Sony
The Sony FE 24-50mm f/2.8 G compresses a constant bright f/2.8 standard zoom into a 440 g, travel-friendly package. A 16-element/13-group design with multiple asphericals and ED glass targets high center-to-edge sharpness and well-controlled lateral aberrations, while 11 rounded blades maintain smooth specular highlights when stopped down slightly. Close focus to 0.19 m (wide) or 0.30 m (tele) reaches 0.30× magnification for detail, product or food work. Fast, quiet linear AF and restrained focus breathing suit hybrid video shooters. Although without optical stabilization, pairing with IBIS bodies yields versatile low-light and subject isolation performance across landscapes, documentary scenes, street, portraits and indoor events, replacing heavier 24-70/2.8 options when mobility matters.
