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I have been looking for a long telephoto for months and tested virtually every other lens for Sony e-mount including the original version of this lens (not so good) with my A7R IVA. Every single one had an unacceptably high rate of out of focus and soft focus shots under many conditions.
Up to this point I had resisted buying this lens because of the price. Finally after exhausting virtually all other cheaper possibilities I spent the money!
I am happy to report it was the best money I have ever spent! This lens is beyond good it is insanely good and the best lens I have ever used in nearly every category. I went from an estimated 30% keeper rate with most other lenses to a 95% keeper rate with this lens! The auto focus accuracy, sharpness, and picture quality are off the charts and my customers have been astounded by the quality!
I cannot say enough about this lens coupled with the A7R IVA. It is mind blowingly good both for portrait and sports coverage and produces spectacular results with the right body!
I should mention it destroys the cheaper shorter range 70-180mm from a competing manufacturer.
Also be careful listening to biased influencers that profit financially or from receiving early access to new products. They may claim "the video is not sponsored" but receiving early (often pre-production) access to hot new products can also benefit them in terms of video views. What do you think happens to the early access a manufacturer gives them if their last product review was negative?
Bottom line is I do not write many glowing reviews but after spending a few weeks doing shoots with this lens I could not be happier!
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| lens type | Wide Angle | Standard | Wide Angle | Standard | Wide Angle | Wide Angle |
| compatible mountings | ALC-SH149 | Sony E | Sony E | Sony E | Sony E | Sony E |
| lens design | Zoom | Zoom | Zoom | Prime | Zoom | Zoom |
| focus type | Auto Focus | Auto Focus | Auto Focus | Auto/Manual | Auto Focus | Auto Focus |
| minimum focal length | — | 24 millimeters | 16 millimeters | 35 millimeters | 16 millimeters | 16 millimeters |
| max focal length | — | — | 35 millimeters | 35 millimeters | — | 28 millimeters |
| fixed focal length | 35 millimeters | 70 millimeters | 35 millimeters | 35 millimeters | 35 millimeters | 28 millimeters |
| real angle of view | 107 degrees | 69.9 degrees | — | 44.8 degrees | 123.7 degrees | 83.2 degrees |
| model name | SEL1635GM | FBASNSEL2470GM2 | SELP1635G | SEL35F14GM | Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II | 16-28 F2.8 DG DN Contemporary Sony-E Mount |
| max aperture | 2.8 f stop | 2.8 f stop | 4 f stop | 1.4 millimeters | — | 2.8 f stop |
| diaphragm blades | 11 | 11 | 7 | 11 | 9 | 9 |
From the manufacturer
Sony SEL1635GM lens
Explore the world in wide-angle detail
G Master performance in a wide-angle F2.8 16–35 mm zoom offers a wealth of opportunity to capture subjects in creative new ways. No matter what zoom setting or focus distance you shoot, this lens delivers consistently superb resolution from corner to corner, with stunning background bokeh.
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High corner-to-corner resolution
Uncompromised optical design achieves extremely high corner-to-corner resolution and contrast for landscape, architecture, and other expansive subjects.
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Gorgeous background bokeh
Shoot close at F2.8 to capture sharp subjects with dynamic, painterly backgrounds consisting of delightfully smooth bokeh.
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A perfect balance of resolution and bokeh
An advanced optical design that includes two Sony XA (extreme aspherical) elements achieves outstanding resolution, low distortion, and smooth, beautiful bokeh.
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Light and compact for high mobility
Class-leading size and weight reductions make this 680-gram lens an ideal match for compact E-mount bodies, providing an eminently portable, easily manageable system.
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Love the versatility of 70-200 for everyday shoot or a professional setting. for the lens functions the focus ring is at the very end of the lens which is great I love the fact the zoom ring is closer to the body for comfort and stability when you are shooting. the aperture ring is small enough for rotation with click and no lock function for quite aperture adjustment while shooting video. AF switch DMF and Focus Range are in a great stop if you are shooting portrait or landscape also included OSS mode and mode are great I usually use 1 but for video i would use 3 i would play around it all is a personal preference. The weight is up there it's lighter then the MRKI for sure but it will get heavy with long trip if you are nature photographer but don't get me wrong it's worth the haul. Auto focus speed is absolutely stunning for fast transitions. Also, the internal zoom is great for video when you use a gamble is fantastic there still is going to be weight shift but obviously not even close ot the telescopic external zoom. over all if money if not a problem 100% buy it but if you are looking at the G or the M+GM MRKI save the money if you can and get the MKR II.
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- Reviewed in the United States on September 7, 2018Style: SEL2470GMVerified PurchaseSony has really set a new precedent with their GM glass and this really showcases it. They've somehow figured out how to encapsulate all of the desirable optical qualities you'd get with a very good prime into a zoom.
Everything People Say It Is And More!
Reviewed in the United States on September 7, 2018
Previously, I wouldn't have even considered shooting a zoom for anything really important, but this lens changed all that. Even the bokeh is pleasant and very usable.
It's great not having to lug 5 lenses around with me everywhere I go and risk getting dust on the sensor when I'm changing them. It's also refreshing having the freedom to focus solely on the photography side of things without having to worry about the equipment.
I've heard people call this lens heavy, and it's no lie. It is is among the heavier ones I've used. You can feel the quality of its construction in it's sheer density and mass. With the grip, it's not badly balanced, but without it, I don't know how I would manage it. That's really the only caveat that comes with this lens that I've found so far - you've got to possess the strength to wield it.
Autofocus is very fast on my A7rii, but insanely fast on the A7riii. the colors are very nice, a bit on the cool side, which I prefer, and contrast is excellent. It's also a very sharp lens, even at f/2.8.
I also own the 28-105mm G now and I'd say this one is a bit better optically, at least to my taste. If being able to push the bokeh further and having that extra 1.2 stops of light matters to you, I'd go with this one. If having the extra range and a slightly lighter lens is a top priority, then opt for the 70-105. Or you can always buy both of them, because they're both amazing in their own ways. Lol
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- Reviewed in the United States on September 22, 2024Style: SEL70200GMVerified PurchaseI do all kinds of photography and since I bought this lens over a year ago, it’s been my every day lens. The build quality is top notch. The autofocus is fast and accurate. The image quality is second to none with super sharp replication. The color contrast is what you would expect from a lens at this price range. The weight takes a little getting used to but it’s tolerable. As far as the value, it’s definitely worth the money. I have many lenses and I always find myself coming back to this one. I even have other GM IIs but they don’t have the reach that this one does. Sure this is not the lens for wide angle shots or other niche type shots but for an all around lens, I’m very satisfied.
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- TheBirdNestReviewed in Canada on May 6, 2024
Sharp lens and great focal range
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Eduardo SiqueiraReviewed in Brazil on April 26, 2022
Excelente lente!
Style: SEL2470GMVerified Purchase - Ryan DowningReviewed in the United Arab Emirates on December 17, 2024
Best lens by Sony
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