Sony 24-50mm f/2.8 G - Best New Zoom Lens for the Sony a7CII & a7CR?

[@cammackey]

I love how well this one’s pairs up with the A7C line. Kinda stays out of the way and lets you document your process

[@DylanBlackburn]

Agreed. Lenses like this that complement the A7C so well are always appreciated!

[@cabellofatto]

You know you've made it not when Sony's sending you lenses, but when Cam's commenting on your vids.

[@cammackey]

@@cabellofatto haha! Bro Dylan is wayyyy cooler than me. Talented AF.

[@cabellofatto]

@@cammackey you’re two of my favs.

[@jg_jgjg]

Dylan, you are THE premier A7C guy, love it!

[@DylanBlackburn]

Thank you :’)

[@JamieBloomquist]

I really appreciate that you zoom in on each of your stills after showing the full image. Thank you 🙏

[@KaanSenel]

Congratz on having the lens sent out to you! Dope vid bro, loved the vibes, super interesting lens! I got the 24-70 GMII as my main workhorse lens and even tho it's probably a bit heavier, it's still surprisingly light for such a versatile lens. Other than that, the 24 & 35mm f2.8 primes are my street photo lenses!

[@DylanBlackburn]

Thanks for watching dude! It’s hard to knock the 24-70 GMII because it’s such a perfect lens.

[@NICOSAY]

So happy for you Sony sent you this early ! What a milestone :D

[@DylanBlackburn]

Thank you!!

[@theibecks]

That bus should be a Pixar character! I’m waiting for my A7C II to arrive and have been binge-watching your content in the meantime.This is definitely an interesting option. I’m used to 24-70 but I can’t think of many scenarios where the 50-70 range was really essential for me. Thanks for the review and congrats on ‘making it’ 😂👍🏻

[@DylanBlackburn]

That bus was so sick! Surprised I’ve never come across it before. Agreed completely. Might as well just put the camera in APSC mode if you really want 70mm 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@AdamAllen]

This would be a must buy for me if I had the A7C. Love that they made this.

[@DylanBlackburn]

It definitely feels like they made this lens with the A7C in mind.

[@samuel_d]

I’ve been digging short zooms starting at 24 mm since the Panasonic LX3 of 2008 (24-60 mm). People don’t realise how useful they are. This new lens looks great. The f/2.8 speed accentuates the full-frame look. It’s not gonna look like an iPhone snap. For me personally, I think I might like an f/4 24-50 mm even better, because that could be properly small - maybe 300 grams or something. But then you’d def need a fast prime in the bag. This f/2.8 zoom can really replace primes in many cases. Sony is killing it with the lenses though. The old optical giants like Nikon and Canon just aren’t hitting the same notes.

[@shearcreatif]

sold on the reverse zoom ..... what am i going to do with my 24 -70 gmii?

[@harrisedgar]

Do you have a base plate/grip on the camera?

[@DylanBlackburn]

I do! It’s the Smallrig silver baseplate. Link over on my A7CR Accessories video!

[@TCinSoCal]

Went to pre-order and it says May. May.

[@ImpressiveTony]

I'd be really curious to hear your thoughts on the Tamron 20-40, especially as compared to this one. :)

[@joost3732]

The 2.8 is nice, but range is a bit limited. Very happy with the 20-70 f4, few millimeters longer than this but nice to go so wide on a standard zoom

[@rickbiessman6084]

And that’s how different a photographer’s needs can be. To me, f/4 is just a bewildering concept and I’d opt for a wider aperture over zoom range any day of the week. But I’m glad manufacturers make such different lenses so that there’s something for pretty much everybody!

[@Cam-pe3nd]

ok but what are you shooting that b roll with tho

[@gpdoyon]

You’ve expressed my thoughts perfectly! I’ve already preordered this lens to pair with my Sony A7 iv.

[@photographerimages]

You are a great speaker. For NYC street travel on A7cii or A7CR would you use either that and 85 1.8 or would you take Sony 24mm f/2.8 G, 40mm f/2.5 G or 35 2.8 with 85 1.8 with you, for street do you prefer ligher/smaller on camera or to switch lenses? Also would you wait for the A7V instead because the A7Cii sensor is a 2021 sensor left over from the A7IV?

[@stevenwaldstein2249]

Thank you for the video. While I have many lenses including the 24-70/2.8 GM II that I think is better for events I’m attracted to this for my Compact “C” bodies. Currently trying the small G primes but this now covers 24, 28, 35, and 50mm focal lengths. And as Mark Galers video shows it’s actually lighter than those three primes in the bag. I think I will consider getting one.

[@DylanBlackburn]

Thanks for watching!

[@PhotoTrekr]

At first I thought, who is this lens for? Well, as it turns out, me. I plan to use it in a travel kit along with the 16-25 G, 70-200 G II, A7CR, and A7CII.

