Sony FE 12-24mm f/4 G vs Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM
Both are Sony E mount zooms for wide-angle and landscape — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Sony FE 12-24mm f/4 G | Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 12-24mm | 16-35mm |
| Max aperture | f/4 | f/2.8 |
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Coverage | full-frame | full-frame |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM opens wider (f/2.8) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Sony FE 12-24mm f/4 G covers 12-24mm and the Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM covers 16-35mm — pick the range that matches what you shoot
Where to buy
Sony FE 12-24mm f/4 GSee price on Amazon
Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GMSee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Sony FE 12-24mm f/4 G and the Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM?
The Sony FE 12-24mm f/4 G is 12-24mm f/4 zoom, full-frame; the Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM is 16-35mm f/2.8 zoom, full-frame. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Which is better in low light, the Sony FE 12-24mm f/4 G or the Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM?
The Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM — its f/2.8 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/4 of the other.
Do the Sony FE 12-24mm f/4 G and Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM fit the same camera?
Yes — both are Sony E mount lenses, so they fit Sony a7/a9/a1 (full-frame) and a6000-series (APS-C).
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