Sony
Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II
The Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II lands as a strong camera lense, built around F2.8.
75/100
F2.8Sony EFull FrameStandard ZoomXD Linear Motor
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Why we rate it
- Constant aperture (zoom)
- In-lens stabilisation
- No weather sealed
Score profile
Scored against the camera lenses classWhere the Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Mount and format
MountSony E
FormatFull Frame
Optics
Focal length min24 mm
Focal length max70 mm
Lens typeStandard Zoom
Max apertureF2.8
Constant aperture (zoom)Yes
Focusing
Autofocus motorXD Linear Motor
Stabilisation
In-lens stabilisationYes
Design and build
Weight695 g
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Highlighted cell = better in that rowSony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II vs Sigma Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG OS HSM Art
Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM IISigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG OS HSM Art
| SonySony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM IIThis page | SigmaSigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG OS HSM Art | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 75 /100Better | 71 /100 |
| Max aperture | F2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Mount | Sony E | Canon EF |
| Format | Full Frame | Full Frame |
| Weight | 695 g | — |
Who it's for
Is the Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II right for you?
Buy it if
Made for creators
Photographers and content creators who want a camera lense that delivers without fuss, and this one fits.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need weather sealed, in which case a higher-tier camera lense is the better call.
Enthusiast shooter
Shooting stills and video seriously, wants room to grow.
excellent
Hybrid creator
Splits time between photos and video for content.
good
Beginner
Starting out and learning the ropes.
excellent
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II worth it?
For most buyers, yes. It scores 75/100 against other camera lenses, a strong result where the class average is around 60.
What stands out on the Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II?
Its constant aperture (zoom) stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II?
The Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II scores 77/100 versus this one at 75/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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