Contents
- General Camera Lens Info
- Zoom Lenses
- Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II
- Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 Lens for Sony E-mount
- Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN | Art Lens for Sony E-Mount
- Tamron 17-28mm f/2.8 Di III RXD Lens for Sony E-mount [Model A046]
- Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II Lens
- Tamron 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VC VXD G2 Lens for Sony E-Mount [Model A065]
- Tamron 35-150mm F/2-2.8 Di III VXD (Model A058)
- Lens Filters
- Accessories
General Camera Lens Info
- BobAtkins.com: Lens Testing for Resolution, Chromatic Aberration and Distortion
- Pioneering the Future with Optical Elements
- Depth of Field Calculator by DFOMaster.com
- Which Lenses to maximise the potential of your Sony A7RIV/ A1 / A7IV…? by Marc Alhadeff
- Sony FE Lens: The Honest Guide for the A7/A9/A1 Series – PhillipReeve.com
- Sony Lens Reviews & Image Quality – The-Digital-Picture.com
- Sony Zoom Lens Reviews – The-Digital-Picture.com
Cleaning Optics: If you are unsure about the type of optic you have or the reactivity of your optical substrate or coating, then using De-Ionized Water and a little bit of dish soap is the safest way to make sure the optic is not damaged by harsh chemicals.
Zoom Lenses
Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II
- Model: SEL2470GM2
- f/2.8 constant maximum aperture
- OIS (Optical Image Stabilization)? No
- Zoom method: Rotary (extending)
- 22% lighter than its predecessor, 16% lighter than Sigma’s 24–70mm F2.8 DG DN lens
- Filter Diameter: 82 mm
- Weight: 695g
- Drivers, Software Updates, and Manuals for SEL2470GM2
- Search the Web
- B&H #SO247028GM2
Reference
- Sony Electronics Introduces New FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II, the World’s Smallest and Lightest[i] F2.8 Standard Zoom Lens
- This is my favourite lens of the year! Sony 24-70mm f2.8 G Master II – Pat Kay
- Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II Definitive Review: Best Standard Zoom Ever? – Dustin Abbott
- Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II Lens test – dxomark.com
- Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II Review – PCMag.com
- Forum: Sony 24-70mm f2.8 GM II vs Tamron 28-75mm f2.8 G2
- SONY FE 24-70mm F2.8 G Master II (Version 2) Lens Skin
Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 Lens for Sony E-mount
Details
- f/2.8 constant maximum aperture
- Filter size: 67mm
- OIS (Optical Image Stabilization)? No
- Model A063
Reference
- Search the Web
- Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III VXD G2 Review – EPIC UPGRADE! by Stefan Malloch
- Top 5 improvements in the all-new TAMRON 28-75mm F2.8 G2 (Model A063) fast-aperture standard zoom lens for Sony E-mount.
- Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 G1 (A036) vs G2 (A063) | Worth the Upgrade? by Dustin Abbott
Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN | Art Lens for Sony E-Mount
- Make sure to update to the latest Firmware
- Details
- f/2.8 constant maximum aperture.
- Filter size: 82mm
- OIS (Optical Image Stabilization)? No
- Weight: Sony E-mount 830g / 29.0oz. (Heavier than the Tamrom 28-75mm, but lighter than the Sony 24-70mm GM)
- Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN ‘Art’ lens review with samples (Full-frame & APS-C)
Tamron 17-28mm f/2.8 Di III RXD Lens for Sony E-mount [Model A046]
- f/2.8 constant maximum aperture
- The Tamron 17-28mm f/2.8 Di III RXD (Model A046) is a large aperture ultra wide-angle zoom lens for Sony E-mount that was designed exclusively for mirrorless cameras
- Filter size: 67mm
- OIS (Optical Image Stabilization)? No
Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II Lens
- f/2.8 constant maximum aperture
- OIS (Optical Image Stabilization)? Yes
- Zoom method: Rotary (internal)
- Dust and moisture-resistant design/ advanced weather sealing.
- Magnesium alloy barrel
- Comparison to the previous model (v1)
- Four of Sony’s original XD (extreme dynamic) Linear Motors deliver high thrust efficiency that boosts AF speed by up to 4x compared to the previous model.
- The weight has been reduced by approximately 29%, to just under 2.3 lb, making this model among the lightest in its class.
- Optics have been designed for balance with an internal zoom mechanism, minimizing front heaviness to provide a more ergonomic center of gravity.
