The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Pentax D FA 24-70mm F2.8 ED SDM WR and the Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison The size of a lens is a crucial factor to consider when comparing two lenses. Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II is the longer of the two lenses at 120mm. The Pentax D FA 24-70mm F2.8 ED SDM WR with a length of 110mm, is 10mm shorter. On the other hand, the Pentax D FA 24-70mm F2.8 ED SDM WR has a larger diameter of 89mm compared to the Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II's 88mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Pentax D FA 24-70mm F2.8 ED SDM WR and Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Pentax D FA 24-70mm F2.8 ED SDM WR and the Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II Size and Weight The weight of a lens is equally significant as its external dimensions, particularly if you intend to handhold your camera and lens combination for extended periods. Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II weighs 695g, 11% (92g) lighter than the Pentax D FA 24-70mm F2.8 ED SDM WR's weight of 787g.
Lens Mounts
The Pentax D FA 24-70mm F2.8 ED SDM WR has the Pentax KAF3 lens mount whereas the Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II has the Sony E lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Pentax K-3 III Mono , Pentax KF and Pentax K-3 III for the Pentax KAF3 Mount and Sony FX5 , Sony A7R VI and Sony A7 V for the Sony E Mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
24-70mm and the fastest aperture of
F2.8 .
