Quick tech specs
- Zoom lens
- 70 mm
- Sony E-mount
- 24 mm
- f/2.8 GM II
- for Cinema Line; α VLOGCAM; α1; α6700; α7 IV; α7C; α7C II; α7CR; α7R V; α7s III; α9 II; α9 III
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Sony G Master SEL2470GM2 - zoom lens - 24 mm - 70 mm is rated
4.70 out of
5 by
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Rated 5 out of
5 by
Brian in Simi Valley from
Creates Amazing Images!
I had the original GM lens previously which I loved. But this new GM II is better in every way! As advertised!
Date published: 2024-04-01T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Martin99999 from
Superb Quality
I am very impressed with the quality of this lens, it is so much better than the earlier version
Date published: 2024-04-02T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Lensmanchan from
The best 24-70mm f2.8 lenses ever made!
The 24-70mm f2.8 GMII lens is one of the best purchase I’ve ever made. The build quality of the lens is superb. The overall weight balance of the lens is perfect. The image quality, auto focus performance are excellent! It is one of the best lenses to include in your camera kit at all times.
Date published: 2024-06-16T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Chris 6554 from
Appalling
My lens arrived with me in a defective state. 12 days on and still no replacement, and no sign of one.
Date published: 2024-05-18T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
SonyBaloney from
Great Lens, ridiculous process for cash back offer
Bought the lens from same place I've bought all my Sony cameras and lenses (Park Cameras) and got an offer of a cash back of £100 from Sony. I had to cut out the serial number from the box the lens came uneven though this was just a sticker that came off easily and could be photographed next to the lens invoice. I emailed back and forth but Sony wouldn't move on this. Now I have a great lens which I'll probably upgrade to the GMiii down the line, but if I come to sell the GMii, I had this stupid hole in the box it came in. stupid idea and ridiculous customer service. Yes it doesn't affect the warranty but the box is ruined, which will affect price when I come to sell in a few years. Feels like its all been a waste of time
Only way I could give feedback and a review was this way. The review is for Sony and they inept customer service, not the lens itself.
Date published: 2024-05-15T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Drone_Pie from
Perfect lens for a function coverage.
If you are alone for a work. This lens is the beast. The only lens which is light weight. Handy and Compact.
Date published: 2024-08-23T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Kjasts from
Superb quality
An excellent lens that oozes sharpness and joyful colour rendition. A must for all Sony users
Date published: 2023-11-01T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Nel55 from
Brilliant, in every sense of the word
I bought this a month ago, and am very happy with the quality and useability of the lens.
Date published: 2024-08-23T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Herod from
Outstanding lens
Literally the best lens i've ever bought. Sharp as anything from 24-70. im a amateur and you get what you pay for. Sure Sigma may be cheaper but no comparison to this lens.
Date published: 2024-09-09T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Me99999 from
Superb Quality
I am very impressed with the quality of this lens, it is so much better than the earlier version
Date published: 2024-04-02T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Masst from
It is lighter weight.
This lense is light weight but expensive. ai would still prefer that this was made in Original Japan. I have not fully tested on sharpness but I hope it should be Ok. I have no good photos to up load but I will try.
Date published: 2022-07-10T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Robert 51 from
Great Lens
I bought this lens a month ago, I so happy that i did ,it fits right in my hand , it takes great photo's to thanks sony
Date published: 2022-08-09T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
AlbertW251 from
A Must Have For Portraits
This lens is a must have when you are doing portraits. It is my go-to lens for dance, family/senior portraits, and equine/pet portraits. Sharper than the previous version. Love that it is lighter.
Date published: 2023-10-16T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Admiral G2 from
Not worth it
Yes. it's a great compact lens, but it's underwhelming considering the high price vs the competition. It's also very very underwhelming when paired with the 70-200 GM II. Not sure if it the 70-200 that is that good or the 24-70 that is just ordinary but the later isn't just not good enough for it's price point, especially the auto-focus. Competitors offering are more than adequate, hugely deceived by this one. I shoot mostly actions on A9II, YMMV.