- Model No. SEL70200GMII or SEL70200GM2
- Filter Diameter: 77mm
- Drivers, Software Updates, and Manuals for SEL70200GM2
- Search the Web
- B&H #SO70200282GM
- Firmware v03 released 2023-06-26 – Improves AF performance
Reviews
- This Might Be My New Favourite Lens! Sony 70-200mm 2.8 II by Becki and Chris
- Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II Lens Review – The-Digital-Picture.com
- Sony 70-200mm f/2.8 GM II Review | The Ultimate Lightweight 70-200 Portrait Lens? by SLRLounge.com
- Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II Definitive Review | Lighter, Faster, Sharper by Dustin Abbott
- Sony announces New FE 70-200 F2.8 GM OSS II Lens- Sample Photos & Reviews! by SonyAlphaLab.com
- Sony 70-200mm F2.8 GM II OSS by Marc Alhadeff for Sony Alpha Blog
- Best TELE zoom? Sony FE 70-200mm f2.8 GM II REVIEW by Gordon Laing
- Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II Zoom Lens | Hands-on Review by B&H Photo Video
- The 70-200mm Lens You Won’t Believe: We Review the Sony FE 70-200mm F/2.8 GM OSS II by James Madison for Fstoppers.com
- Is It Worth The Money? The NEW Sony 70-200 f/2.8 GM ii Tries To Blow Our Minds! by Dunna Did It
- DxOmark tested the new FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM II OSS and it’s the best lens in its class yet. They have tested the lens on the 61 MP Sony A7R IV, where the lens and sensor are measured together as a system achieved an overall score of 41, which is the best-corrected lens in its class.
Accessories
- Sony 77mm Multi-Coated (MC) Protector Filter (BH #SOMC77)
- Kirk LP-65 Replacement Lens Foot (Arca-Swiss) for 70-200mm f/2.8 FE GM OSS “GEN 1&2” – BH #KILP65V2
- SONY FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II lens skin
- SONY FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM G Master OSS II (Ver. 2) Lens Skin
Tamron 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VC VXD G2 Lens for Sony E-Mount [Model A065]
- f/2.8 aperture across the entire zoom range.
- Filter size: 67mm
- OIS (Optical Image Stabilization)? Yes (VC = Vibration Compensation)
- Release Date: October 12, 2023 (SONY E Mount)
- Introduction to the NEW Tamron 70-180mm F2.8 VC G2!
Tamron 35-150mm F/2-2.8 Di III VXD (Model A058)
- Tamron 35-150mm F/2-2.8 Di III VXD (Model A058)
- Press Release: August 5, 2021, Saitama, Japan – Tamron Co., Ltd. (President & CEO: Shiro Ajisaka), announces the development of a fast-aperture telephoto zoom lens for Sony E-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras, the 35-150mm F/2-2.8 Di III VXD (Model A058).
- Filter size: 82mm
- OIS (Optical Image Stabilization)? No
- Focal Length & maximum Aperture: 35-40mm = f/2, 40-60mm = f/2.2, 60-80mm = f/2.5, 80-150mm=f/2.8
- TAMRON Lens Utility for lens function customization
- Search the Web
- BH #TA351502SE • MFR #AFA058S700
Reviews
- Tamron 35-150mm F2-2.8 Di III VXD Review by Bernard Déry
- Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8: SPECTACULAR by Hugh Brownstone
- Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 – HANDS ON by Matt Granger
Lens Filters
Sony Multi-Coated (MC) Protector Filter
- High-quality, optical glass, multi-coated (MC) protection filter
- Transparent multi-coated filter protects camera lens against dust, dirt, and fingerprints
- Filter can be left on at all times to protect camera lens surface without affecting optical performance
- Slim filter design prevents image vignetting
- B&H Photo / BH #SOMC77 / BH #SOVF82MPAM • MFR #VF82MPAM
H&Y Filters RevoRing Variable ND3-ND1000 & Circular Polarizer Filter
- Provides a combination of a variable neutral density filter with a 1.5 to 10 stop increase in exposure, paired with a circular polarizer.
- The RevoRing is a unique adapter ring with unique self-retracting blade technology with threaded ends to secure to the front of any lens.
- Meet the Revoring from H&Y
- Say GOODBYE to step up rings! Say HELLO to REVORING!
- BH #HYVNDCP6782 • MFR #RNC82
Reference
- How do UV filters affect image quality?
- UV Lens Filters: Necessary or Nuisance? by Phil Steele
- Tiffen Ultra Clear Digital HT Filter
- Tiffen UV Protector Filter
Accessories
- Life+Guard DIY-Friendly protection skin for your gear.