The RF 28-70mm f/2L USM is a wide-angle to portrait-length lens distinguished by its unique f/2 constant maximum aperture. This bright design allows for excellent low-light performance along with enhanced control over depth of field for isolating subject matter. Bright, constant f/2 USM zoom Lens L-series Lens with high image quality Control ring for direct setting changes Dust- and water-resistant with fluorine coating 12 pin Communication system.Maximum magnification (x):0.18
10 reviews for Canon RF28-70mm F2 L USM Lens, Zoom Lens, Compatible with EOS R Series Mirrorless Cameras, Black
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Travis P. Watson –
Heavy on the wallet and back but the images are incredible!
I’ve only had it out for a day but I can already see this lens being a regular on my R5 and R6 bodies. The lens is heavy, no doubt about it, but the IQ is insane and well worth it. It is very fast focusing and produces beautiful colors. The images I posted as examples are on a low light day in a forest, the exception being my girls out in the open once we finished.This tank feels great in the hand while shooting and it has to give me at least a full stop of additional stabilization due to the weight. Great lens, absolutely amazing IQ, I just wish it was a bit cheaper, lol.If you can afford this lens and will use it, do not hesitate for a second, it is the best feeling lens that I’ve ever been out shooting with to date.
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Jeff N –
Unbelievably great lens
Yes, this lens is an expensive, it is big, it is heavy BUT: It is worth the cost, the size and the weight. The pictures are unbelievable. I’m not sure what Canon has done with this lens, there are a lot of elements, and I would think there would be significant light loss through them, but there is not. Also, I’ve read that the sensor in the EOS R is the same one as the 5D mark IV. yet the images I get on the EOS R with the native RF lens are much sharper, with more detail, better colors, etc than I get on the 5D Mark IV.For years I have taken pictures. I’ve let my subject judge if the picture was good or not. With this lens I’m changing gears. I’m taking into account the gestalt of the entire photo. The bokeh is smother than any other lens I have used. The subject just pops out of the photo and the background can now be used to enhance the entire photo.This lens has set a new standard in image quality and resolving power. It seems that Canon has gone back to basic physics and they are taking advantage of the close proximity between the lens and the sensor.
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Adam Baltic –
High quality
Very high quality lens super clear and very sharp with perfect color. Would recommend for the money.
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SJZ –
One Of The Best Zoom I’ve Ever Owned From Canon!
I’ve owned many L lenses from Canon over the decades and this has got to be among the best of the best. First of all, the lens is very chonky, it’s huge and heavy and that’s the downside of it for many people. However, that the only downside for me about this lens. Everything else about it is a plus. The lens is fast, tack sharp and the sharpness doesnt fall off in the corners either. Being able to shoot at f2 from 28-70 is phenomenal, it can cover 28, 35, 50, and medium tele at 70 flawlessly. Looking at the resulting images, you probably think that it came from a prime lens. I wish this lens came with IS and i wish that it was a bit wider at 24mm, but that would probably add on more weight to this lens. I still love the lens and i always carry it with me. A great investment if youre doing professional work. If you have the budget for this lens as a hobbyist, it wont disappoint you either.
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Jesse R. Castro –
Be Careful – It’s Heavy and Beautiful… and valuable
Update: never purchase items of value from Amazon. It’s been more than a month since their receiving bay accepted my return and I still haven’t been refunded the purchase price. Save yourself the hassle. Buy this from a local retailer. And never trust amazon with any amount of money.Two things:First – this lens is outstanding. Know this: if you are considering purchasing it, rent it and it will make the decision for you. Either the outstanding images you’re capable of making with this piece of kit will “outweigh” the actual weight and bulk of the lens or it won’t. You can rent this lens at local shops for $10-$50/day in my area (depending on how many days) so grab it for a week and take it for a spin. Honestly, price didn’t even figure into wanting it or not. If you want it, you’ll find a way to save and make it happen. It took me a while, but I made it happen. It’s that good of a lens.Second – be aware that the value of this lens makes it a target for theft from the supplier all the way to your daily use. That means be wary of an online purchase of this item. You’ll likely see verified purchase above this review but that is a bit of a lie. I *did* purchase this lens from Amazon. And to their credit, they at LEAST made me sign for it when it came, so it wouldn’t get porch-pirated. Well, if you do have to sign DO NOT sign until you’ve physically opened the box and verified with your own eyes that the lens is in the box. And I don’t mean the Canon box is in the cardboard shipping box, I mean lay your eyes on glass. If I had even visually inspected the contents of the Amazon box, I would’ve noticed the Canon box had already been opened which would’ve been a red flag. Unfortunately, once I opened my box, long after the delivery guy had left, I found it contained a Canon 100mm Macro lens. Extra points to Amazon for working with me on getting it returned properly. That process, while annoying, was straightforward and simple.My advice, do what I did eventually, and buy this somewhere locally, where you can visually inspect it before accepting it. But DO buy it. If you’ve read this far, you’re gonna eventually anyways.
