Canon
RF 85mm F1.4 L VCM
Canon RF Mount
Hybrid L-series 85mm with VCM autofocus, manual iris ring, and weather sealing.
$1,649
Launch priceReleased Feb 2025
Sony
FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II
Sony E Mount
The ultimate standard zoom — incredibly sharp, exceptionally compact, and built for professionals.
$2,299
Launch priceReleased Apr 2022
RF 85mm F1.4 L VCM is 2.8 years newer.
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Wins
RF 85mm F1.4 L VCM
Wins
FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BFE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II has lower Min focus distance (21 cm vs 75 cm)
- BFE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II has higher Max magnification (0.32 × vs 0.12 ×)
- ARF 85mm F1.4 L VCM has lower Max aperture (Wide) (f/1.4 vs f/2.8)
- ARF 85mm F1.4 L VCM has lower Max aperture (Tele) (f/1.4 vs f/2.8)
- ARF 85mm F1.4 L VCM has lower Length (99.3 mm vs 120 mm)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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RF 85mm F1.4 L VCM
⌀77 × 99 mm
636 g (1.40 lb / 22.43 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II
⌀88 × 120 mm
695 g (1.53 lb / 24.52 oz)
RF 85mm F1.4 L VCM is 21mm shorter and 12mm narrower than FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II.
RF 85mm F1.4 L VCM is 59 g lighter than FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II.
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 85mm F1.4 L VCM
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 1 UD, 1 Aspherical
- ✓
Max aperture (Wide)
f/1.4 vs f/2.8 — lower is better
- ✓
Max aperture (Tele)
f/1.4 vs f/2.8 — lower is better
- ✓
Length
99.3 mm vs 120 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Diameter
76.5 mm vs 88 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Weight
636 g vs 695 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose the FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 2 XA (extreme aspherical), 3 Aspherical, 2 ED…
- ✓
Min focus distance
21 cm vs 75 cm — lower is better
- ✓
Max magnification
0.32 × vs 0.12 × — higher is better
Shared specifications
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
Weather sealing
Both support weather sealing
Control ring
Both support control ring
Custom function button
Both support custom function button
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
RF 85mm F1.4 L VCM
Pros
- ✓Bright f/1.4 aperture for low light and subject separation
- ✓Prime design typically delivers strong sharpness and lighter weight
- ✓Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
Cons
- –Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II
Pros
- ✓Outstanding sharpness across the entire zoom range
- ✓Remarkably small and lightweight for an f/2.8 zoom
- ✓Four XD Linear focus motors provide blazing-fast AF tracking
- ✓Excellent close-up magnification
- ✓De-clickable aperture ring and customized function buttons
Cons
- –No built-in optical image stabilization (relies on body IBIS)
- –High launch price
- –Aperture ring can be easily bumped if not locked
Decided which one is right for you?
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Canon RF 85mm F1.4 L VCM
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Full specifications
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.