Date published: 2023-07-26T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Craigshoots from
Beautiful lens, sharp but with come curve
Great lens, beautiful image, sharp and gives a great depth of field.
I found the image begins to curve at 24mm which requires correction in the online, unusual for a 24mm, I find that happens on 18mm usually.
Nice a light and the manual F Stop is great with a lock which was both suprising and now I want it on all my lenses!
Date published: 2023-06-12T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Mike 6901 from
My new "every day" lens
This lens has it all; Quick, sharp AF, nice balance, lightweight, and the build and features I expect from a GM lens. Recently, I went to a museum with a butterfly house to see if I could catch some butterflies in flight. Those guys are erratic in the air to say the least. I was amazed at the quick, sharp focus and beautiful colors this lens could capture. Some examples attached.
Date published: 2023-06-29T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Mike vine Images from
Great lens
I’ve only used this lens briefly a few times so far but can happily say it’s a great lens. Light enough to hold for an all day walk about and very sharp. I’m looking forward to putting it through its paces when I go on holiday soon.
Date published: 2023-07-03T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Wingdog from
Wow
It’s is incredible. Very usable. I have special lenses for certain shots. This one does all the rest.
Date published: 2023-06-29T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
TCH_01 from
Top quality all rounder
This lens is almost always on my camera.
I always start the day with the 24-70GMII on my body, then swap to a wide or long lens if I need to. Often I take multiple images then stitch to a panorama rather than swapping for a wide angle lens.
It is extremely versatile, 90% of my photography is with this lens and I love the aperture ring.
Date published: 2023-07-10T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
stevehc from
Awesome
Sharp and great ergonomics. Excellent results. Great to have 'tight' and 'smooth' telephoto control. Can't wait to use it in Asia coming uypmsoon.
Date published: 2023-06-27T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Kenny the Wheelie from
Fast and Accurate Focus
I bought this lens one month ago before my trip to Tokyo and Kyoto. The lens is fast and focus accurate even for A7C body. One thing I like is the size compared to the previous generation. Worth the money. I may upgrade to A7RV to have full strength of the lens.
Date published: 2023-01-29T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
K9 2 from
Sony - FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II
In a word superb, excellent pics, really fast focusing.
Date published: 2023-03-13T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Kanath from
Best Lens
Great lens, this one lens will do wide and zoom super sharp images, I test video and photo quality both are brilliant quality
Date published: 2023-05-01T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Los AngelesShooter from
Wonderful AI AF and great financing!
This lens is a game changer! The 2.8 constant stop is flawless throughout.
Date published: 2023-07-16T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Ddew from
FE 24–70 mm F2.8 GM II
Best Lens I ever have. This is a great lens for any occasions.
Date published: 2023-04-22T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
VBoll from
Best Staple Lens
I am thrilled with the lens's versatility and performance in varying light conditions. The picture quality is exceptional.
Date published: 2023-11-09T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Matthewcurrentphotography from
Great lens, terrible courier/customer service
I bought this lens a few weeks ago through Sony. FedEx was the courier and they lied about trying to deliver my lens. I sat on the porch both days they were “attempted” and no one came. Once I contacted Sony customer service and fedex customer service, they both said there was nothing they could do and they were very rude. For a $2.5k delivery.. you better be top notch!! It came 3 days late, so don’t count on a speedy delivery even if they promise it overnight.
Speaking of the tech, the lens is top notch and I am very happy with it.
Date published: 2023-11-22T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
KJArt from
Superb quality
An excellent lens that oozes sharpness and joyful colour rendition. A must for all Sony users
Date published: 2023-11-01T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
LETA from
Great
Great lense, fast light, sharp, practical. Easy to use.
