Sony FE 12-24mm f/2.8 GM Lens ePHOTOzine Review: Unique Range & Speed, Superb Performance

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John Riley at ePHOTOzine published the Sony FE 12-24mm f/2.8 GM Lens review saying that “An exciting, versatile lens of the highest quality, even considering the very high cost it has to be ‘Highly Recommended’. (tested on Sony a7 IV).

$100 off on Sony FE 12-24mm f/2.8 GM Lens: $2,899 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

Sony a7 IV body: $2,498 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

Sony FE 12-24mm F/2.8 GM Pros

  • Superb sharpness
  • Low CA
  • Low distortion
  • Low flare
  • Modest vignetting
  • Fast, accurate and quiet AF
  • Smooth bokeh
  • Dust and moisture sealing

Sony FE 12-24mm F/2.8 GM Cons

  • High cost
  • Size and weight

From ePHOTOzine Verdict:

The lens performs impeccably at a very high level indeed. The extra stop of speed over the f/4 version does come at a hefty premium in cost, but if we need it then there is nothing else quite like it. That will no doubt be the deciding factor, as it is not at a price level that would attract a casual purchaser, but it will not deter anyone who uses this for a more specific purpose. For example, it might suit the travel photographer looking for the ultimate in quality. The versatility is certainly there, with that ultra-wide 12mm to the reportage 24mm, all at f/2.8 and all in the one lens. When we start to consider how many lenses it might replace, then the VFM equation could start to shift more in its favour.

An exciting, versatile lens of the highest quality, even considering the very high cost it has to be ‘Highly Recommended’.

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