I have been looking for a long telephoto for months and tested virtually every other lens for Sony e-mount including the original version of this lens (not so good) with my A7R IVA. Every single one had an unacceptably high rate of out of focus and soft focus shots under many conditions.
Up to this point I had resisted buying this lens because of the price. Finally after exhausting virtually all other cheaper possibilities I spent the money!
I am happy to report it was the best money I have ever spent! This lens is beyond good it is insanely good and the best lens I have ever used in nearly every category. I went from an estimated 30% keeper rate with most other lenses to a 95% keeper rate with this lens! The auto focus accuracy, sharpness, and picture quality are off the charts and my customers have been astounded by the quality!
I cannot say enough about this lens coupled with the A7R IVA. It is mind blowingly good both for portrait and sports coverage and produces spectacular results with the right body!
I should mention it destroys the cheaper shorter range 70-180mm from a competing manufacturer.
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Bottom line is I do not write many glowing reviews but after spending a few weeks doing shoots with this lens I could not be happier!
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This Item  Sony SEL2470GM E-Mount Camera Lens: FE 24-70 mm F2.8 G Master Full Frame Standard Zoom Lens Black |  |  |  |  |  | |
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| Sold By | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | 6ave | Web Offers |
| lens type | Standard | Standard | Standard | Telephoto | Telephoto | Telephoto |
| compatible mountings | Sony E | Sony E | Sony E | Sony E | Sony FE | Sony E |
| lens design | Zoom | Prime | Prime | Zoom | Zoom | Zoom |
| focus type | Manual Focus | Auto/Manual | Auto/Manual | Auto Focus | Manual Focus, Auto Focus | Stepper motor |
| minimum focal length | — | — | 35 millimeters | 70 millimeters | 70 millimeters | 28 millimeters |
| max focal length | — | — | 35 millimeters | — | 200 millimeters | 135 millimeters |
From the manufacturer
Sony FE 24-70 mm F2.8 GM Lens
The standard zoom redefined
Constant F2.8 24-70mm zoom with an unprecedented union of high resolution and creamy bokeh.
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A new era of standard zoom performance
No-compromises design and technology in a new constant F2.8 zoom lens that can fully utilize the performance potential of current and future high-resolution camera bodies.
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Unprecedented resolution and detail
An XA (extreme aspherical) element with superlative surface precision works with ED elements for extraordinary resolution that can capture breathtaking texture and detail.
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Bright, fast F2.8 at any focal length
Keep exposure settings constant throughout the zoom range to maintain low-light capability or action-stopping shutter speeds with consistently spectacular image quality.
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Precise focus at blazing speed
Direct Drive SSM (DDSSM) minimizes spurious motion while refined algorithms enhance AF operation speed. Smooth and quiet for movies as well as stills.
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Professional lens control features
A focus mode switch, focus hold button, and zoom lock switch provide professional control for a wide range of shooting situations.
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One lens to rule them all?
This is now my go to for every day work. Super quiet for video, insanely fast auto focus, the build quality is out of this world. If you got it like that.. get it! you won’t regret it.. Just be mindful of the weight this combined with my Sony A73 limits the gimbals that I could potentially use. Not really a downside in my opinion as it forces me to get heavier duty gimbals, that can use a multitude of cameras. I ended up finding a killer deal on a glidecam centurion electric stabilizer Combine that with my slypod and you have the ability to get an insane amount of shots. If you already have a lens though, just remember Don’t let your kid hold you back from attempting to go out and make connections. The rejections you get today will lead to business in the future. Every rejection you get will put you one step closer to a yes. Don’t take this as an invitation to go into businesses blind, pull up their Facebook or Instagram right before you go in take a few screenshots of things that you believe you could do better or differently. If they say no be persistent and ask if that you can shoot their content for free with one caveat! If they like it they can buy it. If you’re a recreational shooter just keep shootin! Sorry didn’t mean to go on a rant. A lot of people I know in the business do more sitting than shooting! Did you really read all of this? What are you still doing here? Get out there and make it happen! 😂
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Eduardo Siqueira
Excelente lente!
Reviewed in Brazil on April 26, 2022Style: SEL2470GMVerified Purchase
Franco Cardone
Obiettivamente un buon obiettivo!
Reviewed in Italy on March 19, 2022Style: SEL2470GMVerified Purchase
Ron
Best Sony Lens but watch for purple fringing
Reviewed in Canada on August 21, 2020Style: SEL2470GMVerified Purchase
Ron
Reviewed in Canada on August 21, 2020
Added comments March 11, 2021 - It has been 6 months with this lens. I have found more issues with it. Purple fringing is quite obvious and it cannot be corrected. It often happens when there is a big light contrast. But it could happen in the evening low light and the entire frame is clouded with purple. They cannot be corrected. After all, it is not a bad lens and is one of the most balanced high quality original. If I have to compare it (unfairly) against my Summilux 35mm, LOL - I would want to just throw this one in the bag.
I bought this lens to match my new A7R4. It is a perfect match and the most versatile. On the heavy side. But it feels very substantial and solid made. It covers city and landscape shooting, and meets 90% of the needs. If I bring just one lens on my camera and take a drive around town or nearby cities, it is this lens. If I have the appetite to carry more lenses, there will be lots of choices but they all come after this lens! Sigma 24-70? A good replacement, mostly for its price! Nothing can beat this 24-70 f/2.8 G Master!
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