Aug 28, 2020 ·  The Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM ($2,699) is the company's first pro-grade telezoom for its full-frame mirrorless camera system, currently headlined by the EOS R5. The design is a must-have for... 

Apr 09, 2020 ·  The Canon RF 70-200mm f2.8L IS USM is a pro zoom that exploits the benefits of both mirrorless and modern optical design to deliver a truly unique proposition. It essentially matches the optical quality of the superb EF 70-200mm f2.8 Mark III, but with a barrel that’s two thirds the weight and, when set to 70mm, three-quarter’s the length. 

Jan 20, 2020 ·  Usually seen as purple or blue fringes along high-contrast edged in a photograph, chromatic aberration can be a problem for some lenses. With the Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8L IS USM lens however it is extremely well-controlled, to the extent that it's very difficult to find examples of any kind of fringing occurring at all. 

Nov 28, 2019 ·  The RF 70-200mm F2.8L IS USM was tested with the Canon EOS R for the purpose of this review Waving my press pass in the right direction allowed me to handle the mock up sample, which apart from its glass elements, was a true representation of its build quality and finish. 

May 16, 2008 ·  The EF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM was introduced way back in August 2001, supplementing (but not replacing) the non-stabilized 70-200mm F2.8 L USM in Canon's highly regarded telephoto lineup. This is a lens which can truly be described as a professional workhorse, with robust build (including dust and moisture resistance), wide F2.8 maximum aperture, fast and silent ultrasonic autofocus motor, and ... 

Well, this time Canon had different ideas with their new Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8 USM L IS and the initial reaction within the community was a bit of a mixed bag. The new lens is about 27% more compact and light-weight and as such nicely aligned to the smaller mirrorless cameras. Nobody complains about that for sure. 

Aug 13, 2020 ·  The Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM is a hair above the EF 70-200mm f/2.8L Mark III in every department. It's not a night and day difference, but there's no question that it packs a slightly better punch across the board, from sharpness to contrast. 

Jul 02, 2020 ·  This model became an instant classic and has since been updated three times, first in 2001 with lens stabilization, then with the Canon 70-200mm f/2.8 L USM IS II in 2010 featuring a new optical formula and better stabilization and now again in 2018 with the Canon 70-200mm f/2.8 L USM IS III which adds new coatings to the 2010 model. 

Apr 17, 2011 ·  Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM: Handling and features Weighing 1490g, this lens has a fair bit of heft to it and you certainly notice its there when being carried about for long periods. 