Sony FE 12-24mm f/4 G Lens
The Sony FE 12-24mm f/4 G Lens (SEL1224G) is a full frame ultra wide and versatile lens for the Sony E / FE mount mirrorless system cameras such as the ILCE and Alpha series. It features a constant f/4 maximum aperture and a sophisticated optical design that incorporates aspherical and low dispersion glass elements to control both spherical and chromatic aberrations for improved sharpness and clarity. A Nano AR Coating has also been applied to individual elements to reduce surface reflections, flare, and ghosting for greater contrast and colour fidelity when working in bright, backlit situations. In addition to the optical attributes, this lens also features a Direct Drive SSM (DDSSM) autofocus system, which benefits both stills and video application with its quick, quiet, and precise autofocus performance. The dust and moisture resistant design helps protect the lens when shooting in damp conditions. The Sony FE 12-24mm lens also features a dedicated focus hold button and AF/MF switch. The SEL1224G, is Sony’s widest E-mount full-frame lens to date, offering a dynamic new perspective for all Sony E-mount shooters. Minimum focus distance of 28cm, weighs 565g. Features Built in lens hood, and comes with a dedicated front lens cap.
The Sony FE 12-24mm f/4 G Lens (SEL1224G) is a full frame ultra wide and versatile lens for the Sony E / FE mount mirrorless system cameras such as the ILCE and Alpha series. It features a constant f/4 maximum aperture and a sophisticated optical design that incorporates aspherical and low dispersion glass elements to control both spherical and chromatic aberrations for improved sharpness and clarity. A Nano AR Coating has also been applied to individual elements to reduce surface reflections, flare, and ghosting for greater contrast and colour fidelity when working in bright, backlit situations. In addition to the optical attributes, this lens also features a Direct Drive SSM (DDSSM) autofocus system, which benefits both stills and video application with its quick, quiet, and precise autofocus performance. The dust and moisture resistant design helps protect the lens when shooting in damp conditions. The Sony FE 12-24mm lens also features a dedicated focus hold button and AF/MF switch. The SEL1224G, is Sony’s widest E-mount full-frame lens to date, offering a dynamic new perspective for all Sony E-mount shooters. Minimum focus distance of 28cm, weighs 565g. Features Built in lens hood, and comes with a dedicated front lens cap.
The Sony FE 12-24mm f/4 G Lens (SEL1224G) is a full frame ultra wide and versatile lens for the Sony E / FE mount mirrorless system cameras such as the ILCE and Alpha series. It features a constant f/4 maximum aperture and a sophisticated optical design that incorporates aspherical and low dispersion glass elements to control both spherical and chromatic aberrations for improved sharpness and clarity. A Nano AR Coating has also been applied to individual elements to reduce surface reflections, flare, and ghosting for greater contrast and colour fidelity when working in bright, backlit situations. In addition to the optical attributes, this lens also features a Direct Drive SSM (DDSSM) autofocus system, which benefits both stills and video application with its quick, quiet, and precise autofocus performance. The dust and moisture resistant design helps protect the lens when shooting in damp conditions. The Sony FE 12-24mm lens also features a dedicated focus hold button and AF/MF switch. The SEL1224G, is Sony’s widest E-mount full-frame lens to date, offering a dynamic new perspective for all Sony E-mount shooters. Minimum focus distance of 28cm, weighs 565g. Features Built in lens hood, and comes with a dedicated front lens cap.
The Sony FE 12-24mm f/4 G Lens (SEL1224G) is a full frame ultra wide and versatile lens for the Sony E / FE mount mirrorless system cameras such as the ILCE and Alpha series. It features a constant f/4 maximum aperture and a sophisticated optical design that incorporates aspherical and low dispersion glass elements to control both spherical and chromatic aberrations for improved sharpness and clarity. A Nano AR Coating has also been applied to individual elements to reduce surface reflections, flare, and ghosting for greater contrast and colour fidelity when working in bright, backlit situations. In addition to the optical attributes, this lens also features a Direct Drive SSM (DDSSM) autofocus system, which benefits both stills and video application with its quick, quiet, and precise autofocus performance. The dust and moisture resistant design helps protect the lens when shooting in damp conditions. The Sony FE 12-24mm lens also features a dedicated focus hold button and AF/MF switch. The SEL1224G, is Sony’s widest E-mount full-frame lens to date, offering a dynamic new perspective for all Sony E-mount shooters. Minimum focus distance of 28cm, weighs 565g. Features Built in lens hood, and comes with a dedicated front lens cap.
