Canon EF 24-105 mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM vs Canon EF 24-105 mm f/4L IS II USM
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| Compare | Lightest Fastest Aperture Image Stabilization | Image Stabilization |
|---|---|---|
| Mount | ||
| Sensor Size | Full Frame | Full Frame |
| Best For | Landscape Travel Video | Landscape Travel Video |
Optical Specifications | ||
| Focal Length | 24-105 mm | 24-105 mm |
| Aperture | f/3.5 | f/4 |
| Aperture Blades | 7 | 10 |
Features | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Image Stabilization | Yes | Yes |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
Close-up Performance | ||
| Min. Focus Distance | 0.4 m | 0.45 m |
| Max. Magnification | - | - |
Physical Specifications | ||
| Weight | 525 g | 795 g |
| Length | 83.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Diameter | 104 mm | 118 mm |
| Filter Thread | 77 mm | 77 mm |
Price & Availability | ||
| Release Year | 2014 | 2016 |
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Comparing Canon EF 24-105 mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM (24-105 mm, f/3.5) and Canon EF 24-105 mm f/4L IS II USM (24-105 mm, f/4).
Canon EF 24-105 mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM is the lightest at 525 g, Canon EF 24-105 mm f/4L IS II USM weighs 795 g.
Canon EF 24-105 mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM offers the fastest maximum aperture at f/3.5, allowing for better low-light performance and shallower depth of field.
Canon EF 24-105 mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM can focus closest at 0.4 m minimum focus distance.
Both lenses feature image stabilization for handheld shooting.
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