The Sony FE 12-24mm f/2.8 GM is a full-frame ultra-wide zoom lens for Sony E mount, covering 12–24mm at a constant f/2.8 aperture, with weather sealing, a built-in lens hood, and 17 elements in 14 groups — making it a versatile choice for landscape, astro, street and video photography.
Key Specifications
- Focal length: 12–24mm (ultra-wide zoom)
- Maximum aperture: f/2.8 constant across the full zoom range
- Lens construction: 17 elements in 14 groups
- Aperture blades: 9 (rounded)
- Minimum focus distance: 0.28m
- Filter thread: None — 98mm diameter front element with built-in hood; rear gel filter slot available
- Weather sealing: Yes — dust and moisture resistant
- Weight / length: 847g / 137mm
- Lens mount: Sony E mount (full-frame FE)
- Series: Sony G Master (GM)
Who is the Sony FE 12-24mm f/2.8 GM for?
This lens was built for photographers who need the widest possible perspective without sacrificing light. At 12mm you get a dramatic, sweeping field of view — ideal for astrophotography where the f/2.8 aperture pulls in as much starlight as physically possible at this focal length. Landscape shooters use it to capture foreground-to-horizon compositions in a single frame, and street photographers exploit the exaggerated perspective to place subjects firmly in their environment. It's also a strong choice for mirrorless video work and vlogging, where the wide end provides a cinematic environmental look. The two-stop advantage of f/2.8 versus the Sony FE 12-24mm f/4 G makes a genuine difference in low-light situations — from starry skies to indoor event coverage. The lens pairs best with full-frame bodies like the Sony Alpha 7R V, Sony Alpha 7 IV, or Sony Alpha 1, though it also works on APS-C E-mount bodies where it delivers an effective 18–36mm field of view.
Buying a used Sony FE 12-24mm f/2.8 GM
Picking up this lens second-hand from Sony's GM lineup is a smart move — GM glass holds its optical performance regardless of age, and this lens has no protruding front element to worry about thanks to the built-in hood that's always in place. Every pre-owned copy on Camera-tweedehands.nl is individually photographed so you can inspect the actual item, professionally checked before listing, and covered by a minimum 12 months warranty. With 14-day returns included, buying used here is low-risk.
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