Sony FE 28-70mm F2 GM
Sony · 28–70 mm · f/2 · GM
Score Breakdown
Scores combine our editorial testing with published lab data.
80
SCORE /100
What We Like
+Exceptional constant f/2 aperture throughout entire zoom range, enabling prime-like shallow depth of field and low-light performance
+Razor-sharp optics across entire focal length range rivaling prime lenses, with excellent sharpness even wide-open at f/2
+Fast, silent, and precise autofocus with 4 XD linear motors supporting 120 fps continuous shooting and 240 fps video
+Surprisingly compact and lightweight for an f/2 standard zoom—918g compared to Canon's 1430g equivalent, enabling comfortable handheld use
+Professional-grade controls including de-clickable aperture ring, adjustable zoom torque, multiple focus hold buttons, and iris lock for hybrid photo/video work
+Excellent weather sealing with dust/moisture resistance and fluorine-coated front element for durability in challenging conditions
Worth Knowing
−Premium pricing at $2,899 makes it a significant investment, considerably more expensive than conventional f/2.8 standard zooms
−Notable ghosting artifacts and flare issues when shooting backlit subjects due to limited flare resistance despite Nano AR Coating II
−Requires expensive 86mm filters due to large front element, with filter sizes larger than standard options
−Lacks optical image stabilization, relying solely on in-body sensor stabilization which may limit handheld usability on older camera bodies without IBIS
General | |
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About This LensSony's FE 28-70mm F2 GM is a fast standard zoom that trades 4mm from the wide end for an aperture that's a stop brighter than the classic 24-70 F2.8, and is Sony's first constant F2 zoom for its E-mount cameras. It is one of the sharpest zooms tested across the entire zoom range, and is flawlessly usable at F2 at any focal length. Flare resistance is the only weak link, with a surprising amount of ghosting artifacts at wide apertures, and users will definitely have to account for this if shooting backlit portraits. The primary drawback is the price—this lens is a serious investment. | |
| Brand | Sony |
| Release Year | 2024 |
Production Status ⓘCurrent status of lens manufacturing (e.g., in production, discontinued). |  In Production |
Pro Branding ⓘSpecific branding codes used for professional-tier lenses. | GM |
Lens Mount ⓘThe lens mount will tell you what type of lens range you can fit onto the camera body. Often the same camera company will have different lens ranges for different cameras. | Sony E |
System ⓘIndicates which camera system the lens is designed to attach to. | Sony E |
Maximum Format ⓘLargest sensor size compatible with the lens. |  Full Frame |
Physical100/100 | |
| Lens Weight | 918 g |
Lens Diameter ⓘWidth of the lens at its widest point | 92.9 mm |
Lens Length ⓘHow long the lens is from front to back. | 139.8 mm |
Front Filter Compatible ⓘSome lenses are compatible with front filters, some are compatible with back filters and some are compatible with both. Front filters are usually more convenient to add and remove. |  Yes |
Front Filter Size ⓘDiameter of attachable filters. | 86 mm |
Optics85/100 | |
Focal Range ⓘShortest to longest focal length of the lens (zoom range start - end ) | 28–70 mm |
Aperture Range ⓘLargest aperture at the lens's shortest focal length to longest focal length (aperture range start - end) | 2 |
| Focal Length Angle of View | 75°–34° |
Flange Focal Distance ⓘDistance from lens mount to sensor. | 18 mm |
Diaphragm Type ⓘStructure and design of the aperture |  Automatic |
Blades ⓘNumber of diaphragm blades in aperture | 11020 |
Zoom Lens ⓘZoom allows you to vary the focal length, change between long shots and close-ups |  Yes |
Zoom Mechanism ⓘSystem enabling zoom function |  Manual |
Zoom Ring ⓘIf zooming is adjusted using a zoom ring |  Yes |
Zoom Type ⓘThe design or approach to zooming |  Rotary |
Closest Focusing Distance ⓘMinimum distance for a subject to be in focus. | 38 cm01500 |
Maximum Magnification ⓘLargest size a subject can be reproduced | 0.23x |
| Autofocus Mode |  Yes |
| Manual Mode |  Yes |
| Manual Focusing Ring |  Yes |
Features52/100 | |
Weather Sealing ⓘWeather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions. |  Yes |
Fluorine Coating ⓘCoating to repel water and oil from lens elements. |  Yes |
| Built In Lens Hood | No |
| Lens Hood Type |  Petal |
Zoom Lock ⓘZoom lock allows the zoom ring to be locked at the desired focal length | No |
Teleconverter ⓘA teleconverter (extender) is an extra piece of equipment that fits between the lens and the camera body to enhance magnification | No |
| Image Stabilization | No |
Construction73/100 | |
Elements ⓘLens elements refer to individual pieces of glass within the lens. | 20 |
| Groups | 14 |
Aspherical Elements ⓘThe number of aspherical lens elements which can help correct aberrations such as spherical aberration. | 3 |
Bi Aspherical Elements ⓘElements with two non-spherical surfaces | 0 |
Low Dispersion ⓘElements that reduce chromatic aberration | 1 |
Super Low Dispersion ⓘAdvanced elements further reducing chromatic aberration | 3 |
CA Reduction ⓘBuilt-in features to reduce chromatic aberration | 4 |
Internal Focusing ⓘInternal Focusing means that the lens does not change in size during focusing, and the front element does not rotate. |  Yes |