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Black Canon RF 28-70mm f/2 L USM zoom lens with 95 mm front diameter

Canon

Canon RF 28-70mm f/2 L USM camera lens

SKU CH-ZEEG-2HDR1

A constant f/2 maximum aperture holds steady across the 28-70mm zoom range, delivering prime-like brightness and bokeh without changing lenses

  • Part type or numberCompact ILC Lenses
  • Diameter95 mm
  • Focus systemAuto Focus
  • Lens focal length28–70 mm
  • Magnifying power0.18x
  • Product typeStandard Zoom
  • Constant f/2 aperture through 28–70 mm zoom range
  • RF mount with 12-pin communication for fast data transfer
  • Ring-type USM motor delivers quick, quiet autofocus
  • Nine rounded blades create smooth, circular bokeh highlights
  • Custom control ring adds direct setting adjustment

Constant f/2 standard zoom

The Canon RF 28-70mm f/2 L USM is a full-frame standard zoom with a fixed f/2 maximum aperture across its 28-70 mm range. It uses a ring-type ultrasonic motor and 12-pin communication for fast autofocus on Canon EOS R bodies. Nine rounded blades and ultra-low dispersion elements produce smooth bokeh and high contrast.

Suits pros needing one fast zoom

Photographers who want a single lens for events, portraits and reportage without swapping glass will benefit from the constant f/2 aperture. Buyers who need a lighter walk-around option or built-in image stabilization for handheld video should look elsewhere. The 4.04 kg weight and 95 mm filter thread also rule out compact kits.

Fixed f/2 aperture through the range

The defining specification is the constant f/2 maximum aperture from 28 mm to 70 mm. Most standard zooms drop to f/2.8 or slower at the long end, forcing higher ISO or slower shutter speeds. This lens maintains exposure settings throughout the zoom, which is the decisive factor for low-light event work.

How it compares

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Price $2,303.99
Pricier than about 90% of the 2,570 comparable items (median $546.49).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameCanon
Model name2965C002
Part type or numberCompact ILC Lenses
Product typeStandard Zoom
Product colorBlack
Audio & video
Focus systemAuto Focus
Lens focal length28–70 mm
Auto-focusYes
Size & build
Diameter95 mm
Compatibility
Compatible withCanon EOS
More details
Magnifying power0.18x

Questions about this item

What camera body mount do I need to attach this RF-mount lens?

You need a camera body with a Canon RF mount; the lens is designed for full-frame RF-mount cameras.

How does the constant f/2 maximum aperture perform when I zoom from 28 mm to 70 mm?

The aperture stays fixed at f/2 across the entire 28–70 mm zoom range, so exposure settings remain consistent throughout.

How can I verify the 12-pin communication system is active after mounting the lens?

The camera will display aperture, focal length and focus data in the viewfinder or on the rear screen, confirming the 12-pin link is working.

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