Question 1

Would this lens work well for portraits? or is this more inclined for landscape? I am debating between this lens or the new 24-105mm G.

Accepted Answer

This f2.8 is excellent for real estate, gimbal and group horizon shots. This is a great choice as a second lens to carry. However start with a lens like the 24-105 for portrait and subjects you need to reach from 15 yards.

Question 2

As a landscape photographer who usually shoots in f/11-f/22, is this sony 24-70 f2.8 lens really much better than the zeiss 24-70 f4 ?

Accepted Answer

no. at those apertures the difference will be minimal. if you pixel peep you may notice better detail and less distortion in the corners, but that's about it, but not enough to make or break the photo. or justify the price. the G master is also MASSIVE. mounting it on an A7R II will make your set up just as big and heavy as a Canon 5DM4 + 24-70 f/2.8 IIthe only reason i would carry a G Master is if would shoot at 2.8

Question 3

Will it work with A6000?

Accepted Answer

While it is true this is a full frame lens that in no way means it would not be a great lens on the a6000. The most important feature of this lens is the 2.8 aperture and that does not change on a crop sensor camera like yours! The larger aperture will still would allow it to focus faster and perform better in low light situations as well as allow for better bokah. Glass is more important than the body. The a6000 has a great sensor and image quality to start with and the lens would be awesome on it. The only "issue" is its not as wide as it would be on an A7 so think of its field of view as being a 36-105 instead of a 24-70. Not quite as good for landscape. Good glass will stay with your as you upgrade your bodies so the investment is totally worth it as long as you stay within the E-Mount system

Question 4

Is there a fish eye effect around the edges at 16mm?  I am also looking at Zeiss Batis 18mm which is wide and has little fish eye effect.

Accepted Answer

At 16mm there is no fisheye, I sometimes shoot group photos at 16mm. But at 35mm it’s a wide angle shot which has the fish eye look. This lens is an amazing lens with lots of versatility.

ASIN	B08CHN22SJ
Best Sellers Rank	#1,331 in SLR Camera Lenses
Brand	Sony
Built-In Media	Lens, lens front cap, lens rear cap, carrying case, filter template
Camera Lens	Sony E Mount
Camera Lens Description	Sony E Mount
Color	Black
Compatible Camera Mount	Sony
Compatible Devices	cameras
Compatible Mountings	Sony
Customer Reviews	4.6 out of 5 stars 78 Reviews
Exposure Control Type	Automatic
Focal Length Description	12-24mm
Focus Type	Auto Focus
Global Trade Identification Number	00027242916159
Image stabilization	No
Item Highlight	Ultra-Wide Zoom Lens (SEL1224GM), Spectacular Resolution, The fast f 2.8 captures breath taking
Item Weight	847 g
Lens	Wide Angle
Lens Coating Description	Wide Angle Zoom
Lens Design	Zoom
Lens Fixed Focal Length	12 millimeters
Lens Mount	Sony E
Lens Type	Wide Angle
Manufacturer	Sony
Manufacturer Part Number	SEL1224GM
Maximum Aperture	2.8 millimeters
Maximum Focal Length	24 millimeters
Maximum Shutter Speed	1/8000 seconds
Media Type	ProductImage, EnhancedContent
Minimum Aperture	22
Minimum Focal Length	12 millimeters
Model Name	SNSEL1224GM
Model Number	SEL1224GM
Model Series	G Master
Number of Diaphragm Blades	9
Number of Items	1
Real Angle Of View	12 degrees
Screen Size	12 millimeters
UPC	027242916159
Unit Count	1 Count
Video Capture Format	MP4
Video Capture Resolution	4K (3840 x 2160)
Warranty Description	1 year limited manufacturer
Water Resistance Level	Water Resistant
Zoom Ratio	2:1

Sony FE 12-24mm F2.8 GM Full-Frame Ultra-Wide Zoom Lens

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