Why we didn't buy the RF 70-200 2.8 and bought the EF version instead!

Why we didn't buy the RF 70-200 2.8 and bought the EF version instead!

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[thecommish]

I think the best thing about rf glass is that it brings down the price of ef glass.

[doorsxx]

A lot of other reviewers just blab how much better the RF is since they want Canon to send them stuff

[thetrueluigi]

I prefer the EF version as well for one reason...I prefer internal focusing! It's more reassuring.

[oracleofvalerius]

Thanks. I got the EF version due to its versatility, I was tempted by the RF coolness but could never justify that 3K cost when just starting out. I did stump for the 2.8 version as everyone was telling me it’s sharp as hell and my god they’re right. Gorgeous and love the feel of the focus wheel that I can spin from 70 to 200 in a heart beat. Keep up the good work, counting the seconds till we’re out of lockdown and I can visit a zoo with this bad boy. All the best.

[asherdavidson]

Thank you so much! The reason was given by YOU I never heard from somebody else. And because I'm looking for a lens for concert shooting - your opinion of zooming functionality made sense to me.

[GriffinConway]

The walk and talk vibe of this video was cool Damien! I agree with you on the versatility + zoom throw of the 70-200. Thanks for sharing bro!

[udo]

is that Kurtinig (South Tyrol, Italy) in the background at 0:25? :-D

[AustinRoss]

This was the deciding factor I have been looking for guys. Thanks!

[thefilmpoets]

EF f/4 IS makes me happy. Small and beautiful.

[QuayandChristine]

dude as your channel grows your production for your video also is going to the next level. keep it up man! looking forward to the next one

[Soul_Visuals_Photography]

I recently got the RF. MY GOD ITS AMAZING.

[njrivetelite]

I have the R5 & EOS-R
I also went with the EF version of the 70-200 2.8 IS III
It's a solid lens and will serve me for many years. I don't regret buying it over the RF version.
Sure I like compact & light.. But.. I just really like the Tank of the EF version.. it a beautiful lens that works phenomenal

[meibing]

Makes sense. Got the RF myself and am happy with my purchase. Biggest drawback for me is that the EF takes extenders while the RF does not.

[EugeneMaynard]

Excellent! You have confirmed my doubts without question!🙏🏾

[jameskeener]

I'm enjoying shooting with the R5. My EF 70-200 f/2.8 L III arrived four hours ago. And I just saw your video. It's nice to have my reasoning confirmed. Another factor for me is the dearth of RF glass between 200mm-400mm. The EF lenses in that range were some of the best telephotos for any system: 300mm f/4, 400mm f/5.6, 300mm f/2.8, 400mm f/2.8, 200-400mm f/4 with TC f/5.6, 400mm f/4 II DO (my favorite). I chose the EF lens because TCs can't be used with the RF 70-200 f/2.8, and there is nothing that can get me the extra stretch the EF system offers/offered that I want to use. Thanks for your very useful video. /s/A New Subscriber.

[dris]

Here I am in 2022 and considering getting an R6 but the RF glass is stupidly priced and there are no third party lenses anymore.
I had the EF 70-200 II for a while and it was mind blowingly good. I can't imagine the RF being much better thought the form factor is fantastic. I can't afford $4000 for a lens though when I can get an EF MkIII version for half that price.

[chuck]

The vortex pattern in the two photos you showed in the beginning - that's from the lens correction. Use masking and color noise reduction to get rid of it, or just turn off correction if that's not a big deal to you.

Sorry I only noticed because upon recently buying and using this lens (RF 2.8) and editing in post, I have noticed this happens a lot. So it's very fresh in my mind haha. Great video!

[santanistic]

Similar to you switching between EF & RF systems, the EF lens appeal more to me. The other benefit to EOS R & R5 is the ability to use the drop-in filter adapter allowing for a really coinvent spot when adjusting exposure via the ND.

[TizOnly]

Great video. Production wise. Really like the style. The bike going through the alley while you were talking was a really dope shot.

I already decided on EF over RF for basically everything for me at this point (I shoot R5/C70+Speedbooster), but still stuck around on the video bc it looked nice.

[michaeloeser]

As someone who also shoots weddings the weight and size of the RF makes it the goto lens for me.