Canon
RF 70-200mm F2.8L IS USM
Canon RF Mount
An incredibly compact, extending telephoto zoom with L-series optics and 5 stops of stabilization.
$2,799
Launch priceReleased Oct 2019
Fujifilm
XF 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR
Fujifilm X Mount
762mm-equiv. super-telephoto at only 1335g with 5.5-stop OIS and linear AF.
$3,699
Launch priceReleased Oct 2024
XF 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR is 5 years newer.
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Wins
RF 70-200mm F2.8L IS USM
Wins
XF 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- ARF 70-200mm F2.8L IS USM has lower Min focus distance (70 cm vs 275 cm)
- ARF 70-200mm F2.8L IS USM has lower Max aperture (Wide) (f/2.8 vs f/5.6)
- ARF 70-200mm F2.8L IS USM has lower Max aperture (Tele) (f/2.8 vs f/5.6)
- ARF 70-200mm F2.8L IS USM has lower Length (146 mm vs 255.5 mm)
- ARF 70-200mm F2.8L IS USM has lower Weight (1070 g vs 1335 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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⌀90 × 146 mm
1070 g (2.36 lb / 37.74 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
XF 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR
⌀105 × 256 mm
1335 g (2.94 lb / 47.09 oz)
RF 70-200mm F2.8L IS USM is 110mm shorter and 15mm narrower than XF 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR.
RF 70-200mm F2.8L IS USM is 265 g lighter than XF 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR.
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 70-200mm F2.8L IS USM
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 1 Super UD, 1 UD, 2 Aspherical
- ✓
Min focus distance
70 cm vs 275 cm — lower is better
- ✓
Max aperture (Wide)
f/2.8 vs f/5.6 — lower is better
- ✓
Max aperture (Tele)
f/2.8 vs f/5.6 — lower is better
- ✓
Length
146 mm vs 255.5 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Weight
1070 g vs 1335 g — lower is better
- ✓
Diameter
90 mm vs 104.5 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Max magnification
0.23 × vs 0.2 × — higher is better
Reasons to choose the XF 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 5 ED, 2 Super ED
- ✓
Internal focus
Only XF 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR supports it
- ✓
Custom function button
Only XF 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR supports it
- ✓
OIS effectiveness
5.5 stops vs 5 stops — higher is better
Shared specifications
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 70-200mm F2.8L IS USM
Pros
- ✓Unbelievably compact storage size thanks to extending barrel
- ✓Very lightweight design (only 1070g)
- ✓Excellent center sharpness at all focal lengths
- ✓Dual Nano USM focus motors offer fast, silent AF
- ✓Exceptional 5-stop optical image stabilization
Cons
- –Extending barrel can draw in dust/moisture over time
- –Not compatible with RF teleconverters (due to rear element position)
- –Vignetting is quite heavy wide open
XF 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR
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
- –Slower maximum aperture limits low-light performance
Decided which one is right for you?
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Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8L IS USM
Fujifilm XF 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.