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The lowest price for Sony FE 12-24mm f/4 G Lens right now is $1,599.00 at Ted's Cameras, compared across 12 retailers.
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Prices last updated 9 June 2026.
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Sony FE 12-24mm f4 G Lens | Secondhand
Sony FE 12-24mm f/4 G Lens
Delivery between 16–18 June $8.95
Sony FE 12-24mm f/4 G Ultra Wide Angle Lens
Delivery between 15–18 June $21.20
Sony FE 12-24mm f/4 G Ultra Wide Angle Lens
Free delivery between 16–24 June
Sony FE 12-24mm f/4 G SEL1224G at Etoren
Delivery $43
Sony FE 12-24mm f/4 G Lens - BRAND NEW
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Sony FE 12-24mm f/4 G Lens - BRAND NEW
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Sony FE 12-24mm f/4 G Lens
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Sony FE 12-24mm F4 G Ultra Wide Zoom Lens
Delivery between 12–22 June $15
Sony FE 12-24mm F4 G Ultra Wide Zoom Lens
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originally posted on bhphotovideo.com
This lens is a wonderful surprise. First I balked at what seemed to be a high price for this type of glass. I was comparing it to my 18-55mm kit lens which was about half the price. I bought a Rokinon 12mm instead, at first, because it was less expensive and, even within its limitations, would probably do the trick. But I was mistaken. Sometimes you just have to shell out the money for what you really need. The build quality of this lens is very good - while still being lightweight. It fits my a6300 beautifully - with good balance and fit in the hand, and good looks, as well. But it's the performance that counts - and I've been very happy with what I've seen after logging in many professional hours with it on both my a6300 and on my FS5. Highlights include excellent ... MoreThis lens is a wonderful surprise. First I balked at what seemed to be a high price for this type of glass. I was comparing it to my 18-55mm kit lens which was about half the price. I bought a Rokinon 12mm instead, at first, because it was less expensive and, even within its limitations, would probably do the trick. But I was mistaken. Sometimes you just have to shell out the money for what you really need. The build quality of this lens is very good - while still being lightweight. It fits my a6300 beautifully - with good balance and fit in the hand, and good looks, as well. But it's the performance that counts - and I've been very happy with what I've seen after logging in many professional hours with it on both my a6300 and on my FS5. Highlights include excellent autofocus, a nicely weighted focus ring, when shooting in manual, and sharp, color accurate imaging throughout the range. I've used it mostly for video and it resolves quite well for 4K. Initially, I looked at this as a specialized lens, but I've been keeping it on camera more of the time now. With Sony's amazing Clear Zoom - you can push it to a field of view equivalent of about 54mm - so it winds up being a surprisingly versatile lens. I should have bought this a year ago. It does so many things so well.
originally posted on sony.co.uk
I have always lusted after a really good wide angle lens and on changing my Nikon kit recently to the Sony A7 iv, was wanting a wide angle as I am doing more landscape and with a trip to the Arctic upcoming.I tested a number of wide angle options and the 16mm, 18mm, 200mm, just did not quite do it.The 12mm at the bottom end of the range is incredible.I have regularly wanted to photograph landscape and building when I simply cannot get far enough back, this lens does it.Also for wide landscape it works well.
originally posted on lensrentals.com
I have rented from LR before and am dissappointed with my latest rental. I took a bucket list trip to Iceland for 17 days and rented a lens to capture the amazying scenery.I use a Sony A7 III and the Sony FE 12-24mm f/4 G lens was so loose when mounted, it jiggled. I was so concerned with either inadertantly disengaging the lens or it allowing particulates into my sensor, I used it extremely sparingly. I have 4 A7III bodies and tried it on all and it was still loose and unstable. I that I took less than 100 photos using it.I would like to think that this was an outlier since other lenses I rented are fine. Just really bummed out. I am returning to Iceland next May of 2023 and am not sure what I will use.This is objective feedback and if I were LRs, I would want ... MoreI have rented from LR before and am dissappointed with my latest rental. I took a bucket list trip to Iceland for 17 days and rented a lens to capture the amazying scenery.I use a Sony A7 III and the Sony FE 12-24mm f/4 G lens was so loose when mounted, it jiggled. I was so concerned with either inadertantly disengaging the lens or it allowing particulates into my sensor, I used it extremely sparingly. I have 4 A7III bodies and tried it on all and it was still loose and unstable. I that I took less than 100 photos using it.I would like to think that this was an outlier since other lenses I rented are fine. Just really bummed out. I am returning to Iceland next May of 2023 and am not sure what I will use.This is objective feedback and if I were LRs, I would want the truth.
