Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II vs Samyang AF 35-150mm f/2-2.8 FE
Both are Sony E mount zooms for pro standard zoom and everyday — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II | Samyang AF 35-150mm f/2-2.8 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 24-70mm | 35-150mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/2-2.8 |
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Coverage | full-frame | full-frame |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Samyang AF 35-150mm f/2-2.8 FE opens wider (f/2-2.8) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II covers 24-70mm and the Samyang AF 35-150mm f/2-2.8 FE covers 35-150mm — pick the range that matches what you shoot
- the Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II is first-party (Sony) for guaranteed full autofocus and in-camera corrections; the Samyang AF 35-150mm f/2-2.8 FE is third-party — usually the value pick
Where to buy
Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM IISee price on Amazon
Samyang AF 35-150mm f/2-2.8 FESee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II and the Samyang AF 35-150mm f/2-2.8 FE?
The Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II is 24-70mm f/2.8 zoom, full-frame; the Samyang AF 35-150mm f/2-2.8 FE is 35-150mm f/2-2.8 zoom, full-frame. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Which is better in low light, the Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II or the Samyang AF 35-150mm f/2-2.8 FE?
The Samyang AF 35-150mm f/2-2.8 FE — its f/2-2.8 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/2.8 of the other.
Do the Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II and Samyang AF 35-150mm f/2-2.8 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).
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