Lens Comparison
Sony FE 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 GM OSS vs Sony FE 12-24mm f/2.8 GM
Key Differences
- Sony FE 12-24mm f/2.8 GM has a better min focus distance (21 cm vs 98 cm).
- Sony FE 12-24mm f/2.8 GM has a better weight (847g (1.87 lb) vs 1395g (3.08 lb)).
- Sony FE 12-24mm f/2.8 GM has a better maximum aperture (f/2.8 vs f/4.5).
- Sony FE 12-24mm f/2.8 GM has a better length (137.1mm vs 205mm).
- Sony FE 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 GM OSS has a better max magnification (0.35x vs 0.14x).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 100-400mm | 12-24mm |
| Lens Type | Zoom | Zoom |
| Optical Elements | 22 | 17 |
| Optical Groups | 16 | 13 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/4.5 | f/2.8 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/32 | f/22 |
| Aperture Blades | 11 | 11 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes | Yes |
| Coverage & Angle | ||
| Format Coverage | Full-Frame | Full-Frame |
| Lens Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Angle of View | 24° – 6.2° | − |
| 35mm Equivalent | − | − |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | DDSSM | XD Linear |
| Focus Limiter | Yes | No |
| AF/MF Switch | Yes | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 98 cm | 21 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.35x | 0.14x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | Yes | No |
| Aperture Ring | No | Yes |
| Declickable Aperture | No | Yes |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $2,499 | $2,999 |
| Filter Size | 77mm | − |
| Diameter | 93.9mm | 97.6mm |
| Length | 205mm | 137.1mm |
| Weight | 1395g (3.08 lb) | 847g (1.87 lb) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | Yes | No |