| Lens system | |
| Closest focusing distance | 0.28 m |
| Maximum aperture number | 4 |
| Lens mount interface | Sony E |
| Number of diaphragm blades | 7 |
Sony FE 12-24mm f4 G Lens | Secondhand
Sony FE 12-24mm f/4 G Lens
Delivery between 16–18 June $8.95
Sony FE 12-24mm f/4 G Ultra Wide Angle Lens
Delivery between 15–18 June $21.20
Sony FE 12-24mm f/4 G Ultra Wide Angle Lens
Free delivery between 16–24 June
Sony FE 12-24mm f/4 G SEL1224G at Etoren
Delivery $43
This lens is a wonderful surprise. First I balked at what seemed to be a high price for this type of glass. I was comparing it to my 18-55mm kit lens which was about half the price. I bought a Rokinon 12mm instead, at first, because it was less expensive and, even within its limitations, would probably do the trick. But I was mistaken. Sometimes you just have to shell out the money for what you really need. The build quality of this lens is very good - while still being lightweight. It fits my a6300 beautifully - with good balance and fit in the hand, and good looks, as well. But it's the performance that counts - and I've been very happy with what I've seen after logging in many professional hours with it on both my a6300 and on my FS5. Highlights include excellent ... MoreThis lens is a wonderful surprise. First I balked at what seemed to be a high price for this type of glass. I was comparing it to my 18-55mm kit lens which was about half the price. I bought a Rokinon 12mm instead, at first, because it was less expensive and, even within its limitations, would probably do the trick. But I was mistaken. Sometimes you just have to shell out the money for what you really need. The build quality of this lens is very good - while still being lightweight. It fits my a6300 beautifully - with good balance and fit in the hand, and good looks, as well. But it's the performance that counts - and I've been very happy with what I've seen after logging in many professional hours with it on both my a6300 and on my FS5. Highlights include excellent autofocus, a nicely weighted focus ring, when shooting in manual, and sharp, color accurate imaging throughout the range. I've used it mostly for video and it resolves quite well for 4K. Initially, I looked at this as a specialized lens, but I've been keeping it on camera more of the time now. With Sony's amazing Clear Zoom - you can push it to a field of view equivalent of about 54mm - so it winds up being a surprisingly versatile lens. I should have bought this a year ago. It does so many things so well.
I have always lusted after a really good wide angle lens and on changing my Nikon kit recently to the Sony A7 iv, was wanting a wide angle as I am doing more landscape and with a trip to the Arctic upcoming.I tested a number of wide angle options and the 16mm, 18mm, 200mm, just did not quite do it.The 12mm at the bottom end of the range is incredible.I have regularly wanted to photograph landscape and building when I simply cannot get far enough back, this lens does it.Also for wide landscape it works well.
I have rented from LR before and am dissappointed with my latest rental. I took a bucket list trip to Iceland for 17 days and rented a lens to capture the amazying scenery.I use a Sony A7 III and the Sony FE 12-24mm f/4 G lens was so loose when mounted, it jiggled. I was so concerned with either inadertantly disengaging the lens or it allowing particulates into my sensor, I used it extremely sparingly. I have 4 A7III bodies and tried it on all and it was still loose and unstable. I that I took less than 100 photos using it.I would like to think that this was an outlier since other lenses I rented are fine. Just really bummed out. I am returning to Iceland next May of 2023 and am not sure what I will use.This is objective feedback and if I were LRs, I would want ... MoreI have rented from LR before and am dissappointed with my latest rental. I took a bucket list trip to Iceland for 17 days and rented a lens to capture the amazying scenery.I use a Sony A7 III and the Sony FE 12-24mm f/4 G lens was so loose when mounted, it jiggled. I was so concerned with either inadertantly disengaging the lens or it allowing particulates into my sensor, I used it extremely sparingly. I have 4 A7III bodies and tried it on all and it was still loose and unstable. I that I took less than 100 photos using it.I would like to think that this was an outlier since other lenses I rented are fine. Just really bummed out. I am returning to Iceland next May of 2023 and am not sure what I will use.This is objective feedback and if I were LRs, I would want the truth.
