This f/2.8 Zoom Lens is Smaller Than Most Primes | Sony 24-50mm f/2.8G Review

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[@ElReySupr3me]

Man that focal length range is perfect for my photography. I really like how small it is, and its weight. If only it had OSS then it would be perfect.

[@aawonnewton]

20-50mm would’ve made this perfect. You could vlog on the wide end and shoot portraits on tight end. Would 100% get this over a 24-70mm though.

[@dubenick]

But so so so so so so many people say they bought the 24MM GM for flogging and headshots

[@Riskbreaker2009]

Agree

[@Riskbreaker2009]

Even making the 16-35GMII Irrelevant for most

[@Amcacs5654]

But now it pairs with the 16-25

[@NathanHassani-kr4bh]

Another stupid focal length... Just make a 16-50, 18-50...theres literally not a single zoom available in that range for full frame.. Only for apsc.

[@zimbabwe0]

This lens is everything I've ever wanted from a Zoom, compact, large aperture, and covers the normal focal lengths (I don't need 50-70mm as that doesn't really match how I see the world). Thank you Sony! Hopefully other companies follow suit

[@TaylorTeets]

I'm glad to see you address the 24mm on the zoomed end. That makes the lens considerable bigger if you shoot mostly on the wide side, especially if you compare this to using the 24mm and 50mm compact G lenses!

[@SilatShooter]

Agreed, I like the convenience of a zoom, but the compact primes G 24, 40, 50mm cover this range and maintain the compact size. Be curious to see how this lens compares optically to the compact G primes trio.

[@rafabalaguergarcia690]

IMO this 24-50 and a 50mm 1.4 is the absolute perfect combo for small weddings. So thank you Sony.

[@johansphoto]

The Tamron 20-40 would be a better combo.

[@gpdoyon]

This lens hits all the sweet spots for me so I ordered one. This lens will probably stay on my camper most of the time.

[@GuitarRJP]

@@johansphoto I had the Tamron 20-40mm f2.8 - autofocus wasn't always 100%, though the price was great!

[@GuitarRJP]

I have the Sony 50mm f1.4 GM and have this lens on order. I think it will work for travel as a lightweight setup.

[@lichtstarke]

Bold experiment and good direction they're heading. Wish SONY could refresh/upgrade their 24/40/50 G lenses to pair with the A7CR/A7CII.

[@benjhaisch]

What would you want updated on those? They’re already wildly small

[@thehotdoglover]

@@benjhaisch Yeah those were specifically made for the a7c. I wonder if they meant to refer to upgrading the f1.8/f2 lenses with G versions. That would be cool.

[@lichtstarke]

f/2 while keeping the size would be nice 😂@@benjhaisch

[@stevenwaldstein2249]

@@lichtstarkeAgreed that f/2 would be nice. Currently trying the larger and heavier Sigma I-Series 24/2, 35/2, 50/2, and 65/2 but there is no 40/2 in that series.

[@patrickjclarke]

"Small for what it is" is the perfect description. The perfect version of this would be f/2.5 and at 24mm the footprint of any of the f/2.5 G Master Primes. Then it's a great argument for choosing it over the three 2.5 primes. All that being said, when I first saw it on the A7C I was like...gross, another big honking lens for E-mount. Please Sony, let's make some SonyCron's (28, 35, 50) at f/2 that are right-sized for the A7C to be an amazing travel, street, and reportage camera system, and give Leica and Fuji a run for the money in that area since Sony AF is just bonkers better than anyone elses.

[@Kevon420]

I wish they would make the a7C series sliiiightly taller to fit in a much better EVF, basically the same one you find the the Leica Q3. I do love those f2.5 G lenses, more of those would be cool. I do wish Sony would do a new version of their old 28mm f2 lens.

[@ChristophrChan]

2 uploads 2 days in a row?! We’ve been blessed 🙌🏼 Any update on a review video for the Voigtlander 28mm f1.5?

[@benjhaisch]

It’s hopefully incoming along with the thypoch 28/1.4 :)

[@benjhaisch]

And yes, it’s been… busy haha

[@ChristophrChan]

@@benjhaisch sweet! can’t wait for all the content, and keep up the amazing work Benj :)

[@chengo51]

It is more logical to start with the "normal" focal lenght of 50mm instead of wide angle. And the big thing here for me is the aperture ring, an absolute must.

