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Sony FE 28-70mm F2 GM
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Sony FE 28-70mm F2 GM

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KEY FACTS
BrandSony
Release Year2024
Production StatusIn Production
Pro BrandingGM
Lens MountSony E
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

Brand
Sony
Release Year
2024
Production Status
ⓘ
Current status of lens manufacturing (e.g., in production, discontinued).
In Production
Pro Branding
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Specific branding codes used for professional-tier lenses.
GM
Lens Mount
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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
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Indicates which camera system the lens is designed to attach to.
Sony E
Maximum Format
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Largest sensor size compatible with the lens.
Full Frame
Read our notes on general
Sony'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.

Physical

Lens Weight
918 g
Lens Diameter
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Width of the lens at its widest point
92.9 mm
Lens Length
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How long the lens is from front to back.
139.8 mm
Front Filter Compatible
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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
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Diameter of attachable filters.
86 mm

Optics

Focal Range
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Shortest to longest focal length of the lens (zoom range start - end )
28–70 mm
Aperture Range
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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
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Distance from lens mount to sensor.
18 mm
Diaphragm Type
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Structure and design of the aperture
Automatic
Blades
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Number of diaphragm blades in aperture
11020
Zoom Lens
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Zoom allows you to vary the focal length, change between long shots and close-ups
Yes
Zoom Mechanism
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System enabling zoom function
Manual
Zoom Ring
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If zooming is adjusted using a zoom ring
Yes
Zoom Type
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The design or approach to zooming
Rotary
Closest Focusing Distance
ⓘ
Minimum distance for a subject to be in focus.
38 cm01500
Maximum Magnification
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Largest size a subject can be reproduced
0.23x
Autofocus Mode
Yes
Manual Mode
Yes
Manual Focusing Ring
Yes

Features

Weather Sealing
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Weather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions.
Yes
Fluorine Coating
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Coating to repel water and oil from lens elements.
Yes
Built In Lens Hood
No
Lens Hood Type
Petal shape, bayonet type
Teleconverter
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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

Construction

Elements
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Lens elements refer to individual pieces of glass within the lens.
20
Groups
14
Aspherical Elements
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The number of aspherical lens elements which can help correct aberrations such as spherical aberration.
3
Low Dispersion
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Elements that reduce chromatic aberration
1
Super Low Dispersion
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Advanced elements further reducing chromatic aberration
3
CA Reduction
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Built-in features to reduce chromatic aberration
4
Internal Focusing
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Internal Focusing means that the lens does not change in size during focusing, and the front element does not rotate.
Yes