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Amazon Customer –
amazing lense
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Alfonso G. –
Es un excelente lente para realizar retrato con la apertura de f 2.0, ideal para escenas con poca luz, además un lente pro que te ayudar a realzar el resultado de trabajo fotográfico.
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Elton –
Great lens! We use it on our main camera for video interviews and for headshots.
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Pablo Garcia –
Excelente objetivo si te dedicas a bodas, XV años o eventos sociales en general; tienes un objetivo con el que cubres un plano bastante amplio, desde fotos en grupo o espacios hasta retratos. La iluminación es LO MEJOR. Considerar que la lente pesa lo que el precio, por eso solo los que realmente le saquen provecho a sus cuerpos no les importará el peso, de hecho para grabar video handle es ideal.
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Drew Johnston –
I have been eyeing this lens for some time and finally decided to go for it. I kick myself for not ordering it sooner! The clarity is UNREAL, its speed to focus is instantaneous! The ability to shoot F2 with zoom at a reception or for group shots…. A PLUS PLUS! This replaced 2 prime lenses of mine and not needing to swap them out during a shoot allows me to capture even more special moments. If your a portrait or wedding photographer, don’t hesitate, add this to your gear bag asap!I have shot several scenarios with this lens and I am always left in AWE of what it allows me to capture. It is a bit hefty, so takes a bit to get used to, however you get over that very quickly once you see the power that this lease has for your photography!
Travis P. Watson –
Heavy on the wallet and back but the images are incredible!
I’ve only had it out for a day but I can already see this lens being a regular on my R5 and R6 bodies. The lens is heavy, no doubt about it, but the IQ is insane and well worth it. It is very fast focusing and produces beautiful colors. The images I posted as examples are on a low light day in a forest, the exception being my girls out in the open once we finished.This tank feels great in the hand while shooting and it has to give me at least a full stop of additional stabilization due to the weight. Great lens, absolutely amazing IQ, I just wish it was a bit cheaper, lol.If you can afford this lens and will use it, do not hesitate for a second, it is the best feeling lens that I’ve ever been out shooting with to date.
Jeff N –
Unbelievably great lens
Yes, this lens is an expensive, it is big, it is heavy BUT: It is worth the cost, the size and the weight. The pictures are unbelievable. I’m not sure what Canon has done with this lens, there are a lot of elements, and I would think there would be significant light loss through them, but there is not. Also, I’ve read that the sensor in the EOS R is the same one as the 5D mark IV. yet the images I get on the EOS R with the native RF lens are much sharper, with more detail, better colors, etc than I get on the 5D Mark IV.For years I have taken pictures. I’ve let my subject judge if the picture was good or not. With this lens I’m changing gears. I’m taking into account the gestalt of the entire photo. The bokeh is smother than any other lens I have used. The subject just pops out of the photo and the background can now be used to enhance the entire photo.This lens has set a new standard in image quality and resolving power. It seems that Canon has gone back to basic physics and they are taking advantage of the close proximity between the lens and the sensor.
Adam Baltic –
High quality
Very high quality lens super clear and very sharp with perfect color. Would recommend for the money.