[@garethafon]

You sold me on this lens man, perfect. The size and weight is so convenient. New subscriber !

[@joel.wuestehube]

I think I would go for 24-50 2.8 rather than 28-70 2.8 at any time. But I already own the 17-50 F4 which would be better as a one lens solution for my personal use cases, Which are mostly nature

[@jrwojick]

Size, price, and flexibilty are awesome, like you mentioned....the 24mm being at the extended length of the lens is suuuuuuper weird. I would mostly be shooting at 24 so that would annoyme to no end.

[@SimeonKolev]

3:20 Just to add here :) Tamron lenses have profile corrections in the camera. My 28-200 has vignette, distortion correction in 7M4. What is only Sony lens extra is the Active Stabilization, Focus Breathing and Focus Map(I think but I am not sure).

[@benjhaisch]

Ah nice, yeah I think Sony has a small ownership stake in Tamron? So that’d make sense. Other lenses I’ve used don’t have those in-camera though :)

[@SimeonKolev]

@@benjhaisch there are also rummors Tamron is making some of the Sony lenses, but it is not official info... :)

[@KillerTacos54]

Totally agree, the reverse zoom is very strange

[@ninoventurafilms]

wow that reversed zoom made me think its weird for me to have it

[@thehotdoglover]

I agree on the reverse zoom. I tried the Tamron 20-40 and kinda hated using it for that reason, since I prefer the wide end to be the default.

[@neethuandthomasphotography]

I've a few question regarding the Sigma 20-40.. I heard it is sharp ( In Photography ) 20-30 range then at 40 it's soft , isn't it true or sharp in all focal length ? also how does it perform in handheld Videography ? especially in 20-30 range, are there micro jitters while filming handheld ? My Sigma 35 1.4 mostly will have jitters while filming hand held . Sony Cameras does not provide active stabilization for Sony cameras, that's why asking you.

[@Seapatico]

I'm intrigued, but it does just highlight that all I really want is a high quality 28-50 f2. I don't use 24 much, I don't really need a 70mm 2.8, I just want a 28-50 f2 that is great wide open, like the Canon 28-70 f2, but a little smaller.

[@benjhaisch]

That’s really my dream photo lens

[@erg1450]

Benj, I really like your videos, right to the point to topics that really matter to most photographers, please keep providing content. Just one question, on image quality, for the 24=50, did you find it any major trade offs ?.... saw some bloggers claiming that this was sharp in the center and not so sharp at the corners

[@Kevon420]

I shoot 28, 35, and 50 all the time and this seems like a wonderful zoom to grab instead of three primes! Nice.

[@stevenwaldstein2249]

Thank you for the video. I’ve already got the Sony 24-70/2.8 GM II but right now I only use it on my full size fill frame cameras like the A1 and A7RV. If I buy this it would be for ma Compact “C” A7CR or A7CR. I like your comparison to the Sigma 28-70/2.8 DG DN Contemporary which is what I’m currently using on these cameras and also have the 16-28/2.8 DG DN to go with it. I am only a stills shooter. Also am trying the small G lens trio but think 5his zoom would replace these since I the bag it’s lighter and requires no lens changes. Would you make the switch? Please help me out and let me know. Take care.

[@DiogoReis]

Regarding the zoom ring, on the sigma, having to turn clockwise to zoom bothers me more than the having the lens extended at 24mm. I still can't justify the purchase of the gm 24-70 2.8 II, have tried the sigma 24-70 but send it back because of counterclockwise zoom ring, had the first tamron 28-75, no issues but had the opportunity to sell a year and half ago and have been using the G2... I love the g2 in everything it delivers for the price... This sony offers a lot without the long end and adds the extra wide angle which for me I think it's more versatile... I think I'm going to give it a try 😃

[@evanc8919]

Love the size. However, there is only one thing keeping me from switching to this from my Tamron 28-75. The fact that where I spend most my time focal length wise, the barrel will be extended. That’s a deal breaker. Basically it’s a small lens except when you’re using it wider than 50 mm.

[@benjhaisch]

It’s bizarre

[@lopsii902]

it is the other way for me, so i prefer it that way (on tamron 20-40mm is the same thing)...it depends on what focal length we like to shoot more

[@whyFINAL]

I can't decide between the Sony 24-50 and the Tamron 28-75. Both lenses are lightweight and have a short focusing distance. I mostly do reportage photos and watch reviews.