I purchased this lens with very high hopes as I wanted a wide angle zoom lens with a pretty broad range for landscape photography. I had seen in several videos that the newer lenses for today's mirrorless cameras are crazy sharp.I'll start with the positives:- Very well constructed, heavy lens- Great wide angle focal range- Very fast zoomNegatives:- No manual focus switch. It does have a focus ring but I couldn't tell that it was doing anything when I rotated it.- Images look good at 25% on screen in Photoshop and Lightroom but when zoomed in to 100% very soft focus and not much detail.I sent this lens back and opted for a 14mm f/1.8 fixed focal length for my wide angle shots. I really wanted this to be a great all-around lens but in the end, like ... MoreI purchased this lens with very high hopes as I wanted a wide angle zoom lens with a pretty broad range for landscape photography. I had seen in several videos that the newer lenses for today's mirrorless cameras are crazy sharp.I'll start with the positives:- Very well constructed, heavy lens- Great wide angle focal range- Very fast zoomNegatives:- No manual focus switch. It does have a focus ring but I couldn't tell that it was doing anything when I rotated it.- Images look good at 25% on screen in Photoshop and Lightroom but when zoomed in to 100% very soft focus and not much detail.I sent this lens back and opted for a 14mm f/1.8 fixed focal length for my wide angle shots. I really wanted this to be a great all-around lens but in the end, like the saying goes, you get what you pay for.Sony's marketing department for sure knows where to draw the dividing line and it clearly shows in image quality. If you're doing any kind of professional work and want tack sharp images you have to pony up the extra cash and get the G line of lenses with f/2.8 or better.
A wide-angle zoom lens, to me, is a specialized tool for travel photos. I purchased this 10-18mm /f4 for that purpose and I am not disappointed in it at all. It focuses quickly and accurately, having decent sharpness and contrast over the entire image, and it incorporates vibration reduction. In bright light the shutter speed will usually let me get sharp images without vibration reduction, but if I am traveling without a tripod it's good to know that I can still take shots at twilight or indoors that will be usable, I compared the images from this lens with others from my Zeiss 2,8/12mm Touit lens. The two lenses are similar only in focal length. The Zeiss is a prime lens without vibration reduction, and is a full stop faster. The Sony is a super wide zoom. ... MoreA wide-angle zoom lens, to me, is a specialized tool for travel photos. I purchased this 10-18mm /f4 for that purpose and I am not disappointed in it at all. It focuses quickly and accurately, having decent sharpness and contrast over the entire image, and it incorporates vibration reduction. In bright light the shutter speed will usually let me get sharp images without vibration reduction, but if I am traveling without a tripod it's good to know that I can still take shots at twilight or indoors that will be usable, I compared the images from this lens with others from my Zeiss 2,8/12mm Touit lens. The two lenses are similar only in focal length. The Zeiss is a prime lens without vibration reduction, and is a full stop faster. The Sony is a super wide zoom. Nonetheless, images made with the Sony compare favorably with those from the Zeiss, at least in the center of the picture. Images from the Zeiss are definitely more sharp and contrasty across the whole picture, and out of focus areas are more attractive. But the Sony is quite close in overall picture quality. For travel photos where I am shooting rapidly on the go the Sony gets my vote. For landscapes where I always have a tripod and plenty of time to get the shot just right the Zeiss is a better choice. In other words, the choice of lenses should be based on the intended purpose.
This is one of my favorite lenses for my A6500. There arent many options for a wide angle zoom for APS-C e-mount and considering the price compared to a full frame lens at twice the price this produces some terrific quality photos.Its not without its caveats though. barrel distortion is pretty obvious and vignetting can get bad on occasion. lightroom RAW corrections help but it still shows somewhat. In my opinion this is to be expected for such a wide angle. The lens is pretty sharp for what its designed for but dont expect a 100% crop to be overly usable.the design is well done, its very compact and can even be stuffed into a big enough pocket if thats your thing. all functions are smooth and precise. Auto focus works great, especially with the touch focus on the ... MoreThis is one of my favorite lenses for my A6500. There arent many options for a wide angle zoom for APS-C e-mount and considering the price compared to a full frame lens at twice the price this produces some terrific quality photos.Its not without its caveats though. barrel distortion is pretty obvious and vignetting can get bad on occasion. lightroom RAW corrections help but it still shows somewhat. In my opinion this is to be expected for such a wide angle. The lens is pretty sharp for what its designed for but dont expect a 100% crop to be overly usable.the design is well done, its very compact and can even be stuffed into a big enough pocket if thats your thing. all functions are smooth and precise. Auto focus works great, especially with the touch focus on the A6500. Expect it to hunt some in low light though.Having said all that Sony had to cut corners somewhere to meet the price point and considering the inherent issues that come with wide angle zoom I dont really hold any of the listed issues against it.I think this is a terrific lens and Ive gotten some of my best shots with it.My only real complaint is not about the lens itself, the lens cap is junk. Its so low profile with no real grip to speak of that I find myself dropping or almost dropping it a lot. I much prefer Sigmas lens caps that are squared off and raised with texture for added grip.
