Sony FE 28-70mm f/2 GM vs Samyang AF 18-45mm f/4-5.6 FE
Both are Sony E mount zooms for everyday — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Sony FE 28-70mm f/2 GM | Samyang AF 18-45mm f/4-5.6 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 28-70mm | 18-45mm |
| Max aperture | f/2 | f/4-5.6 |
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Coverage | full-frame | full-frame |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Sony FE 28-70mm f/2 GM opens wider (f/2) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Sony FE 28-70mm f/2 GM covers 28-70mm and the Samyang AF 18-45mm f/4-5.6 FE covers 18-45mm — pick the range that matches what you shoot
- the Sony FE 28-70mm f/2 GM is first-party (Sony) for guaranteed full autofocus and in-camera corrections; the Samyang AF 18-45mm f/4-5.6 FE is third-party — usually the value pick
Where to buy
Check the Sony FE 28-70mm f/2 GM price on Amazon →
Check the Samyang AF 18-45mm f/4-5.6 FE price on Amazon →
FAQ
What's the difference between the Sony FE 28-70mm f/2 GM and the Samyang AF 18-45mm f/4-5.6 FE?
The Sony FE 28-70mm f/2 GM is 28-70mm f/2 zoom, full-frame; the Samyang AF 18-45mm f/4-5.6 FE is 18-45mm f/4-5.6 zoom, full-frame. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Which is better in low light, the Sony FE 28-70mm f/2 GM or the Samyang AF 18-45mm f/4-5.6 FE?
The Sony FE 28-70mm f/2 GM — its f/2 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/4-5.6 of the other.
Do the Sony FE 28-70mm f/2 GM and Samyang AF 18-45mm f/4-5.6 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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