Canon EF 70-200 2.8 IS USM i vs ii Comparison (With download files)

Comparing the sharpness and overall quality of the Canon 70-200 2.8 IS USM vs it's newer version the Canon 70-200 2.8 IS USM II.

All photos shot on the Canon EOS R with EF adapter.

I have been looking for more information comparing these two lenses and haven't found a lot, so here's some good info I discovered! Is it worth it to upgrade? Check out the quality of the these photos and determine for yourself!

Specs of the lenses:
Canon 70-200 2.8 IS USM
Price: (use caution when buying) used on FB/Ebay $800-1000
Weight: 1470g
8 aperture blades
23 elements in 18 groups
Min. focusing distance 1.4m

Canon 70-200 2.8 IS USM II
Price: (use caution when buying) used on FB/Ebay $1000-1200
Weight: 1490g
8 aperture blades
23 elements in 19 groups
Min. focusing distance 1.2m

Overview of the version ii lens from Canon's website:
"Improving upon one of the most celebrated lenses in the Canon EF line is no easy feat, but Canon has done just that. The all-new EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM increases the speed, performance and optical quality of the EF 70-200 f/2.8L IS USM while maintaining all of the characteristics that have made it a legend for professionals and advanced amateurs alike. The EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM features one fluorite and five UD elements for increased optical quality and reduced chromatic aberration. It has a minimum focusing distance of 1.2m/3.9 ft. at all zoom settings, which is useful for photographers in smaller spaces trying to get closer to a subject. It features a next-generation Optical Image Stabilizer, providing up to 3.5 stops of correction at all focal lengths. And as with all L-series lenses, the EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM is dust- and moisture-resistant and designed for use in the challenging environments typical of rigorous professional use."

VIEW/DOWNLOAD FILES via Google Link
While you are looking at these files, click on the small "information" icon in the top right corner to see which photos I've named "V1" or "V2" for "version 1" and "version 2"


Unedited: https://photos.app.goo.gl/FbJrGN29nNQ...



Edited: https://photos.app.goo.gl/wjifaoikCt7...

And BTW, after analysis of the edited photos, you'll notice very little difference between the two lenses. It can still be seen, but the first version of this lens still does a great job. Version 2 just kicks it up a notch!