Canon announced the upcoming release the Canon RF70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM Z large-aperture telephoto zoom lens for the EOS R system. The lens is due out in late November 2024. The suggested retail price is to be determined.
Canon RF70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM Z Optical Performance
The optical design of 18 lenses in 15 groups, including three aspherical lenses and two super UD lenses, reduces various aberrations that cause image degradation, achieving image quality equal to or better than that of the RF70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM. In addition, the optional extender can be used throughout the entire zoom range, making it possible to extend the telephoto range to a focal length of 400mm. Furthermore, at a focal length of 200mm, the minimum shooting distance is 0.68m and the maximum shooting magnification is 0.3x, providing excellent image quality even in close-up photography.
Canon RF70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM Z Autofocus Performance
By adopting “electronic floating focus control,” which optimally controls the two focus lens groups by individually driving them with two “Nano USMs (ultrasonic motors),” high image quality is achieved from infinity to close range, “focus breathing” is suppressed when shooting video, and high-speed, highly accurate AF for still images and quiet, smooth AF for video are achieved.
In addition, the in-lens optical image stabilization mechanism provides a 5.5-stop image stabilization effect, and when combined with an EOS R-series camera equipped with an in-body image stabilization mechanism, cooperative control is achieved, providing an image stabilization effect of 7.5 stops in the center and 7.0 stops when attached to the Canon EOS R1.
Fixed-length zoom and iris ring, and power zoom adapter compatibility provide comfortable operation
By keeping the lens barrel fixed and not extending when zooming, the center of gravity of the entire camera is less likely to change, allowing for stable framing. In addition, like the “RF24-105mm F2.8 L IS USM Z” and “RF35mm F1.4 L VCM,” it is equipped with an iris ring, allowing manual control of the aperture, mainly during video recording. Furthermore, by supporting a power zoom adapter, the zoom speed can be finely controlled from low to high speed in a stepless manner according to the photographer’s intentions, achieving excellent operability when shooting video.
