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The best lenses for the Sony a1 II

The Sony a1 II uses the Sony E mount, so every Sony E lens fits. Below are the 39 Sony E lenses in our index that cover its full-frame sensor natively — sorted by focal length, with max aperture and what each is best for. Specs are the manufacturers' own; we don't invent ratings.

Last verified 2026-06-21 · Sony E mount · Sony full-frame body · prices change — check the retailer

Quick picks for the Sony a1 II

The Sony a1 II has a full-frame sensor, so the lenses below cover the full frame. 13 APS-C-only Sony E lenses also physically mount, but only in crop mode (you lose resolution) — so they're not in this list.

Every Sony E lens that fits the Sony a1 II

FocalLensMax apertureTypeCoverageBest forBuy
12-24mmSony FE 12-24mm f/2.8 GMf/2.8zoomFull-frameWide-angleAstrophotographyLandscapeAmazon →
14mmSony FE 14mm f/1.8 GMf/1.8primeFull-frameWide-angleAstrophotographyLandscapeLow-lightAmazon →
14-24mmSigma 14-24mm f/2.8 DG DN Artf/2.8zoomFull-frameWide-angleAstrophotographyLandscapeAmazon →
16-35mmSony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM IIf/2.8zoomFull-frameWide-angleLandscapePro standard zoomAmazon →
16-25mmSony FE 16-25mm f/2.8 Gf/2.8zoomFull-frameWide-angleLandscapeTravelAmazon →
17-28mmTamron 17-28mm f/2.8 Di III RXDf/2.8zoomFull-frameWide-angleLandscapeBudget proAmazon →
20mmSony FE 20mm f/1.8 Gf/1.8primeFull-frameWide-angleAstrophotographyLandscapeAmazon →
20-70mmSony FE 20-70mm f/4 Gf/4zoomFull-frameEverydayTravelWide-angleVloggingAmazon →
20-40mmTamron 20-40mm f/2.8 Di III VXDf/2.8zoomFull-frameWide-angleEverydayTravelVloggingAmazon →
24mmSony FE 24mm f/1.4 GMf/1.4primeFull-frameWide-angleAstrophotographyLow-lightAmazon →
24-70mmSony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM IIf/2.8zoomFull-framePro standard zoomEverydayWedding & eventAmazon →
24-70mmSigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Artf/2.8zoomFull-framePro standard zoomEverydayBudget proAmazon →
24mmSony FE 24mm f/2.8 Gf/2.8primeFull-frameWide-angleStreetTravelEverydayAmazon →
24-105mmSony FE 24-105mm f/4 G OSSf/4zoomFull-frameEverydayTravelWedding & eventAmazon →
24mmSigma 24mm f/1.4 DG DN Artf/1.4primeFull-frameWide-angleAstrophotographyStreetLow-lightAmazon →
28-75mmTamron 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2f/2.8zoomFull-framePro standard zoomEverydayBudget proAmazon →
28-70mmSony FE 28-70mm f/2 GMf/2zoomFull-framePro standard zoomWedding & eventLow-lightEverydayAmazon →
28-45mmSigma 28-45mm f/1.8 DG DN Artf/1.8zoomFull-framePro standard zoomLow-lightEverydayAmazon →
35mmSony FE 35mm f/1.8f/1.8primeFull-frameStreetEverydayLow-lightAmazon →
35mmSigma 35mm f/1.4 DG DN Artf/1.4primeFull-frameStreetLow-lightWedding & eventAmazon →
35mmSony FE 35mm f/1.4 GMf/1.4primeFull-frameStreetEverydayLow-lightWedding & eventAmazon →
35-150mmTamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXDf/2-2.8zoomFull-framePro standard zoomWedding & eventPortraitEverydayAmazon →
40mmSony FE 40mm f/2.5 Gf/2.5primeFull-frameStreetEverydayStandard primeTravelAmazon →
50mmSony FE 50mm f/1.8f/1.8primeFull-frameStandard primeBudgetLow-lightAmazon →
50mmSony FE 50mm f/1.4 GMf/1.4primeFull-framePortraitLow-lightWedding & eventStandard primeAmazon →
50mmSony FE 50mm f/2.5 Gf/2.5primeFull-frameStreetEverydayStandard primeTravelAmazon →
50mmSigma 50mm f/1.4 DG DN Artf/1.4primeFull-framePortraitLow-lightStandard primeWedding & eventAmazon →
70-200mmSony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS IIf/2.8zoomFull-frameTelephotoSports & actionPortraitWedding & eventAmazon →
70-200mmSony FE 70-200mm f/4 Macro G OSS IIf/4zoomFull-frameTelephotoSports & actionMacroAmazon →
70-180mmTamron 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2f/2.8zoomFull-frameTelephotoSports & actionPortraitAmazon →
85mmSony FE 85mm f/1.8f/1.8primeFull-framePortraitLow-lightAmazon →
85mmSony FE 85mm f/1.4 GM IIf/1.4primeFull-framePortraitWedding & eventLow-lightAmazon →
85mmSigma 85mm f/1.4 DG DN Artf/1.4primeFull-framePortraitWedding & eventLow-lightAmazon →
90mmSony FE 90mm f/2.8 Macro G OSSf/2.8primeFull-frameMacroPortraitAmazon →
100-400mmSony FE 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 GM OSSf/4.5-5.6zoomFull-frameSports & actionTelephotoLandscapeAmazon →
100-400mmSigma 100-400mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OSf/5-6.3zoomFull-frameSports & actionTelephotoTravelAmazon →
135mmSony FE 135mm f/1.8 GMf/1.8primeFull-framePortraitTelephotoLow-lightWedding & eventAmazon →
150-500mmTamron 150-500mm f/5-6.7 Di III VC VXDf/5-6.7zoomFull-frameSports & actionTelephotoTravelAmazon →
200-600mmSony FE 200-600mm f/5.6-6.3 G OSSf/5.6-6.3zoomFull-frameTelephotoSports & actionAmazon →

Best Sony a1 II lenses by use

Wide-angle (12) Astrophotography (6) Landscape (8) Low-light (15) Pro standard zoom (7) Travel (9) Budget pro (3) Everyday (14) Wedding & event (12) Street (7) Portrait (10) Standard prime (5) Telephoto (8) Sports & action (7)

FAQ

What lenses fit the Sony a1 II?
Any Sony E mount lens fits the Sony a1 II — it uses the Sony E mount. 39 Sony E lenses in our index cover its full-frame sensor natively, from 12-24mm to 200-600mm.

What is the best first lens for the Sony a1 II?
For a versatile single lens, a fast standard prime like the Sony FE 24mm f/1.4 GM (f/1.4) or a 24-70-class zoom covers most shooting. For people and low light, the Sony FE 50mm f/1.4 GM is a strong pick.

Can I use APS-C lenses on the Sony a1 II?
Yes, but the Sony a1 II switches to crop mode and uses only the center of the sensor (lower resolution). For full quality, use the full-frame Sony E lenses listed above.

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