Canon EF 24-70mm f/4 L IS USM vs Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS II USM
Prices & availability
Specification comparison
Highlighted rows differ between the two models.
| Specification | Canon EF 24-70mm f/4 L IS USM | Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS II USM |
|---|---|---|
| Mount | ||
| Mount | canon-ef | canon-ef |
| Optics | ||
| Focal (difference) | 24-70 mm | 70-300 mm |
| Aperture (difference) | f/4.0 | f/4.0-5.6 |
| Prime | No | No |
| Stabilization | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight (g) (difference) | — | 710,000 g |
Verdict
Pick Model A if you need a versatile wide-to-short-telephoto zoom with a constant f/4 aperture and image stabilization for general photography. Choose Model B if your priority is reach (70-300mm) at a significantly lower price, accepting a variable aperture and heavier weight. Model A stays the better choice if consistent low-light performance and a wider focal range matter more than budget or extreme telephoto.