SJZ –
One Of The Best Zoom I’ve Ever Owned From Canon!
I’ve owned many L lenses from Canon over the decades and this has got to be among the best of the best. First of all, the lens is very chonky, it’s huge and heavy and that’s the downside of it for many people. However, that the only downside for me about this lens. Everything else about it is a plus. The lens is fast, tack sharp and the sharpness doesnt fall off in the corners either. Being able to shoot at f2 from 28-70 is phenomenal, it can cover 28, 35, 50, and medium tele at 70 flawlessly. Looking at the resulting images, you probably think that it came from a prime lens. I wish this lens came with IS and i wish that it was a bit wider at 24mm, but that would probably add on more weight to this lens. I still love the lens and i always carry it with me. A great investment if youre doing professional work. If you have the budget for this lens as a hobbyist, it wont disappoint you either.
Jesse R. Castro –
Be Careful – It’s Heavy and Beautiful… and valuable
Update: never purchase items of value from Amazon. It’s been more than a month since their receiving bay accepted my return and I still haven’t been refunded the purchase price. Save yourself the hassle. Buy this from a local retailer. And never trust amazon with any amount of money.Two things:First – this lens is outstanding. Know this: if you are considering purchasing it, rent it and it will make the decision for you. Either the outstanding images you’re capable of making with this piece of kit will “outweigh” the actual weight and bulk of the lens or it won’t. You can rent this lens at local shops for $10-$50/day in my area (depending on how many days) so grab it for a week and take it for a spin. Honestly, price didn’t even figure into wanting it or not. If you want it, you’ll find a way to save and make it happen. It took me a while, but I made it happen. It’s that good of a lens.Second – be aware that the value of this lens makes it a target for theft from the supplier all the way to your daily use. That means be wary of an online purchase of this item. You’ll likely see verified purchase above this review but that is a bit of a lie. I *did* purchase this lens from Amazon. And to their credit, they at LEAST made me sign for it when it came, so it wouldn’t get porch-pirated. Well, if you do have to sign DO NOT sign until you’ve physically opened the box and verified with your own eyes that the lens is in the box. And I don’t mean the Canon box is in the cardboard shipping box, I mean lay your eyes on glass. If I had even visually inspected the contents of the Amazon box, I would’ve noticed the Canon box had already been opened which would’ve been a red flag. Unfortunately, once I opened my box, long after the delivery guy had left, I found it contained a Canon 100mm Macro lens. Extra points to Amazon for working with me on getting it returned properly. That process, while annoying, was straightforward and simple.My advice, do what I did eventually, and buy this somewhere locally, where you can visually inspect it before accepting it. But DO buy it. If you’ve read this far, you’re gonna eventually anyways.
Amazon Customer –
amazing lense
Alfonso G. –
Es un excelente lente para realizar retrato con la apertura de f 2.0, ideal para escenas con poca luz, además un lente pro que te ayudar a realzar el resultado de trabajo fotográfico.
Elton –
Great lens! We use it on our main camera for video interviews and for headshots.
Pablo Garcia –
Excelente objetivo si te dedicas a bodas, XV años o eventos sociales en general; tienes un objetivo con el que cubres un plano bastante amplio, desde fotos en grupo o espacios hasta retratos. La iluminación es LO MEJOR. Considerar que la lente pesa lo que el precio, por eso solo los que realmente le saquen provecho a sus cuerpos no les importará el peso, de hecho para grabar video handle es ideal.
Drew Johnston –
I have been eyeing this lens for some time and finally decided to go for it. I kick myself for not ordering it sooner! The clarity is UNREAL, its speed to focus is instantaneous! The ability to shoot F2 with zoom at a reception or for group shots…. A PLUS PLUS! This replaced 2 prime lenses of mine and not needing to swap them out during a shoot allows me to capture even more special moments. If your a portrait or wedding photographer, don’t hesitate, add this to your gear bag asap!I have shot several scenarios with this lens and I am always left in AWE of what it allows me to capture. It is a bit hefty, so takes a bit to get used to, however you get over that very quickly once you see the power that this lease has for your photography!