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A quick comparison
Below is a quick spec and MTF comparison between the Canon EF 24-70 f/2.8L Version 1 & Version 2.
We’re still waiting for an official price on the lens. I do expect a big bump in price.
Version 1
| Focal Length & Maximum Aperture | 24-70mm 1:2.8 |
| Lens Construction | 16 elements in 13 groups |
| Diagonal Angle of View | 84° – 34° |
| Focus Adjustment | Front-focusing method |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 0.38m/1.25 ft. |
| Zoom System | Rotating Type |
| Filter Size | 77mm |
| Max. Diameter x Length, Weight | 3.3″ x 4.9″, 2.1 lbs. / 83.2mm x 123.5mm, 950g |
Version 2
| Focal Length & Maximum Aperture | 24-70mm, 1:2.8 |
| Lens Construction | 18 elements in 13 groups |
| Diagonal Angle of View | 84° – 34° |
| Focus Adjustment | Inner-focusing with USM |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 0.38m/1.25 ft. |
| Zoom System | Rotating Type |
| Filter Size | 82mm |
| Max. Diameter x Length, Weight | 3.5 x 4.4 in., 28.4 oz. / 88.5 x 113mm, 805g |
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