The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II and the Sony FE 70-200mm 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 70-200mm F2.8 GM II is the longer of the two lenses at 200mm. The Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II with a length of 197mm, is 3mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM II also has a larger diameter of 88mm compared to the Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II's 87mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II and Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM II to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II and the Sony FE 70-200mm 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 70-200mm F2.8 GM II weighs 1045g, 30% (455g) lighter than the Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II's weight of 1500g.
Filter Threads
Both the Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II and the Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM II have the same Filter thread size of 77mm .
Below are links to the 77mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
The Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II has the Sony Alpha lens mount whereas the Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM II has the Sony E lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Sony A99 II , Sony A68 and Sony A77 II for the Sony Alpha 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
70-200mm and the fastest aperture of
F2.8 .
