Canon
RF 24-70mm F2.8L IS USM
Canon RF Mount
The cornerstone zoom for Canon mirrorless, featuring 5 stops of optical image stabilization.
$2,399
Launch priceReleased Aug 2019
Nikon
NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S
Nikon Z Mount
Built-in 1.4× teleconverter (560mm F4) super-telephoto with S-line optics and VR.
$13,999
Launch priceReleased Apr 2022
NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S is 2.7 years newer.
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Wins
RF 24-70mm F2.8L IS USM
Wins
NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- ARF 24-70mm F2.8L IS USM has lower Min focus distance (21 cm vs 250 cm)
- ARF 24-70mm F2.8L IS USM has lower Weight (900 g vs 2950 g)
- ARF 24-70mm F2.8L IS USM has lower Length (125 mm vs 276 mm)
- ARF 24-70mm F2.8L IS USM has higher Max magnification (0.3 × vs 0.2 ×)
- ARF 24-70mm F2.8L IS USM has lower Diameter (88 mm vs 104 mm)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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RF 24-70mm F2.8L IS USM
⌀88 × 125 mm
900 g (1.98 lb / 31.75 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S
⌀104 × 276 mm
2950 g (6.50 lb / 104.06 oz)
RF 24-70mm F2.8L IS USM is 151mm shorter and 16mm narrower than NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S.
RF 24-70mm F2.8L IS USM is 2050 g lighter than NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S.
Diameter (⌀) is the maximum barrel width; length is measured from the mount to the front of the lens.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose the RF 24-70mm F2.8L IS USM
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 3 Aspherical, 3 UD
- ✓
Min focus distance
21 cm vs 250 cm — lower is better
- ✓
Weight
900 g vs 2950 g — lower is better
- ✓
Length
125 mm vs 276 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Diameter
88 mm vs 104 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Max magnification
0.3 × vs 0.2 × — higher is better
Reasons to choose the NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 2 ED, 1 Fluorite, 1 SR
- ✓
Custom function button
Only NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S supports it
- ✓
OIS effectiveness
5.5 stops vs 5 stops — higher is better
Shared specifications
Max aperture (Wide)
Both f/2.8
Max aperture (Tele)
Both f/2.8
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
Optical stabilization
Both support optical stabilization
Weather sealing
Both support weather sealing
Control ring
Both support control ring
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
RF 24-70mm F2.8L IS USM
Pros
- ✓Built-in optical image stabilization (up to 5 stops)
- ✓Excellent L-series sharpness and build quality
- ✓Fast and silent Nano USM focus motor
- ✓Very low chromatic aberration
Cons
- –Heavier than competitive options (900g)
- –Pricey entry threshold
- –Minor barrel distortion at 24mm
NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S
Pros
- ✓Prime design typically delivers strong sharpness and lighter weight
- ✓Built-in optical image stabilization
- ✓Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
Cons
- –Premium price point
- –Relatively heavy for extended handheld use
Decided which one is right for you?
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Canon RF 24-70mm F2.8L IS USM
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Full specifications
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.