A 24-70mm f/2.8 is the workhorse of choice for a huge number of photographers, suitable for a wide range of scenarios and needs. Sony recently released the second version of theirs, the FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II, and this excellent video review takes a look at the improvements and new features in the new lens and the sort of image quality and performance you can expect from it.
Coming to you from Gordon Laing, this great video review takes a look at the new Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II lens. The second version of this lens comes with a range of improvements and new features, including:
- Smaller footprints and lighter weight
- Improved resolution, clarity, and bokeh
- Two ED (extra-low dispersion) and two Super ED elements for decreased chromatic aberrations and increased clarity
- Five aspherical elements, including two extreme aspherical elements (XA) for reduced distortion and spherical aberrations
- Nano AR Coating II for reduced flares and ghosting and deeper contrast
- 11-blade diaphragm for smoother bokeh
- Four XD (extreme dynamic) Linear Motors for faster and quieter autofocus
- Minimized focus breathing, focus shift, and axial shift
- Breathing Compensation support
- De-clickable aperture ring
- Two customizable focus hold buttons
- Adjustable zoom ring torque
- Dust- and moisture-resistant design
- Fluorine coating
Altogether, the FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II looks like a worthy successor to the original. Check out the video above for Laing's full thoughts.
Though I no longer shoot Sony, I'm glad they continue to improve on their lens selection. The original 24-70G was a beast of a lens. My only real complaint with it was the weight. It made the camera front heavy and difficult to balance on my gimbal. Having the front extend while zooming further complicated things.