Lens Comparison
Sony FE 100mm f/2.8 Macro GM OSS vs Sony FE 12-24mm f/4 G
Key Differences
- Sony FE 100mm f/2.8 Macro GM OSS has a better max magnification (1.4x vs 0.14x).
- Sony FE 100mm f/2.8 Macro GM OSS has a better aperture blades (11 vs 7).
- Sony FE 100mm f/2.8 Macro GM OSS has a better maximum aperture (f/2.8 vs f/4).
- Sony FE 12-24mm f/4 G has a better weight (565g (1.25 lb) vs 646g (1.42 lb)).
- Sony FE 12-24mm f/4 G has a better length (117.4mm vs 134mm).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 100mm | 12-24mm |
| Lens Type | Prime | Zoom |
| Optical Elements | 17 | 17 |
| Optical Groups | 13 | 13 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.8 | f/4 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 | f/22 |
| Aperture Blades | 11 | 7 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes | Yes |
| Coverage & Angle | ||
| Format Coverage | Full-Frame | Full-Frame |
| Lens Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Angle of View | 24° – 24° | − |
| 35mm Equivalent | − | − |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | XD Linear | DDSSM |
| Focus Limiter | Yes | No |
| AF/MF Switch | Yes | No |
| Min Focus Distance | 26 cm | 28 cm |
| Max Magnification | 1.4x | 0.14x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | Yes | No |
| Aperture Ring | Yes | No |
| Declickable Aperture | Yes | No |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $1,500 | $1,699 |
| Filter Size | 67mm | − |
| Diameter | 79mm | 87.1mm |
| Length | 134mm | 117.4mm |
| Weight | 646g (1.42 lb) | 565g (1.25 lb) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | No |
| Tripod Collar | No | No |
