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Sony FE 24-50mm f/2.8 G
81 PixelMeter Score 32 reviews

Pros Pros
  • Fast, silent, and accurate autofocus
  • Excellent optical performance and sharpness
  • Compact and lightweight design
  • Professional build quality with weather sealing
  • Versatile controls including a de-clickable aperture ring
Cons Cons
  • Limited focal range compared to standard zooms
  • High levels of distortion and vignetting at wide angles
  • Reverse zoom design and lack of aperture lock
  • Noticeable focus breathing
  • Expensive price point

Launch price Launch price $1,099
Focal length & aperture Focal length & aperture 24-50mm f/2.8
Mount & coverage Mount & coverage Sony E · Full-Frame
Stabilization Stabilization None
Close focus Close focus 19 cm (0.3x)
Filter thread Filter thread 67mm
Autofocus motor Autofocus motor Two linear motors
Weight & size Weight & size 440g (15.5 oz) · 74.8 x 92.3 mm (2.94 x 3.63 in)

Announcement date Announcement date February 21, 2024
Launch MSRP Launch MSRP $1,099
Lens mount Lens mount Sony E
Image circle coverage Image circle coverage Full-Frame
Lens type Lens type Zoom
Lens line / series Lens line / series G

Elements Elements 16
Groups Groups 13
Special elements Special elements 4 aspherical, 2 ED
Coatings Coatings Fluorine coating
Front fluorine coating Front fluorine coating Yes

Focal length (wide) Focal length (wide) 24mm
Focal length (tele) Focal length (tele) 50mm
Max aperture Max aperture f/2.8
Minimum aperture Minimum aperture f/22
Diaphragm blades Diaphragm blades 11

Diagonal angle of view Diagonal angle of view 84° - 47°

Autofocus motor Autofocus motor Two linear motors
Minimum focus distance Minimum focus distance 19 cm
Maximum magnification Maximum magnification 0.3x
Focus mechanism Focus mechanism Internal focus

Optical stabilization (OIS) Optical stabilization (OIS) No

Aperture ring Aperture ring Yes
AF/MF switch AF/MF switch Yes

Weight Weight 440g (15.5 oz)
Maximum diameter Maximum diameter 74.8mm (2.94 in)
Length Length 92.3mm (3.63 in)
Filter thread Filter thread 67mm
Weather sealing Weather sealing Partial sealing
Internal zoom Internal zoom No
Tripod collar Tripod collar Not supported

Lens hood Lens hood ALC-SH178, included
Teleconverter compatibility Teleconverter compatibility Not supported