Date published: 2022-08-02T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Paul 05 from
Great Lens
I bought this lens a month ago, I so happy that i did ,it fits right in my hand , it takes great photo's to thanks sony
Date published: 2022-08-09T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Kemaro from
Super sharp lens with the benefit of zoom
Have used this lens now for couple of months. It delivers outstanding quality images. With the benefit of zoom and super fast focus. It’s a real winner
Date published: 2022-06-13T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Jaan66 from
Excellent in dark conditiond with A7SII
used week and satisfied, easy to learn, simple understand all buttons, fill expectations to take photos in dark nature
Date published: 2022-11-07T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
sundeepuk from
significant upgrade
I never liked the Mk 1. It was bulky, heavy and importantly not sharp. The Mk 2 has addressed all of these shortcomings . I much prefer primes but this is now a standard zoom I use regularly
Date published: 2022-10-05T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Gomero from
Light weight
Superior optical performance and light weight that replace 3 primes lenses I am very happy with the purchase
Date published: 2022-08-21T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Sunny Light from
Sony 24-70 GM OSSII
Just used it yesterday to take some portraits after having it for two weeks! Very sharp! Great color, great bokeh
Date published: 2022-08-29T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
BON1 from
Sony 24-70 GM II
Upgraded from original GM last month to the new one and absolutely love it. Lighter and smaller with addition of aperture ring on lens, this updated version so much better. Recently tested it out on trip to Donegal and it is def sharper and better lens. Delighted with the upgrade and is welcome addition to my Sony family
Date published: 2022-06-09T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
TheRover8 from
Superb optical quality
Bought this a month ago and have used for family photography. This lens is super sharp and has insanely fast autofocus. It always stays in my camera now!
Date published: 2022-09-13T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Timbo79 from
I’m not sure
I bought this just over a week ago. Whilst testing out the smooth tight feature I noticed it didn’t return back to smooth and made a grinding sound.it locks between 50 and 70mm I took the lense of the camera to inspect it and went back to the shop of purchase. They went off with it and then identified a warp shape to the ring. The lense locks and then suddenly gives and moves. It’s now off to Sony for warranty repair but I must say having used Sony for the last 5 years and always purchase new gear, I’m very disappointed this is obviously faulty and I should have been given an exchange.
Date published: 2022-06-19T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
BON007 from
Sony 24-70 GM II
Upgraded from original GM last month to the new one and absolutely love it. Lighter and smaller with addition of aperture ring on lens, this updated version so much better. Recently tested it out on trip to Donegal and it is def sharper and better lens. Delighted with the upgrade and is welcome addition to my Sony family
Date published: 2022-06-09T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Steve196001 from
Best 24-70 2.8 ever
Just purchased this lens it has amazing focus well built light with amazing controls and exceptional picture quality
Date published: 2022-06-02T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
PEPPUZZO from
GREAT FREATURES
IO BOUGHT THI LENS A FEW DAYS AGO AND I DID NOT HAVE ENOUGH TIME TO TOEST
Date published: 2022-06-01T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Luc38 from
Great lens!
The new SEL2470GM2, much lighter and with optical improvement
Date published: 2022-06-02T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Harstoner from
Wow,
Pairing this lens with my a7RIVA has been a revelation. It is extremely comfortable to handle because of its light weight and small form factor (for a 24-79 f2.8 zoom), AF is close to instantaneous as well as totally silent and the image quality is stellar. The previous 24-79 GM lens was superb (I PX-ed against the MkII) but this is just in a different league.
Date published: 2022-06-17T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Nick_vk from
Amazing photo and video capture
This replaced the 28-70mm kit lens that came with my original Sony A7, and to live on its replacement A7 IV. I had rented the previous version 24-70 F2.8 GM, but it's weight was just far too much. This one, while still relatively heavy, balances superbly with the A7 IV's weight.
The photos and video captured with it so far in trying to get comfortable with the new lens are amazing. The autofocus speed is incredible and the A7 IV I'm using it on nails it nearly every time. It's a joy to use, and a guilty pleasure of a purchase. Using it wide open gives the smoothest, creamiest bokeh. Just for a laugh I tried it on the A7 IV to use as a webcam, it simply looked too good to go back from.
Date published: 2022-06-30T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
PRJ1 from
Super Light 24-70 2.8 gm mk2
Superb piece of engineering that drops the weight significantly. After previously owning the mk 1 version which was still superb the weight and balance is a game changer.
