Sony has just officially announced the new Sony FE 24-50mm f/2.8 G Lens. It is a versatile mid-range zoom lens built for everyday mobility Bringing a bright, wide maximum aperture to an easy-to-carry form factor. Coming in at just 440 grams (just under 1 pound), this lens covers the most popular focal lengths for everyday shooting in a chassis 92mm (3.6″) long.
Sony FE 24-50mm F2.8 G lens costs $1,098, first available for pre-order at B&H and Adorama.
Sony FE 24-50mm f/2.8 G Lens Specs
- Focal Length: 24 to 50mm
- Maximum Aperture: f/2.8
- Minimum Aperture: f/22
- Lens Mount: Sony E
- Lens Format Coverage: Full-Frame
- Angle of View: 84° to 47°
- Minimum Focus Distance: 7.1″ / 18 cm
- Maximum Magnification: 0.33x
- Optical Design: 16 Elements in 13 Groups
- Diaphragm Blades: 11
- Focus Type: Autofocus
- Image Stabilization: No
- Filter Size: 67 mm (Front)
- Dimensions (ø x L): 2.9 x 3.6″ / 74.8 x 92.3 mm
- Weight: 1 lb / 440 g
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Sony claims that they’ve made no compromises with the lens. It has an 11-blade circular aperture, uses ED and aspherical elements, and has twin linear motors for responsive and quiet focusing. Sony says that the lens can keep up with the 120 fps burst mode of its flagship a9 III.
The lens has focus, zoom, and aperture rings; the latter can be “de-clicked” for video shooting. There’s also a focus hold button, whose function can be customized. The lens is dust and moisture-resistant (but not 100%, Sony points out), and the front element has a fluorine coating to fight off water and oil.
Pricing and Availability
The new FE 24-50mm F2.8 G will begin shipping in May 2024 for approximately $1,099.99 USD. Pre-orders live at B&H , Adorama.