New Canon 24 -105 RF Servo. Is It Worth The Money?

Two camera chaps review of the Canon RF 24-105 2.8 Servo Lens vs Canon RF 24-105 F4 vs Canon EF 24-105 F4. A lens comparison test of the three Canon lenses. Is the new F2.8 worth the extra money?
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Product Links:
Canon RF 24-105 F2.8
proav.co.uk/canon-rf-24-105mm...
Canon Servo Units:
proav.co.uk/canon-pz-e2-power...
20 Pin version
proav.co.uk/canon-pz-e2b-powe...
Canon RF 24-105 F4
proav.co.uk/cameras-lenses/ca...
Canon R3
proav.co.uk/cameras-lenses/ca...
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[@CanonEurope]

We're glad someone FINALLY noticed the sweet design of the removable tripod foot 😂

[@TwoCameraChaps]

Yes it really is a great idea.

[@jimbo27]

​@@TwoCameraChapsbe Even better with a arca swiss plate

[@DavidWilliams-wj4sc]

i think you mean the 'forgotten' sweet design of the removable tripod foot....as canon used to do this, but strangely forgot about it for a long time :)

[@TwoCameraChaps]

@@DavidWilliams-wj4sc it’s certainly a welcome return then!

[@TwoCameraChaps]

@@jimbo27 trouble is there are too many people not using arca systems to make it worth while I guess.

[@Tav_cr]

The Gimbal test is what I was trying to find out and you solved all my concerns. New subscriber here. Thanks.

[@lbrimble100]

Well done Stu, great job 👏. Many thanks Seb for helping out

[@100amper]

Thanks for the detailed test of this lens.

[@TwoCameraChaps]

We try and test the gear in a real world scenario as often as possible . Unboxing videos aren’t really our thing.

[@vinvanid]

Wow great comparison review ! Subscribed. Looking forward for another great lens review & comparison 😁

[@codythep]

Boom, the RS2 and the stabilization modes were what I was curious about, thank you so much!

[@TwoCameraChaps]

No problem, they were two of the things I was curious about after the more obvious performance of the lens optically.

[@arfmf]

You sir got a subscriber. Superb comparison.

[@TwoCameraChaps]

Thanks for the sub!

[@shotbro8521]

one of the best reviews so far! how would you control zoom on a gimbal setup? kind of thinking a wireless follow focus would perform better than the poorly designed servo setup atm

[@scottievee7467]

Thanks for this sir. Confirms purchase satisfaction. I love the lens 24-105 F2.8. I was able to sell off a couple to have a more all in one for my C70. I have a RF24-70 for my 2nd C70. It works well for my needs. I enjoy this channel.

[@stuartmorganproductions]

Thanks, I hope it clarified your good decision and you like the channel. The new lens is very nice indeed and I can see a lot of users keeping it on their cameras for a high percentage of what they shoot.

[@jonconvisuals]

very good review Stu, the parfocality of the 2.8 seems more than good enough to settle any worries I had. Agreed on the pricing of the servo unit, it's far too high a percentage of the lens' cost itself. Shirt was on point too, and west country accent turned up to 11 made up for Lee's absence.

[@TwoCameraChaps]

Worzel Gummidge cranked up to the max !

[@MK20202]

Amazing review.. lots of my questions answered… just curious about Rf 28-70 F/2 … where it stacks up??? If someone is going with 24-105 F/2.8, is it worth to get some fast glasses like 1.2 or 1.4 or 28-70 F/2 is enough.,, Much appreciated 🙌🏻

[@dannypgrizzle]

As someone considering the RF 24-105 f/2.8 paired with a RED cine camera, this is the best review yet, though I am not certain of some tests like parfocal where it is unclear if the parfocal capability is “active” - under electronic control. The optical performance, where no digital corrections can be a factor on RED are much more reassuring. I would like to see a review directly testing all these same factors on an 8K RED V-Raptor X camera, however.

[@TwoCameraChaps]

Hi as far as I am aware the red cameras do not have the same electronic communication with this lens. I haven't a red to test it, so I would expect some lens vignetting that would need altering to taste in post.

[@JM-xl3ij]

Have you tried the PZ-E2 or PZ-E2B motors for remote Focus control? And is there an App to control Zoom and Focus?

[@RR_Zephy]

I tried using a R6II on the RS3 gimbal. Immediate nogo with the eye piece hitting the roll arm when i tested, but i might have left the tripod foot in and the 100gram might have offset it alittle. But with a heavier body like the R3 or with a battery grip should work

[@TwoCameraChaps]

Hi, I don't test with an R6II, only he R3 and C70, both of which balanced ok. I would say that the much ligher body, hence the set-up would be more front heavy. Certainly counterweights would work and a battery grip would help also.

[@captainkanji1]

As an amateur hobbyist photographer, I find the price ludicrous. I don't shoot video, but if I did, I'd drool over the 2.8. Looks like a fantastic video lens. I suspect lots of pros getting this one.

[@TwoCameraChaps]

Yep the std F4 RF is a great lens, but the servo really makes sense if you shoot video.

[@user-csj1976]

ef good

[@angelangelov2354]

One Camera Chap. 🙃

[@TwoCameraChaps]

Yes unfortunately I was working on the date that we got the lens, annoyingly he did a great job without me

[@stuartmorganproductions]

Hope that didn't detract from the content!