After using this 10-18 mm lens for about half a year now, this one is a winner! My photos mainly record travel and events with kids, not attempts at serious art photography for display. Before getting this lens, I mostly shot from mild wide to mild telephoto, and was generally satisfied with that range. After purchasing this very wide zoom though, new possibilities opened up. Now It's easy to capture groups indoors without crowding them, or running out of space. Think birthday/holiday parties, etc. This lens is plenty fast enough to work with ambient light, especially considering the excellent image stabilization and the higher ISO settings that most cameras offer these days. If you need to use flash, put a real one on the hot shoe of your camera, otherwise you'll ... MoreAfter using this 10-18 mm lens for about half a year now, this one is a winner! My photos mainly record travel and events with kids, not attempts at serious art photography for display. Before getting this lens, I mostly shot from mild wide to mild telephoto, and was generally satisfied with that range. After purchasing this very wide zoom though, new possibilities opened up. Now It's easy to capture groups indoors without crowding them, or running out of space. Think birthday/holiday parties, etc. This lens is plenty fast enough to work with ambient light, especially considering the excellent image stabilization and the higher ISO settings that most cameras offer these days. If you need to use flash, put a real one on the hot shoe of your camera, otherwise you'll see the shadow of the lens if you just use the pop-up flash. No rating star ding for that design necessity. Outdoors, it's now possible to capture breathtaking expanses of scenery that you can only get with a really wide angle. The attached photo was taken at 4:20 PM, shooting into the afternoon sun, and taken at 10 mm focal length. Photo is straight off my a6000 camera, no processing or editing at all. For nearly any event or outing, I can cover pretty much any photo I want to take between this and Sony's 18-105mm power zoom lens. For my purposes, it's sharp, focuses quickly and well, and colors are deep and true. All in all, this Sony 10-18 super-wide has been a very nice surprise, finding its way onto the camera much more frequently than expected!
Im a nikon full frame guy, so to me switching to sony crop is a bit awkward, but Im doing this only for video capabilities of a6500 and the features it gives you with its native optics. From that perspective the setup is pretty good, despite the rolling shutter in 4k and the horrible pixel binning in FHD (shame on you Sony!), the video is quite good, AF on this lens is fast, responsive and precise, OSS is also amazing. The lens (with the camera) is very light (about 700 gm), the material feels premium and the design looks modern and trendy. So the video you get from this camera if quite good.Things get ugly when you switch to photo. With a little deeper study you start to see that the lens is not sharp at all, lacking resolution on the edges and giving a lot of ... MoreIm a nikon full frame guy, so to me switching to sony crop is a bit awkward, but Im doing this only for video capabilities of a6500 and the features it gives you with its native optics. From that perspective the setup is pretty good, despite the rolling shutter in 4k and the horrible pixel binning in FHD (shame on you Sony!), the video is quite good, AF on this lens is fast, responsive and precise, OSS is also amazing. The lens (with the camera) is very light (about 700 gm), the material feels premium and the design looks modern and trendy. So the video you get from this camera if quite good.Things get ugly when you switch to photo. With a little deeper study you start to see that the lens is not sharp at all, lacking resolution on the edges and giving a lot of chromatic aberrations. There is a small amount of pincushion distortion at any focal length, which is acceptable (even for video). At f4 the lens is quite dark, which becomes apparent when you see how much grain you get on a cropped sensor.The price... Its too high for the specs you get and china assembly. Dont get me wrong, but Sony prices this lens as pro level, but it hardly can produce pro level image.Overall, its a good product, which is in conjunction with aps-c sensor is full of compromises. If its photography youre buying it for, think twice. For video, depending on the genre, this might be a good option.
