Sony Vario-Sonnar 24-70mm f/2.8 ZA T* SSM Review

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Product Overview

Overall rating:

92%

Sony Vario-Sonnar 24-70mm f/2.8 ZA T* SSM

Overall score:92%
Value:90%
Image Quality:90%
Performance:95%
Features:90%
Design:95%

Pros:

  • Streamlined design that makes the lens easy to hold

Cons:

  • Stiff zoom ring is uncomfortable for fingertip rotation

Product:

Sony Vario-Sonnar 24-70mm f/2.8 ZA T* SSM Review

Manufacturer:

Price as reviewed:

£1,419.00

Sample images

Verdict

Overall this is a very good-looking lens that produces consistent results right across the range of commonly-used aperture settings, though at a street price of around £1,300 it's not cheap.

Details

Sample Photos: See sample image gallery
Minimum Aperture:f/22
Filter Thread:77mm
Lens Mount:Sony-type
Focus Method:AF with manual intervention +MF
AF Motor Type:SSM (Super-Sonic Wave Motor)
Minimum Focus:0.34
Other:Fitted with high-torque Super-Sonic Wave Motor.
Lens Construction:17 / 13
Maximum Aperture:f/2.8
Weight:955
35mm Equivalent Focal Length:24-70mm
Dimensions:83 x 111
Focal Length:24-70mm
Maximum Format Size:Full Frame
Date Introduced:2009
  1. 1. Sony Zeiss Vario-Sonnar 24-70mm f/2.8 ZA T* SSM review
  2. 2. Sample images
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