[@dergelenkspreizer5272]

Once you look through your viewfinder you don't care if the tube comes out or in. But for me the elephant in the room: If you are outzoomed to 24mil and then put a Nisi Swift filter on, what requires some pressure, will length and focus stay in place precisely?

[@JoshFromPerth]

Cool review, but why is everyone okay with a wide end being less wide to compensate for focus breathing? The 35mm f1.4 end's up being a 42mm haha.. that's not 35mm anymore?

[@rdog77]

I liked the video before watching it lol!.....That's how much I like this channel. *I have the Tamron 28-75mm F/2.8 which is a great Lens that's also a good option. I couldn't be happier with the images.

[@benjhaisch]

Ah thanks so much!

[@A1000Truths]

Hey Benj, out of curiosity with all your camera systems. Fuji, Sony, Leica and your medium format how do you decide what to use for what ? Personally I had Fuji, Sony & Leica. Ended up cutting Fuji out as both Sony & Leica gave me what I needed for the most part.

[@benjhaisch]

Yeah, Fujifilm is sort of the middle ground between Sony & Leica. I’ve sold off most of my Fujifilm stuff outside of the X100 series.

[@benjhaisch]

Doesn’t mean that I don’t love the fujifilm stuff, just that it’s hard to justify keeping all of it around.

[@A1000Truths]

@@benjhaisch Got ya, I ended up selling my X-T5 the lenses and getting the A7cii with the 24mm F2.8 & 40mm F2.5. It was getting too much having 3 systems. After seeing your A7cii & R video along with seeing it in person it fit the bill for size and function. Plus the lenses I have for the RV. It also helps they have it in silver

[@stefanusadrian8398]

how is this lens af and IQ compared to mini primes like fe 24mm f2.8 and 40/50mm f2.5?

[@jackpatmoreinc]

Would you recommend this lens (Sony 24-50mm) or the Sigma 28-70mm/Tamron28-75mm lens for an all-in-one, compact lens? I know the Sony is a tiny bit smaller and shorter than the others and you get the extra Sony in-body features (focus breathing compensation, etc.), but you also lose 20ish extra mm of reach and it is a few hundred dollars more. Just wanting an extra opinion!

[@benjhaisch]

It’s honestly as simple as knowing which focal lengths are more important to you. The easiest thing I’d say issue that if you’re doing video, the 24-50 is probably the better choice and if you’re doing photo, the 28-70 probably makes more sense, but even that is down to personal preference, ya know?

[@jackpatmoreinc]

@@benjhaisch Sounds great! The APS-C crop on some of the newer Sony cameras would essentially make this a 24-75mm. Thanks, Benj!

[@kood2560]

Strange how this one is a reverse zoom. The Sony 20-70mm f4 only extends when zooming out to the longer focal lengths..

[@LMPS5]

Yea I'm now in Japan and i have to say: I'm not giving up the angle i get with 20 and the tele of 70. For night I'll use my 20 1.8 which is crazy sharp. So sorry for me this new lens is useless for me

[@rickbiessman6084]

Probably not the right lens for me... even though it’s kinda close to what I’d like to have, because I’m waiting for the day someone makes a 35-50 f/2.0. If they could make that compact enough, that might finally be the zoom lens I’m interested in picking up. Somehow I just don’t like using zoom lens. I don’t even own one even though it would have been cheaper to buy a Tamron or Sigma standard zoom with a constant f/2.8, or even the Tamron 35-150 f/2.0-f/2.8, rather than the collection of f/1.8 primes I have. But big, not-so-bright-aperture lenses just aren’t my jam. :D

[@TedNghiem]

I am probably going to pick this up after I get the FX3.

[@benjhaisch]

It was the only lens I used on my FX3 while I had it

[@TedNghiem]

@@benjhaisch what did you think of the pairing?

[@benjhaisch]

@TedNghiem loved it. 24mm is just wide enough where I can film myself and 50mm is just long enough that I can get enough compression for most things I’d need. F/2.8 is a big plus as well, otherwise the 20-70/4 would most likely be the better choice for the extended range.