I've been using this lens for the past 7 years with the A6000 and A6400. This is a fantastically small and lightweight lens that you can carry anywhere but at the cost of soft edges and poor performance for certain kinds of nighttime shooting, such as astrophotography. About 15-20% of each side is stretched out/distorted and soft, and you'll often have to stop down to f8+ to get them acceptable. The center is good, but nowhere near premium lenses. Get this lens if you truly need the smaller size and lighter weight, otherwise there are much better lenses with the choices available today.I had been shooting with Canon gear for about 12 years and I had a full frame Canon kit with all heavy f2.8 lenses & primes. The Canon however was a burden to carry when hiking an ... MoreI've been using this lens for the past 7 years with the A6000 and A6400. This is a fantastically small and lightweight lens that you can carry anywhere but at the cost of soft edges and poor performance for certain kinds of nighttime shooting, such as astrophotography. About 15-20% of each side is stretched out/distorted and soft, and you'll often have to stop down to f8+ to get them acceptable. The center is good, but nowhere near premium lenses. Get this lens if you truly need the smaller size and lighter weight, otherwise there are much better lenses with the choices available today.I had been shooting with Canon gear for about 12 years and I had a full frame Canon kit with all heavy f2.8 lenses & primes. The Canon however was a burden to carry when hiking an average of 10-14 miles with a typical elevation gain of about 4000ft, or when being active/going out with the girlfriend. So I bought the A6000 with this lens and the 18-105. Being able to carry the small Sony with me everywhere with a range of 10-105mm means I have grabbed far more shots than I would have with just the Canon. I sold most of my Canon gear, but in the last 2 years I've been migrating back to more capable lenses such as the Tokina 11-20 f2.8 (which blows the Sony 10-18 away) and Canon 70-200 f2.8 IS + MC11 adapter whenever I can get away with heavier, bulkier gear. I just get better results with them and more shooting capability. I'll still keep the Sony 10-18 but reserve it's use for hiking, kayaking, and going out with the gf.
The FE 12-24mm f/4 G replaced my beloved EF 14mm f/2.8L II. I started my move from Canon to Sony in August 2017. Even though my 14mm functioned very well on my Sony bodies, the adapter that I used didn't allow eye-detection and a few other focus modes that the G and GM Sony lenses can provide.I had tried out an EF 11-24mm f/4L, but went with the 14mm, because the zoom was incredibly bulky. One of my rules is, "if I can't carry it, I'm not buying it." I'm typically out with a 500/f4, 100-400mm, 24-70/f2.8 and now, the FE 12-24mm G. The 12-24mm is slightly larger than my prior 14mm, but not so much that it won't fit in a light bag. I carry the 500/f4, typically, on an a7RIII body and the 100-400mm on an a9. I've got a small sling-bag that carries the 12-24mm, ... MoreThe FE 12-24mm f/4 G replaced my beloved EF 14mm f/2.8L II. I started my move from Canon to Sony in August 2017. Even though my 14mm functioned very well on my Sony bodies, the adapter that I used didn't allow eye-detection and a few other focus modes that the G and GM Sony lenses can provide.I had tried out an EF 11-24mm f/4L, but went with the 14mm, because the zoom was incredibly bulky. One of my rules is, "if I can't carry it, I'm not buying it." I'm typically out with a 500/f4, 100-400mm, 24-70/f2.8 and now, the FE 12-24mm G. The 12-24mm is slightly larger than my prior 14mm, but not so much that it won't fit in a light bag. I carry the 500/f4, typically, on an a7RIII body and the 100-400mm on an a9. I've got a small sling-bag that carries the 12-24mm, 24-70mm and two teleconverters. I'm prepared for almost anything with this rig.With expensive ultra-wide lenses, you hope that geometric distortion is minimal. I've found that my 12-24m competes with my much more expensive 14mm. Very little correction is required in RAW conversion, similar in performance to my much revered 14mm. I feel like I made no sacrifice by going with a zoom.In general, using ultra-wides, I find myself at one end or the other of the focal-length range. I find corners equally sharp at both 12mm and 24mm.Build quality seems high. All my other Sony lenses are G Master, which have more metal than this lens, but this lens seems very solid and well made.
| Lens system | |
| Closest focusing distance | 0.28 m |
| Maximum aperture number | 4 |
| Lens mount interface | Sony E |
| Number of diaphragm blades | 7 |
