Quick answer
A 24-70mm f/2.8 standard zoom for A-mount from Sony and Zeiss, updated in 2015 with a dust and moisture resistant build. It weighs about 975 g and uses 77mm filters.
Pros
- Constant f/2.8 aperture
- SSM autofocus
- Dust and moisture resistant build
- Close focus of 0.34 m
Cons
- Heavy at about 975 g
- No stabilization in the lens
Verdict
The top A-mount standard zoom. It is a workhorse for professionals invested in A-mount bodies.
About this lens
The Sony Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* 24-70mm f/2.8 ZA SSM II (SAL2470Z2) is a fast standard zoom lens covering 24-70mm at f/2.8 for Sony A mount cameras. The range covers everything from wide scenes to portraits, so it works as a general-purpose lens.
Sony Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* 24-70mm f/2.8 ZA SSM II (SAL2470Z2) specifications
- Brand
- Sony
- Mount
- Sony A
- Focal length
- 24-70mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/2.8
- Lens type
- Zoom
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Released
- 2015
- Optical construction
- 17 elements in 13 groups
- Aperture blades
- 9
- Autofocus motor
- SSM
- Weather sealing
- Yes
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.34 m
- Maximum magnification
- 0.25x
- Filter thread
- 77 mm
- Weight
- 975 g
- Length
- 111 mm
Specification source: dyxum.com
What can you shoot with the Sony Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* 24-70mm f/2.8 ZA SSM II (SAL2470Z2)?
- Weddings and events
- Portraits and general professional work
- Studio and commercial photography
Its bright maximum aperture handles indoor and evening light reasonably well.
Full-frame equivalent and field of view
Calculated from the focal length and crop factor. Not measured.
| Sensor | Crop | Equivalent | Horizontal FOV | Diagonal FOV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full frame | 1.0x | 24–70mm | 28.8–73.7° | 34.3–84.1° |
| APS-C | 1.5x | 36–105mm | 19.5–53.1° | 23.3–62° |
Frequently asked questions
Is the 24-70mm f/2.8 ZA SSM II weather sealed?
Sony lists it as dust and moisture resistant. That helps in light rain and dust but it is not a waterproof or submersible lens.
What changed from the original 24-70mm ZA SSM?
The II is a revised design with updated optics and coatings. The 24-70mm range and constant f/2.8 aperture are unchanged.
Can the 24-70mm ZA SSM II be used on Sony E-mount?
Yes, with an A-mount adapter such as the LA-EA3, LA-EA4 or LA-EA5. The SSM motor in the lens lets it autofocus through the adapter.
Alternatives for Sony A from other brands
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