Matt Granger Best 70–200mm f/2.8 Lens — Canon | Nikon | Sony | Sigma | Leica

In this video, photographer Matt Granger conducts a shootout between five professional 70-200mm f/2.8 lenses from top manufacturers. Tested on their respective high-resolution camera bodies in Hong Kong, the lenses are evaluated on handling, build quality, autofocus performance, image stabilization, and overall image quality.

The Five Contenders

Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Z (tested on Canon R5 Mark II)
Nikon NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II (tested on Nikon Z8)
Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II (tested on Sony A7R V)
Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN OS Sports (tested on Leica SL3)
Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 70-200mm f/2.8 ASPH(tested on Leica SL3)

Matt concludes that if you are using a Sony, Nikon, or Canon system, their respective 70-200mm lenses are absolute top-tier choices that will not disappoint. The Sony takes a slight edge for its incredibly lightweight and ergonomic design.
Conversely, the Leica acts more like a luxury item—it looks and feels premium but is too heavy and slow for demanding professional workflows. The Sigma, while optically sound, struggled massively with autofocus tracking, making it hard to recommend in this highly competitive class.