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FE 24mm F2.8 G
- 24mm
- f/2.8
- Prime
- 162 g
- Min focus 0.18 m
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Quick answer
A tiny 24mm prime for full-frame E-mount with an f/2.8 aperture and an aperture ring. It weighs about 162 g and is part of Sony's compact G prime series.
Pros
- Very small and light
- Aperture ring
- Close focus to 0.18 m
Cons
- f/2.8 is slow in low light
- Limited background blur
Verdict
Think of it as a pocketable wide-angle option for Sony. For shallower depth of field, choose a faster lens.
About this lens
This 24mm f/2.8 full-frame wide-angle prime lens from Sony fits Sony E mount cameras, from the Sony G series. A wide-angle prime for Sony full-frame E-mount cameras.
Sony FE 24mm F2.8 G specifications
- Brand
- Sony
- Mount
- Sony E
- Focal length
- 24mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/2.8
- Lens type
- Prime
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Released
- 2021
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.18 m
- Maximum magnification
- 0.19x
- Filter thread
- 49 mm
- Weight
- 162 g
- Length
- 45 mm
- Diameter
- 68 mm
Specification source: en.wikipedia.org
What can you shoot with the Sony FE 24mm F2.8 G?
- Street
- Travel
- Landscapes in daylight
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 | 24mm | 73.7° | 84.1° |
| APS-C | 1.5x | 36mm | 53.1° | 62° |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Sony FE 24mm F2.8 G a compact lens?
Yes. At about 162 g it is among the lightest full-frame lenses for E-mount.
Does the Sony FE 24mm F2.8 G have an aperture ring?
Yes. The ring has a switch to turn the click stops on or off, so it can be used for stepped photo work or smooth, silent adjustment while filming.
What size filters does the FE 24mm F2.8 G take?
It uses 49mm filters, the same as other lenses in the compact G prime series.
Alternatives for Sony E from other brands
All Sony E lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
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