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Sony 12-24mm F2.8 GM vs Sony FE 12-24mm F4 G

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Sony 12-24mm F2.8 GM

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Sony 12-24mm F2.8 GM vs Sony FE 12-24mm F4 G Comparison Overview

In this review, we will be comparing Sony 12-24mm F2.8 GM and Sony FE 12-24mm F4 G, two Wideangle Zoom lenses by Sony. Both cameras have the same focal range of 12-24mm but different max apertures: Sony 12-24mm F2.8 GM has a max aperture of F2.8 while the Sony FE 12-24mm F4 G has a max aperture of F4.

We will start with briefly looking and the main specs of these two lenses and in the section, we will start analyzing in more detail and list the pros and cons of each lenses.

Sony 12-24mm F2.8 GM Key Specs

  • 12-24mm Focal Range
  • F2.8 Max Aperture
  • Weather Sealed
  • Max Format: 35mm FF
  • Sony E Mount
  • Weight: 847g.
  • Diameter: 98mm
  • Length: 137mm
  • Max Magnification:0.14x

Sony FE 12-24mm F4 G Key Specs

  • 12-24mm Focal Range
  • F4 Max Aperture
  • Weather Sealed
  • Max Format:
  • Sony E Mount
  • Weight: 565g.
  • Diameter: 87mm
  • Length: 117mm
  • Min Focus Distance:0.28m
  • Max Magnification:0.14x

Size and Weight Comparison

Size of a lens is an important deciding factor when comparing two lenses.Sony 12-24mm F2.8 GM is the longer of the two lenses at 137mm. The Sony FE 12-24mm F4 G with a length of 117mm is 20mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Sony 12-24mm F2.8 GM also has a larger diameter of 98mm compared to Sony FE 12-24mm F4 G's 87mm diameter.

Below you can find the scaled side by side image of Sony 12-24mm F2.8 GM and Sony FE 12-24mm F4 G to get a better idea of how their size compare in real life.

Sony 12-24mm F2.8 GM vs Sony FE 12-24mm F4 G Lens Size Comparison
Comparison image of Sony 12-24mm F2.8 GM and Sony FE 12-24mm F4 G Size and Weight

Weight of a lens is as important as its external dimensions, especially if you are planning to hand hold your camera and lens combination for longer periods. Sony FE 12-24mm F4 G weighs 565g, 49% (282g) lighter than the Sony 12-24mm F2.8 GM's weight of 847g.


Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the 'Wideangle Zoom Lenses in Sony E Mount for size comparison purposes.

Wideangle Zoom Lenses in Sony E Mount for Size Comparison
Model Length Diameter Weight Street Price
Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM Lens Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM
122mm
89mm 680g Amazon B&H Photo
Sony FE PZ 16-35mm F4 G Lens Sony FE PZ 16-35mm F4 G
88mm
81mm 353g Amazon B&H Photo
Sony Vario-Tessar T FE 16-35mm F4 ZA OSS Lens Sony FE 16-35mm F4 ZA OSS
99mm
78mm 518g Amazon B&H Photo
Sony E 10-18mm F4 OSS Lens Sony E 10-18mm F4 OSS
64mm
70mm 225g Amazon B&H Photo
Tamron 11-20mm F2.8 Di III-A RXD Lens Tamron 11-20mm F2.8 Di III-A
86mm
73mm 335g Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG DN Art Lens Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG DN Art
131mm
85mm 795g Amazon B&H Photo
Tamron 17-28mm F2.8 Di III RXD Lens Tamron 17-28mm F2.8 Di III
mm
mm 420g Amazon B&H Photo
Venus Laowa 10-18mm F4.5-5.6 FE Zoom Lens Venus 10-18mm F4.5-5.6 FE Zoom
91mm
61mm 496g Amazon B&H Photo

Lens Mounts

Both Sony 12-24mm F2.8 GM and Sony FE 12-24mm F4 G has the same Sony E lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Sony E lenses are Sony A7 IV, Sony ZV-E10 and Sony A1.

Focal Range

Reasons to choose Sony 12-24mm F2.8 GM over Sony FE 12-24mm F4 G

Max Aperture - Wide 2.8 vs 4 Wider aperture at wide end
Max Aperture - Tele 2.8 vs 4 Wider aperture at tele end
Diaphgragm Blades 9 vs 7 Potentially more rounded and smooth bokeh
Minimum Focus Distance m vs 0.28m can focus closer to the subject
Reasons to choose Sony FE 12-24mm F4 G over Sony 12-24mm F2.8 GM
Weight 565g vs 847g 282g lighter
Diameter 87mm vs 98mm 11mm smaller in diameter
Length 117mm vs 137mm 20mm shorter

Common Strengths of Sony 12-24mm F2.8 GM and Sony FE 12-24mm F4 G
Internal Focusing Yes vs Yes Length of the lens doesn't change during focusing
Weather Sealing Yes vs Yes safer to use under rain and dust
Common Weaknesses of Sony 12-24mm F2.8 GM and Sony FE 12-24mm F4 G
Image Stabilization No vs No Reliant on in-body Image Stabilization



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Sony 12-24mm F2.8 GM vs Sony FE 12-24mm F4 G Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications
General Sony 12-24mm F2.8 GM Sony FE 12-24mm F4 G
Brand Sony Sony
Lens Type Zoom Zoom
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Lens Type Wideangle Zoom Wideangle Zoom
Lens Mount Sony E Sony E
Max Format 35mm FF 35mm FF
Focal Range 12-24mm 12-24mm
Image Stabilization No
Colour Black Black
Zoom Method No Zoom Rotary (extending)
Power Zoom - No
Zoom Lock - No
Zoom Ratio 2.0X 2.0X
Aperture
Max Aperture F2.8 F4
Min Aperture F22
Aperture Ring No No
Diaphragm Blades 9 7
Optics
Optical Elements unknown 17
Optical Groups unknown 13
Focusing
Min Focus Distance unknown 0.28m
Max Magnification 0.14X 0.14X
Autofocus Yes Yes
AF Motor Type unknown Piezoelectric
Full Time Manual Yes
Focus Method Internal Internal
Distance Scale Unknown No
DoF Scale Unknown No
Distance Scale Unknown No
Focus Distance Limiter Unknown Unknown
Physical Specs
Weight 847g 565g
Diameter 98mm 87mm
Length 137mm 117mm
Materials Unknown Aluminum alloy
Weather Sealing Yes Yes
Filter Thread Unknown Unknown
Filter Notes Rear insert filter -
Hood Supplied Yes Yes
Hood Code Unknown Unknown
Tripod Collar Unknown No
Optional Accessories - -
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