiet focus motor and very fast to focus.
  • The zoom grip and focus ring is so smooth and tight.
  • Autofocus is super quick and near silent, the stabilization is fantastic.
Canon EF 70-200mm f2.8L IS III USM Telephoto Lens
  • Crisp images, great in low light situations.
  • This is a nice lens. The bokeh is beautiful on portraits.
  • Colours and contrast are uniquely beautiful.
  • Stunning sharp, great bokeh.
  • The lens is well made. Highly recommend.
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year(s)
1 year(s)
Certifications
CE
CE
Other Information
Manufacturer
MSRP
2099.00 $
2099.00 $
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