The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II and the Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 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. Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 II is the longer of the two lenses at 142mm. The Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II with a length of 120mm, is 22mm shorter. On the other hand, the Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II has a larger diameter of 88mm compared to the Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 II's 84mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II and Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 II to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II and the Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 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. Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 II weighs 675g, 2% (20g) lighter than the Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II's weight of 695g.
Filter Threads
The Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II has a filter size of 82mm whereas the Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 II has a 77mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 82mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II:
And these are the 77mm filters that we recommend for the Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 II:
Lens Mounts
The Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II has the Sony E lens mount whereas the Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 II has the Nikon Z lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Sony FX5 , Sony A7R VI and Sony A7 V for the Sony E Mount and Nikon ZR , Nikon Z5 II and RED Komodo-X 6K Z for the Nikon Z Mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
24-70mm and the fastest aperture of
F2.8 .