[@chosenideahandle]

Congrats for your entry into the rarified air of Sony prereleases!

[@DylanBlackburn]

Thanks! It feels great!!

[@edwardlee4029]

I just bought a A7CR and I mainly take travel and street photos. At the moment, I am using my old APSC Sony 16-55 2.8 in APSC mode and I wish to buy some full frame lenses. I am interested in this lens and the new Sony 16-25 2.8. It will be a nice travel photography combo. I have tried them both in Sony showroom and I like them both. Then, an idea suddenly come up in my mind, i.e. if I get the 16-35 2.8 GMII instead, then the only focal range difference between the GMII and the two G lenses is 35-50mm. I can use APSC mode or the clear image zoom function on the GMII to reach the 50mm. That will cover the entire16-50mm range provided by these two G lenses. If I need to take portrait photo, I can add a 50mm 1.4(use APSC mode or the clear image zoom can achieve a 85mm 1.8) lens or a 85 1.8 to my combo and I can have a true potrait lens instead of using the long end of the 24-50 2.8. Wouldn't it be more flexible and useful than the two G lenses combo?

[@pascalkrzeminski7341]

What brand and model of titan grip do you use ? Thanks

[@petripuurunen]

Did you get the lens eventually ? If yes, consider creating long term-review !

[@DylanBlackburn]

I did not. Still maybe one day though. Haven’t used it since I made this video

[@almazan23able]

For Sony alpha 7c?

[@chrissy9865]

Really struggling to decide between this and the 20-70 f4 for travel

[@DylanBlackburn]

Haven’t used the 20-70 f4 so it’s hard for me to say. If you think the extra 4mm on wide end would be useful often then that may be the better choice for you!

[@rogerdodger689]

Same here…..

[@KevinG-159]

just purchased the A7C II and bought the 24G with it. I also have a 35mm 1.8 Rokinon. This lens is very tempting however I'd have to sell the first 2 lenses I purchased... Either way, well done on this video. Thanks!

[@4sapphireb]

I’m was thinking about the Tamron 20-40 but this looks lighter.

[@howardhdavidson]

Do you shoot a ton of portraits.

[@DylanBlackburn]

I used to only shoot portraits, not so much anymore

[@synesthesiafilms]

Great review. That M3 needs some love, great find! What music do you use?

[@Sonic-Boom]

This and the Sony 20 mm 1.8 would be my choice with the A7Cr. Great vid!

[@jkb462]

Look like you got decent results with this lens, but personally I'd opt for the sigma 28-70 in place of this (for the A7C)

[@abdulrahmanazmi7042]

One question. Does this lens sharp at 24mm f2.8 and 35mm f2.8 compare to compact lens 24mm f2.8 G and 35mm f2.8 Zeiss?

[@DylanBlackburn]

Just as sharp as the 24mm G and definitely sharper than the 35mm 2.8 Zeiss!

[@madelinehayley5791]

I loved this lens 10/10

[@DylanBlackburn]

Can we buy one

[@homanyam]

Nice Video, just one question. Would you consider Sigma 28-70mm F2.8 over this?

[@DylanBlackburn]

I mention later in the video that I think this lens is the better option. I own the Sigma 28-70 but the extra 4mm on the wide end is more valuable than the 20mm on the other lens

[@guihehans]

hi Dylan,how about the 2070g？It got wider 20mm, and it’s also very compact and lightweight.

[@DylanBlackburn]

@@guihehans I may or not have purchased the 20-70 f4 today… stay tuned for future videos!

[@guihehans]

@@DylanBlackburn ok great this may be your next video topic😀 hope to see it soon! Nice videos!

[@applehelpproductions]

I have the a7C II and it is soo hard to choose between this and the upcoming Sigma 24-70 Art II. I mean, logically this 24-50 is probably the better option because of the size and weight on the C II but they are the same price where I live and it is soo tempting to go for the Sigma. I will probably be using the wide-end more than the tele end and the thing is, with the 24-50 being fully extended at 24mm, it is basically the same size as the Sigma.

[@bobsykes]

Hey, that’s awesome Sony is lending you early review samples now! I enjoy your style of shooting so your videos are interesting to me.

[@DylanBlackburn]

It’s so exciting! Thanks for watching!

[@bobsykes]

@@DylanBlackburn You made a really good point about this as a second lens to one of Sony’s 35mm primes. 35mm is my everyday carry lens, so that idea really makes sense for me as well.

[@DylanBlackburn]

I never thought I would be so excited to buy a zoom lens but it just makes sense!

[@Cinq1]

this kit looks pretty good. Great video. I was wondering, when you are shooting, do you see the focal you are using in the viewfinder or rear screen? Or only on the lens? Thank you

[@DylanBlackburn]

Only on the lens!

