Canon CN-E 14mm T3.1 L F
Canon EF 24-70mm F/2.8L II USM
When comparing Canon EF 24-70mm F/2.8L II USM and Canon CN-E 14mm T3.1 L F, which one is better?
The Canon EF 24-70mm F/2.8L II USM has the largest aperture of the two lenses at 2.8 compared to the 3.1 aperture of Canon CN-E 14mm T3.1 L F. This means that you get more light to your sensor using Canon EF 24-70mm F/2.8L II USM wide open, and therefore it might be a better lens in dark situations.
Winner: Canon EF 24-70mm F/2.8L II USM
Regarding largest aperture: A lower aperture number means that the widest aperture on the lens is larger. This means that more light will hit the sensor and also that the depth of field will be shallower, better separating your subject from the background.
Full specifications table of Canon CN-E 14mm T3.1 L F and Canon EF 24-70mm F/2.8L II USM:
Canon CN-E 14mm T3.1 L F | Canon EF 24-70mm F/2.8L II USM | |
Brand | Canon | Canon |
Lens Mount | Missing | Canon EF |
Focal Length | 14 mm | 24 - 70 mm |
Largest Aperture | 3.1 | 2.8 |
Type | Missing | Zoom |