[@TedNghiem]

@@benjhaisch sweet. Cause I already have the 90mm macro. I might want to get the 85mm. But I think with that lens and the macro, I will be set for food videos.

[@benjhaisch]

@TedNghiem oh for sure. The 90 macro is a really nice pairing for this.

[@PhotoTrekr]

I might try the lens, but I doubt it will find a place in my bag.

[@ChongLisDriveThru]

Love the comments about the "Revered Zoom" Sony 1st party all do this. Sigma is backwards on the Sony system!! Didn't people back in the day say Nikon was all backwards if you were a Canon shooter? That being said. The first zooms I had when I switched to Sony was a Sigma 24-70 and a Tamron 70-180!! Total opposites! Maddening! So just remember Tamron is Sony friendly... sort of... because Tamron puts the focus ring close to the body and the zoom at the far end!! opposite of Sony!! We cant win!! 🤣

[@SPDTDL]

Was really hoping it would be an internal zoom. Sadly it’s a pass for me.

[@soapa4279]

The weird reverse zoom on the Sony lens is a deal breaker for me cause it breaks decades of my brain being used to extended out is Zooming out.

[@benjhaisch]

it's so bizarre

[@selishots]

Tamron has the 20-40 F2.8, it's a fantastic lens for the price and I love that it goes to 20mm. That being said I think it could be a bit sharper on the photo side. I hope they make a 20-40 F2 in the same quality as the 35-150 one day. I reviewed the Tamron 20-40F2.8 if you are interested: kzbin.info/www/bejne/paTch36Ko8d4aaMsi=lli8ksff5EFHobRI

[@benjhaisch]

Nice! Yeah, I saw lots around it when it launched but reviews seemed to be “meh”

[@selishots]

@@benjhaisch I think a lot of the meh reviews come from it being released after the 35-150. It definitely doesn't have the same quality of that lens, and I wish it did but it also doesn't have the same price point. I also think it's more of a video lens than a photo lens. Either way I love that Sony and Tamron and experimenting with unique focal ranges. Would love to see what a 28-70 F2 or 24-105 F2.8 from Sony would look like. It's only a matter of time since canon tried it.

[@jensenperalta7927]

the only thing I don't like in this thing is the reversed zoom😵‍💫

[@LilFlash]

That reversed zoom on sony makes me not to buy it.Almost perfect for what I need.

[@carlosmcse]

Amazing what we call "small". 😅 This is why I love the Leica M system. Small is small.

[@benjhaisch]

Sure, it’s all relative :)

[@balboa0621]

I dont see how this is better than the tamron 20-40 2.8.

[@benjhaisch]

I haven’t used that lens, but I’ve heard that optical performance is underwhelming at best. I know multiple friends of mine bought it and returned it, but since I never used it that’s why I didn’t comment. I’m sure some people love it though.

[@balboa0621]

@@benjhaisch it was reviewed against the Sony 20-70 F4 as they both came out around the same time. The online reviews of it were great.

[@charlesspringer4709]

Why do you select clips where you are holding a camera and swinging, waving, and performing the Boston Crab with a Twist, and we can't see any details?

[@benjhaisch]

I’m honestly confused by this comment, can you be more specific?

[@charlesspringer4709]

@@benjhaisch It is my standard response when I see presentation like that. I learned to hold my hands like a presenter when I was teaching and using a projector quite often. Many people would benefit by resting their palm on a solid object when demonstrating or holding anything. Look at your overhead shots and ask why you are making the shot and do you achieve the purpose. Is there something you are trying to show.

[@WidePhotographs]

I really wanted the A7cii due to the full frame performance but I rather spend the extra money on this lens and settle with the a6700. I hope the low light performance is not too bad with the a6700.

[@ItsMeHammie]

Smaller than most primes? I mean sure, smaller than most GM 1.4-1.2, but definitely not smaller than aperture equivalent primes 🤔 Definitely not smaller than the compact Gs

[@benjhaisch]

Well sure, but how would it be smaller than f/2.8 prime lenses?

[@liemsters]

Nnnnoooiiiccceee!!!

[@DoubleTheDom]

I feel like you can just use generative ai to make 28mm-24mm

[@johansphoto]

It is bigger than all none f1.4 primes.

[@benjhaisch]

I’m confused by this phrasing but yeah it’s smaller than my GM primes