[@Vantrakter]

Nice review that focuses on what you find important rather than test charts. I don't know how LR works as I've never tried it but Darktable can either use an existing user-created correction profile (lensfun) or use the profile built into the raw image. I'm guessing either that LR can't or that pre-production lenses don't supply a built-in correction profile.

[@tsizzle]

This or the Tamron 20-40mm f2.8? I guess if one was more into nature landscapes, probably that one or the Sony 20-70mm f/4 G might be slightly better. On a different note, are you going to get the Fujifilm X100VI??? That camera seems like it might be your cup of tea.

[@TaylorTeets]

Since I have both the 24 and 50 G lenses, I don't think I would buy this lens, however if I was starting out it would be a good first lens,.

[@DylanBlackburn]

Understandable! I have both yet find this lens wildly convenient. Having it would allow me to permanently allocate my 24 G to my OG A7C for everyday carry.

[@stefanusadrian8398]

How is af and sharpness compared to mini primes like fe 40/50mm f2.5 and fe 24mm f2.8? Two of them will give same price with this lens and smaller form factor

[@DylanBlackburn]

Basically the same. It’s not really necessary to go over details like sharpness and autofocus anymore. Especially for Sony cameras/lenses, you know what to expect. You know it will be good, if not the best out there.

[@stefanusadrian8398]

@@DylanBlackburn do you prefer using 2 small prime or this lens?

[@DylanBlackburn]

@@stefanusadrian8398 I’ll take small primes over a zoom lens any day!

[@stefanusadrian8398]

@@DylanBlackburn with fuji x100vi on the hype, would you consider switch sony to it?

[@DylanBlackburn]

@@stefanusadrian8398 the X100VI doesn’t really interest me at all. Maybe if it was the Xpro 4 but I still wouldn’t fully switch over

[@PlayingOnThePiano]

What about the sony 20-70 f/4?

[@DylanBlackburn]

Personally haven’t used it before

[@PlayingOnThePiano]

@@DylanBlackburn should do a video on it if sony is kind enough to sent it to you!

[@rasyadhiarrachman5209]

Yes, yes!! This is what im looking for my a7cii

[@KeyboardG23]

Great channel bro, excellent commentary.

[@SPDTDL]

Would have ordered if it was internal zoom. Don’t like external dust suckers, especially with the R series, dust shows up so easily. Also Toners copy had internal fogging in his review. It’s a pass for me.

[@DavidArmelino]

Great video. Love the info, cinematopgraphy of it, and the color grading. Gained a subscriber!

[@kentsinclair]

I have a 20-70F4 G and don't think I would bother considering this new lens on my A7cii.

[@DylanBlackburn]

Definitely not necessary since you already have that lens but a great alternative if you have neither!

[@leonugen]

Dylan, thanks for the excellent review. I'm traveling to Switzerland and France and would like to bring 1 or 2 lenses max for my A7C. What zoom lens would you recommend for this setup? I'm evaluating Sigma 28-70, Sigma 28-200, this Sony 24-50 (would love the extra 20mm) or the Sony 24-70 GM II (this may be too heavy and clunky?) and bring 1 prime lens I have, either 20/1.8 or 80/1.8. Would love to hear suggestions from the sub here.

[@shX.ebuTuoY]

Congrats on getting this send to you! It definitely is an interesting lens and focal length, as I usually shoot 50mm and sometimes use 24mm when doing nature photography. So I can relate to you with finding this interesting, even when I’m also usually not a zoomlens guy 😂. By the way, if people want something a bit wider, they can also have a look at the 20-40mm F/2.8 from Tamron. Greetings from a Dutch, cap wearing, fellow A7C fan haha

[@DylanBlackburn]

It definitely feels like this lens was meant to compete with the Tamron 20-40. Personally haven’t used it before but I would still choose this lens over it for most scenarios. Thanks for watching!!

[@mixed.vegetablez]

Another great video!

[@DylanBlackburn]

Thanks for watching!!

[@bobrivesphotography8863]

The zoom range is perfect, but the distortion is unacceptable-- I’ve tried 2 copies of this lens, the corners are way soft, especially with the lens correction software. I have the 20-70 f4, it’s nothing like this. This isn’t a good lens at all if you shoot landscapes and need corner-to- corner sharpness. Unfortunately.

[@Jonathantuba]

I think this 24-50 lens may be ideal to go with a 70-200 lens - 20mm gap is no problem

[@DylanBlackburn]

Agreed! No need for the 24-70 if you have a 70-200 to go with it!

[@sentisenti3229]

Very big and distracting huh, i am confused why all the markerters and influencers said it is compact and very fit for a7c body...

[@DylanBlackburn]

If this lens is too big and distracting for you, then it’s clear you need to stick to primes. Which I prefer to do as well

[@neskaSkull]

I use the sony 24-105 with my 7cr You should try it Great video

[@DylanBlackburn]

I use the 24-105 to film most of my videos!

