SONY FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II for E-mount SEL2470GM2 Full-Frame Standard Zoom Lens

The World's Lightest F2.8 Standard Zoom Masterpiece

The SONY FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II (SEL2470GM2) redefines the limits of full-frame standard zoom lenses. As a second-generation G Master masterpiece, it is approximately 20% lighter than its predecessor (weighing just 695g), making it the world's lightest F2.8 standard zoom lens in its class. With breathtaking optical resolution and blazing-fast autofocus, it delivers unprecedented mobility and uncompromising image quality for portraits, weddings, landscapes, and professional VLOG production.

Key Features
World's Lightest in its Class: Weighing only about 695g, it heavily reduces fatigue during prolonged handheld shooting and offers excellent balance for gimbal setups.
Premium G Master Optics: Engineered with a complex 20-element, 15-group design featuring 2 XA (extreme aspherical) elements, ensuring striking edge-to-edge sharpness alongside beautiful bokeh.
Fast, Precise, and Quiet AF: Driven by four high-thrust XD Linear Motors, it delivers rapid and tenacious autofocus tracking that keeps up with high-speed continuous shooting and fast-moving subjects.
Excellent Close-Up Capability: Features a remarkably short minimum focus distance of just 0.21m (Wide) to 0.30m (Telephoto), with a maximum magnification of 0.32x for striking close-up shots.
Optimized for Videography: Designed to heavily minimize focus breathing during zooming and is fully compatible with the breathing compensation function in supported Alpha cameras.
Dust and Moisture Resistant: Features a reliable weather-sealed design, along with a fluorine coating on the front element to repel water, oil, and fingerprints.

Product Details

• Lens Mount: Sony E-mount (35mm Full-Frame)
• Focal Length: 24-70mm
• Maximum Aperture: F2.8
• Minimum Aperture: F22
• Lens Construction: 20 elements in 15 groups
• Aperture Blades: 11 (Circular aperture)
• Minimum Focus Distance: 0.21m (Wide) - 0.30m (Telephoto)
• Maximum Magnification: 0.32x
• Filter Diameter: 82mm
• Dimensions: Approx. 87.8 x 119.9 mm
• Weight: Approx. 695g
• Origin: Made in Thailand (Please refer to the actual product packaging for the latest origin information)
• Included Accessories: Lens hood (ALC-SH168), front cap (ALC-F82S), rear cap (ALC-R1EM), soft case, case strap
• Photo Samples: https://www.sony.jp/ichigan/products/SEL2470GM2/photo-sample.html

FAQ
Q: Is this lens suitable for APS-C cameras?
A: Yes. When mounted on an APS-C sensor camera body, it provides a 35mm-equivalent focal length range of 36-105mm, functioning as an exceptionally fast, high-quality standard-to-telephoto zoom lens.

Q: What are the main upgrades from the first-generation SEL2470GM?
A: The Mark II version is approximately 20% lighter (about 695g) and more compact. It features significantly faster AF tracking, improves the minimum focus distance to 0.21m, heavily minimizes focus breathing for video, and delivers better edge-to-edge optical resolution.

Q: Does this lens have built-in optical image stabilization (OSS)?
A: No, this lens does not feature built-in OSS. Shake compensation relies entirely on the In-Body Image Stabilization (IBIS) of your camera, and it is fully compatible with Sony's Dynamic Active Mode.

Notes
While the lens features a dust and moisture-resistant design, it does not guarantee 100% protection against the elements. Please handle with care in harsh environments and keep the front element clean for optimal image quality.