The Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM Mk II is a compact, lightweight standard zoom with a constant f/2.8 aperture. It features refined optics with XA, ED, and Super ED elements for improved resolution. Four XD Linear Motors enable faster, quieter autofocus. Significant video enhancements include near-zero focus breathing, axial shift, and zoom-shift. Professional controls like a de-clickable aperture ring with Iris Lock and a zoom smoothness switch are included. It has dust/moisture resistance.
Overview
- Compact and lightweight design
- Improved resolution and contrast over previous model
- Four XD Linear Motors for autofocus performance
- Reduced focus breathing, axial shift, and focus shift during zooming
- Constant f/2.8 aperture
- De-clickable aperture ring with Iris Lock switch
- Zoom smoothness switch for controlled operation
- Dust and moisture-resistant construction
Remarkable Size & Weight Reduction
This Mk II version is significantly smaller and lighter than its predecessor, making it exceptionally well-suited for gimbal work, handheld shooting, and agile documentary filmmaking.
Unprecedented Video Performance
A major leap for cinematographers due to the near-zero focus breathing, axial shift, and focus shift during zooming, ensuring extremely stable and professional-looking video transitions.
Superior Optical Resolution
Delivers even higher sharpness and contrast than the already excellent Mk I, pushing the boundaries of image quality for high-resolution video capture.
Blazing Fast & Quiet AF
Powered by four XD Linear Motors, autofocus is incredibly rapid, precise, and virtually silent, making it ideal for tracking subjects in dynamic scenes.
Enhanced Professional Controls
Features a dedicated physical aperture ring with a de-click switch and an iris lock, along with a zoom smoothness switch to customise the torque of the zoom ring for precise control.
Robust & Weather-Sealed
Built to the highest G Master standards with dust and moisture resistance, ensuring reliability in demanding professional environments.