[@ItsMeHammie]

I'll stick to my compact primes, but this lens definitely had me looking

[@DylanBlackburn]

In hindsight I’ll be sticking with my primes as well

[@rickbiessman6084]

How do you guys feel about a 35-50 f/2? Would anyone be interested in something like that? Because I think I would if it’s small enough.

[@demojoys]

Waiiiiiit reverse focal length ? I would not be used to that either hahaha. Dope video

[@CelestialWonders28]

good content bro! I was able to pre-order the new 24-50mm lens and I am returning my 40mm G compact lens for this one! Also, I will be putting up my 24-70mm GM lens after getting the new 24-50mm. Any ideas as to if 35mm GM or 85mm GM hmmm.

[@chriswittstruck282]

Cool vid thanks! Subbed.

[@rickbiessman6084]

I’m a bit of a prime snob, so super biased. I haven’t even owned a zoom lens in a long time. But I have the suspicion I’d enjoy using a compact zoom with a decent aperture. I’m just not wowed by f/2.8 on the wide end - I either use something much wider or stop down to f/4 or more; don’t have much use for the look that 2.8. gives you. Also... aaaagh, it’s just a little bigger than I’d like. Sure, it’s small. It’s probably as small as Sony could get away with. But simply in terms of handling and feel I’d probably prefer a prime over this zoom, even though obviously only a zoom is truly flexible and limitation isn’t always what you need for being creative. I’ve become so extreme when it comes to lens size that I got the Sony Zeiss 35mm f/2.8 even though I explained why the aperture doesn’t seem all that useful to me. But the size makes it fit in the pocket of a jacket and to me, that’s what the A7C is all about in the first place. I love it so much for that!

[@Tonellacam]

idont understand why every KZbinr puts this lens specifically with Sony A7CII & A7CR? , is not not a good lens for other cameras ? is sony pus=hing you guys to also mention these cameras ? what's up ? I have an fx3 but not one of you mention it would be a great lens for that camera

[@DylanBlackburn]

Well if you take a moment to look at my channel you’ll see most of my videos are centered around the A7C line of cameras so that’s why I did. As for everyone else’s reason, I can’t speak for them. Sony does not tell us what to say nor have any control over what we say. I only shoot with the A7C cameras for Photography so that’s the perspective I try to bring to the table. I’m not apart of a secret discord where we all decided this lens is only good for the A7CII & A7CR. I also have an FX3 and I admit this lens would be quite fantastic on it. Quite similar focal range to the iconic Sigma 18-35, but I’m a photographer, not videographer so I didn’t care to bring it up.

[@Tonellacam]

@@DylanBlackburn thanks I appreciate the response , I just watched 6 vids in a row that all did pretty much talked about this lens and these specific cameras , yours is just the one I commented on , I wasn’t aware that you center your channel around A7C series so I apologize , I know the other channels for a fact don’t so was kind of dumbfounded why this was a recurring thing pairing this lens with the A7C series , cheers

[@solidstream13]

You must feel very safe taking pics in your city. I would never take pics like this in Oakland. People would get seriously upset about why your taking pics of their vehicles etc and you are very likely to get robbed of your gear.

[@4sapphireb]

Taking street pictures in San Francisco used to be a favorite vacation choice. No more.

[@robinlarabi]

Congrats, well deserved 👏

[@cryptobyt2403]

This lens best for street.

[@tomaszhk]

Not bad, but thx not for that price without IS.

[@Maxhuertas]

It should have been 20-50mm

[@DylanBlackburn]

Definitely would’ve been nice but would have had to compromise on size which would’ve made it a no go on the A7C for me

[@Maxhuertas]

@@DylanBlackburn true but worth it I think

[@StewartOlson-d7i]

@@DylanBlackburnno one seems to mention “clear image zoom” to get more reach from any lens with the a7cll or r. It Works great,

[@WhiteChaple]

I bought it for $1,100

[@NathanHassani-kr4bh]

Anther stupid focal length.. Can never understand the logic.. 24-50 nowhere near wide enough for ultra wide landscapes.... But 50mm just about enough reach for portraiture... 16-25mm... Should have been 16-50mm..take my money, and a 12-24, mini GM, would have made much more sense, but then again, its sony..

[@DylanBlackburn]

There’s already a 12-24 f4 G lens ;)

[@NathanHassani-kr4bh]

​@@DylanBlackburn 8-24 then...look at all sonys lens lineup for their apsc cameras, all good zooms in good and useful focal lengths, I just bought an a7cii, ( my fault for not doing enough research, and my first full frame camera.. Coming from apsc, im pissed that I can't even find an equivalent like a 16-50, or even a 16-40 would be great, I'm forced to buy a second lens, but again my fault.

[@mamumonkan]

looks like America has died