
Canon RF Autofocus OIS
Canon RF 28-70mm F2.8 IS STM
- Focal length
- 28β70 mm
- Aperture
- f/2.8
- Weight
- 495 g
- Filter diameter
- 67 mm
- Min. focus distance
- 24 cm
- Length
- 92.2 mm
At a Glance
This 28-70 mm standard zoom for full-frame Canon RF offers a constant f/2.8 aperture, an optical stabilizer and weather sealing at 495 g. It has a control ring and focuses down to 24 cm. It suits everyday shooting, travel and events.
Good for
- Everyday
- Travel
- Events
Derived from the manufacturer data, not from our own tests. How we check
Technical Specifications
- Min. focal length
- 28 mm
- Max. focal length
- 70 mm
- Max. aperture (min. zoom)
- f/2.8
- Max. aperture (max. zoom)
- f/2.8
- Min. aperture
- f/22
- Elements
- 15
- Groups
- 12
- Weight
- 495 g (1.09 lb)
- Filter diameter
- 67 mm
- Min. focus distance
- 24 cm (9.45 in)
- Max. magnification
- 1:4.2 (0.24Γ)
- Length
- 92.2 mm (3.63 in)
- Diameter
- 76.5 mm (3.01 in)
- Released
- September 2024
Manufacturer data: global.canon, usa.canon.com
Last checked: October 13, 2026 (against the manufacturer data) Β· How we check
Which cameras does the Canon RF 28-70mm F2.8 IS STM fit?
The Canon RF 28-70mm F2.8 IS STM is a full-frame lens for Canon RF cameras. On full-frame bodies it uses the whole sensor; on APS-C Canon RF cameras its field of view equals 45-112 mm in full-frame terms.
Canon RF cameras
Canon RF 28-70mm F2.8 IS STM compared
Key specs side by side with the most similar Canon RF lenses.
| Lens | Canon RF 28-70mm F2.8 IS STM | Canon RF 24-70mm F2.8L IS USM | Canon RF 28-70mm F2L USM | Canon RF 24-105mm F2.8 L IS USM Z |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 28-70 mm | 24-70 mm | 28-70 mm | 24-105 mm |
| Max. aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 | f/2 | f/2.8 |
| Weight | 495 g | 900 g | 1,430 g | 1,330 g |
| Filter diameter | 67 mm | 82 mm | 95 mm | 82 mm |
| Min. focus distance | 24 cm | 21 cm | 39 cm | 45 cm |
| Length | 92.2 mm | 125.7 mm | 139.8 mm | 199 mm |
| Autofocus | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Image stabilization | yes | yes | no | yes |
Canon RF 28-70mm F2.8 IS STM: FAQ
Does the Canon RF 28-70mm F2.8 IS STM have autofocus?
Yes, the Canon RF 28-70mm F2.8 IS STM has autofocus.
Does the Canon RF 28-70mm F2.8 IS STM have image stabilization?
Yes, the Canon RF 28-70mm F2.8 IS STM has optical image stabilization.
How much does the Canon RF 28-70mm F2.8 IS STM weigh?
The Canon RF 28-70mm F2.8 IS STM weighs 495 g. It is 92.2 mm long with a diameter of 76.5 mm.
What filter size does the Canon RF 28-70mm F2.8 IS STM use?
The Canon RF 28-70mm F2.8 IS STM takes 67 mm screw-in filters.
How close can the Canon RF 28-70mm F2.8 IS STM focus?
The minimum focus distance of the Canon RF 28-70mm F2.8 IS STM is 24 cm, measured from the sensor plane.
Is the Canon RF 28-70mm F2.8 IS STM a full-frame lens?
Yes, the Canon RF 28-70mm F2.8 IS STM covers full frame. On APS-C cameras its field of view equals 45-112 mm in full-frame terms.
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