The Sony FE 24mm F2.8 G ($599.99) is one of a new batch of compact primes for the company's full-frame mirrorless camera system. Its captures a wide angle of view, but not too broad for day-to-day photography, and comes in an attractive aluminum barrel. It's not the only lens of its type, though, and we like the Sigma 24mm F3.5 DG DN Contemporary just a little bit more—it's priced $50 lower and is our Editors' Choice award winner in this price range.The Wide Standard The FE 24mm F2.8 G is made for full-frame cameras. It captures an angle of view that's considered wide angle in the photo world, but has become a standard lens for many. The rise of smartphone cameras, many of which see the world with a similar angle of view, has no doubt played a role there. It's Sony's second 24mm prime for the system, debuting a few years after the FE 24mm F1.4 GM. The F1.4 edition is part of the premium G Master line, and while it's absolutely compact given its angle and aperture (3.6 b 3.0 inche...
The diminutive Sony FE 24mm F2.8 G lens captures a wide angle view and doesn't cut any corners when it comes to construction.
Slim, light build; Aluminum construction; Dust and splash protection; Aperture ring with silent option; On-lens function button; Quick, quiet autofocus
Shows some focus breathing; Skips anti-smudge protection; Controls are a little cramped