When you need versatility within the ultra-wide realm, the Sony FE 12-24mm f/2.8 GM mixes a useful zoom range with a bright constant f/2.8 maximum aperture. As a G Master lens, too, the advanced optical layout yields impressive sharpness and color accuracy, with low distortion and well-controlled rendering. Performance-wise, it also features the quick, quiet, and smooth XD Linear Motor for precise AF as well as a floating elements design to offer consistent performance throughout zoom and focusing ranges. It also sports a dust- and moisture-sealed design, plus a fluorine-coated front lens element, and there is a built-in petal-shaped lens hood to block stray light and physically protect the front element.
Applications: Landscape, nature, astrophotography, architecture, and interiors are the genres where this ultra-wide will naturally excel, but it can also provide a unique look for anything from sports to portraiture. With an f/2.8 maximum aperture, it’s great for available light, and the 2x zoom range gives it more versatility than a single prime lens.
Perks |
Drawbacks |
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+ Covers a variety of ultra-wide focal lengths |
- More specialized than a 16-35mm |
Specs |
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| Focal Length | 12-24mm |
| Aperture Range | f/2.8 to f/22 |
| Optical Layout | 17 elements, 14 groups (3 XA elements, 1 aspherical element, 3 ED elements, 2 Super ED elements) |
| Coating | Nano AR II |
| Minimum Focusing Distance | 11" / 28 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | 0.14x |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 |
| Image Stabilization | No
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| Filter Size | Rear Gel Filter |
| Dimensions | 3.8 x 5.4" / 97.6 x 137mm |
| Weight | 1.9 lb / 847 g |
