Canon
RF-S 55-210mm F5-7.1 IS STM
Canon RF Mount
RF-S 55-210mm F5-7.1 IS STM — 55–210mm f/5-7.1 for Canon RF, a popular choice in the canon lineup.
$299
Launch priceReleased May 2022
Nikon
NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S
Nikon Z Mount
Nikon's flagship S-Line standard zoom offering incredible resolution and custom OLED info panel.
$2,299
Launch priceReleased Feb 2019
RF-S 55-210mm F5-7.1 IS STM is 3.3 years newer.
Affiliate disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, Cameraegg earns from qualifying purchases. Cameraegg may also earn commission from B&H links, at no extra cost to you.
Wins
RF-S 55-210mm F5-7.1 IS STM
Wins
NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- ARF-S 55-210mm F5-7.1 IS STM has higher OIS effectiveness (4.5 stops vs 0 stops)
- ARF-S 55-210mm F5-7.1 IS STM has lower Weight (270 g vs 805 g)
- BNIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S has lower Max aperture (Tele) (f/2.8 vs f/7.1)
- BNIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S has lower Min focus distance (38 cm vs 70 cm)
- BNIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S has lower Max aperture (Wide) (f/2.8 vs f/5)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this lens size diff to share
RF-S 55-210mm F5-7.1 IS STM
⌀69 × 94 mm
270 g (0.60 lb / 9.52 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S
⌀89 × 126 mm
805 g (1.77 lb / 28.40 oz)
RF-S 55-210mm F5-7.1 IS STM is 32mm shorter and 20mm narrower than NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S.
RF-S 55-210mm F5-7.1 IS STM is 535 g lighter than NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 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-S 55-210mm F5-7.1 IS STM
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 1 UD
- ✓
OIS effectiveness
4.5 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
- ✓
Weight
270 g vs 805 g — lower is better
- ✓
Optical stabilization
Only RF-S 55-210mm F5-7.1 IS STM supports it
- ✓
Length
94 mm vs 126 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Diameter
69 mm vs 89 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Max magnification
0.28 × vs 0.22 × — higher is better
Reasons to choose the NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 2 ED, 4 Aspherical
- ✓
Max aperture (Tele)
f/2.8 vs f/7.1 — lower is better
- ✓
Weather sealing
Only NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S supports it
- ✓
Control ring
Only NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S supports it
- ✓
Custom function button
Only NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S supports it
- ✓
Min focus distance
38 cm vs 70 cm — lower is better
- ✓
Max aperture (Wide)
f/2.8 vs f/5 — lower is better
Shared specifications
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
RF-S 55-210mm F5-7.1 IS STM
Pros
- ✓Versatile zoom range covers multiple focal lengths in one lens
- ✓Built-in optical image stabilization
- ✓Lightweight design easy to carry all day
Cons
- –Slower maximum aperture limits low-light performance
- –Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S
Pros
- ✓Stunning resolution and contrast across zoom range
- ✓OLED information panel displays focal length, focus, or aperture
- ✓Multi-focusing stepping motor system for silent, rapid AF
- ✓Almost zero focus breathing
Cons
- –No optical stabilization (relies on Nikon body IBIS)
- –No mechanical aperture ring (uses control ring instead)
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the RF-S 55-210mm F5-7.1 IS STM and NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S at major authorized retailers.
Canon RF-S 55-210mm F5-7.1 IS STM
Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S
Affiliate disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, Cameraegg earns from qualifying purchases. Cameraegg may also earn commission from B&H links, at no extra cost to you.
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.