Date published: 2022-07-05T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
bobbievideo from
Perfect zoom video lens
This is the 4th GM 24-70 that we have purchased . Perfect zoom for a Sony cine cameras
Date published: 2023-05-29T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Sandy cook from
Excellent all rounder lens
An excellent general purpose lens. I am mainly an amateur landscape photographer and also own a 35mm GM prime lens.
Date published: 2023-03-15T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Ionutmarian9 from
Best lenses
Pure quality, nothing wrong. I’m so happy with these lens. Low light? No problem for him. Thank you Sony
Date published: 2023-03-28T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Karlos2904 from
Great lens
Read the reviews before buying...can confirm ..compact and brilliant
Date published: 2023-09-05T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
AndyAshford from
No regrets.
I've had this lens for a month now, to give chance for a fair assessment. The lens is both lighter and shorter, than it's MKI predecessor. Paired with the A7rv body, autofocus is fast and accurate. Images look great with sharp images and good bokeh, dependant upon settings. This was worth taking the time to save, rather than take a third party or the MKI lens. Service at WEX Photographic in London was superb. I have no regrets and would recommend the lens.
Date published: 2023-09-20T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
mmichalowicz from
Amazing
Extremely good lens. Had previous one and I can say it's faster (AF).
Very happy with this product.
Date published: 2023-09-22T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Yohann s from
Great lens my go to do everything
It’s an awsome a bit pricy but all together its sharp an accurate in colors and very fast on focus
Date published: 2023-12-05T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Issameddinamri from
The GM II 24-70 2.8 is worth the money
The lightweight is so noce for handheld , focus is fast and sharpness is good
Date published: 2023-12-05T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
KDG21 from
Outstanding Lens
This lens is beyond expectation. Its stunning images keeps you ignite your interest in photography
Date published: 2023-12-15T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Kevast from
Superb quality
An excellent lens that oozes sharpness and joyful colour rendition. A must for all Sony users
Date published: 2023-11-01T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
MarcherWA from
The lens that does it all!!
I watched jealously as I saw others use and review this great lens until I got it myself and wow if it’s not my daily go too for literally everything!! The precise, clear, stable photos that come from this lens has me mind blown. If you are on the fence from the first gen, you won’t be disappointed with upgrading to mark II.
Date published: 2023-12-17T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
acronlo from
Excellent lens and sharp images
Ease of use and light weight. Image is its strength. Love to carry them for travel shootings.
Date published: 2024-01-01T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
jackrussell2147 from
Best lens I've ever owned
I bought this lens about a fortnight ago to use with a new A7rV body purchased at the same time. Although my experience with the lens is somewhat short-term, the results I have obtained so far are superb - well worth the money.
Date published: 2024-01-14T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Bbpete from
Good all round lens
Nearly every photo is sharp colour is good from portrait to landscape it’s got it all
Date published: 2024-01-16T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Wrighth1 from
Excellent lens razor sharp
Great lens for general travel coupled with a 70-200 and a 1.4 teleconvertor. Taking it on holiday next month replacing a 24-240 lens sp will see the diffetence
Date published: 2024-02-16T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
MikeAt from
Really beautiful lens!
I bought this lens just over a week ago, so very pleased with the quality of the build and the smoothness and quietness of operation, also the sharpness is unbelievable!
Date published: 2024-03-24T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
AlanC1959 from
FE 200-600 lens
I bought this lens just over a month ago and I couldn’t be any more happier with it. The lens is exactly right for wildlife photography
Date published: 2024-04-28T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Doug75 from
A masterpiece.
This lens is exceptionally sharp from 24-70mm.
The Bokeh is especially pleasing at 70mm. The 24-70 GM II is 16mm shorter than the old version which makes the lens feel more balanced with the a7r v. It's also lighter with 695 grams vs 886 gram on the old version. Bravo Sony, keep pushing the boundaries!
Date published: 2024-03-16T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Jkart from
Superb in every way
I have loved every minute with this lens, great sharpness and super contrast. A must for you'd kit bag
Date published: 2024-08-12T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
ccalberti from
Breath-taking quality.
This GM II lens is on a lar with my Leica M and L-mount lenses, which is a high compliment.
Date published: 2024-08-15T00:00:00-04:00