Sony E PZ 18-105mm f/4 G OSS vs Samyang AF 24-60mm f/2.8 FE
Both are Sony E mount zooms for vlogging and travel — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Sony E PZ 18-105mm f/4 G OSS | Samyang AF 24-60mm f/2.8 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 18-105mm | 24-60mm |
| Max aperture | f/4 | f/2.8 |
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Coverage | APS-C | full-frame |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Samyang AF 24-60mm f/2.8 FE opens wider (f/2.8) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Sony E PZ 18-105mm f/4 G OSS covers 18-105mm and the Samyang AF 24-60mm f/2.8 FE covers 24-60mm — pick the range that matches what you shoot
- the Samyang AF 24-60mm f/2.8 FE covers full-frame (also works on APS-C bodies); the Sony E PZ 18-105mm f/4 G OSS is APS-C-only — it won't fill a full-frame sensor
- the Sony E PZ 18-105mm f/4 G OSS is first-party (Sony) for guaranteed full autofocus and in-camera corrections; the Samyang AF 24-60mm f/2.8 FE is third-party — usually the value pick
Where to buy
Sony E PZ 18-105mm f/4 G OSSSee price on Amazon
Samyang AF 24-60mm f/2.8 FESee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Sony E PZ 18-105mm f/4 G OSS and the Samyang AF 24-60mm f/2.8 FE?
The Sony E PZ 18-105mm f/4 G OSS is 18-105mm f/4 zoom, APS-C; the Samyang AF 24-60mm f/2.8 FE is 24-60mm f/2.8 zoom, full-frame. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Which is better in low light, the Sony E PZ 18-105mm f/4 G OSS or the Samyang AF 24-60mm f/2.8 FE?
The Samyang AF 24-60mm f/2.8 FE — its f/2.8 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/4 of the other.
Do the Sony E PZ 18-105mm f/4 G OSS and Samyang AF 24-60mm f/2.8 FE fit the same camera?
Yes — both are Sony E mount lenses, so they fit Sony a7/a9/a1 (full-frame) and a6000-series (APS-C). Note the Sony E PZ 18-105mm f/4 G OSS is APS-C-only and won't fill a full-frame sensor.
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