Sony
Sony FE 28-70mm F2 GM Lens Black
A solid mid-range camera lense for photographers and content creators, leading with F2.
65/100
F2Sony EFull FrameStandard ZoomXD Linear Motor
£2,435best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- Constant aperture (zoom)
- Aperture ring
- No in-lens stabilisation
- No weather sealed
Score profile
Scored against the camera lenses classWhere the Sony FE 28-70mm F2 GM Lens Black wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Mount and format
MountSony E
FormatFull Frame
Optics
Focal length min28 mm
Focal length max70 mm
Lens typeStandard Zoom
Max apertureF2
Constant aperture (zoom)Yes
Focusing
Min focus distance0.38
Autofocus motorXD Linear Motor
Design and build
Weight918 g
Controls
Aperture ringYes
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Highlighted cell = better in that rowSony FE 28-70mm F2 GM Lens Black vs Sony Sony Alpha SEL1655G 16-55mm F2.8
Sony FE 28-70mm F2 GM Lens BlackSony Alpha SEL1655G 16-55mm F2.8
| SonySony FE 28-70mm F2 GM Lens BlackThis page | SonySony Alpha SEL1655G 16-55mm F2.8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 65 /100Better | 63 /100 |
| Max aperture | F2 | F2.8 |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Format | Full Frame | — |
| Weight | 918 g | — |
Who it's for
Is the Sony FE 28-70mm F2 GM Lens Black right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable camera lense for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need in-lens stabilisation, in which case a higher-tier camera lense is the better call.
Enthusiast shooter
Shooting stills and video seriously, wants room to grow.
good
Hybrid creator
Splits time between photos and video for content.
good
Beginner
Starting out and learning the ropes.
good
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Sony FE 28-70mm F2 GM Lens Black worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 65/100 against other camera lenses, a solid mid-range result where the class average is around 60.
What stands out on the Sony FE 28-70mm F2 GM Lens Black?
Its constant aperture (zoom) stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM?
The Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM scores 66/100 versus this one at 65/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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