Sony FE 28-60mm f/4-5.6 vs Sony FE 28-70mm f/2 GM
The bottom line
Similar coverage, different speed: the Sony FE 28-70mm f/2 GM opens to f/2 versus the Sony FE 28-60mm f/4-5.6's f/4 — more light and shallower background blur. The Sony FE 28-60mm f/4-5.6 gives that up to stay lighter (167g (5.9 oz)) and cheaper ($499). It comes down to how much you value that extra brightness.
Choose the Sony FE 28-60mm f/4-5.6 if…
- ✓You're on a budget — $499 vs $2,899 leaves more for other gear.
- ✓You value portability — at 167g (5.9 oz) it's lighter than the 918g (2.02 lb) alternative for travel and all-day carry.
Choose the Sony FE 28-70mm f/2 GM if…
- ✓You want more light and background blur — f/2 is faster than f/4, better for low light and subject separation.
- ✓You like close-focus work — 0.23x magnification vs 0.16x.
- ✓You work outdoors — it's weather-sealed against dust and moisture; the other isn't.
Where they differ
- ›Aperture: the Sony FE 28-70mm f/2 GM opens to f/2 vs the Sony FE 28-60mm f/4-5.6's f/4 — more light and shallower depth-of-field.
- ›Focal range: Sony FE 28-60mm f/4-5.6 is 28-60mm, Sony FE 28-70mm f/2 GM is 28-70mm — different framing and reach.
- ›Price: the Sony FE 28-60mm f/4-5.6 is $499, $2,400 under the Sony FE 28-70mm f/2 GM.
- ›Weight: the Sony FE 28-60mm f/4-5.6 is 167g (5.9 oz) vs 918g (2.02 lb) — you'll feel the difference handheld.
- ›Durability: the Sony FE 28-70mm f/2 GM is weather-sealed; the other isn't.
Frequently asked
Is the Sony FE 28-60mm f/4-5.6 or the Sony FE 28-70mm f/2 GM better?
Similar coverage, different speed: the Sony FE 28-70mm f/2 GM opens to f/2 versus the Sony FE 28-60mm f/4-5.6's f/4 — more light and shallower background blur. The Sony FE 28-60mm f/4-5.6 gives that up to stay lighter (167g (5.9 oz)) and cheaper ($499). It comes down to how much you value that extra brightness.
Who should choose the Sony FE 28-60mm f/4-5.6?
Choose the Sony FE 28-60mm f/4-5.6 if you're on a budget — $499 vs $2,899 leaves more for other gear. Choose it if you value portability — at 167g (5.9 oz) it's lighter than the 918g (2.02 lb) alternative for travel and all-day carry.
Who should choose the Sony FE 28-70mm f/2 GM?
Choose the Sony FE 28-70mm f/2 GM if you want more light and background blur — f/2 is faster than f/4, better for low light and subject separation. Choose it if you like close-focus work — 0.23x magnification vs 0.16x. Choose it if you work outdoors — it's weather-sealed against dust and moisture; the other isn't.
What is the main difference between the Sony FE 28-60mm f/4-5.6 and the Sony FE 28-70mm f/2 GM?
Aperture: the Sony FE 28-70mm f/2 GM opens to f/2 vs the Sony FE 28-60mm f/4-5.6's f/4 — more light and shallower depth-of-field.
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 28-60mm | 28-70mm |
| Lens Type | Zoom | Zoom |
| Optical Elements | 9 | 20 |
| Optical Groups | 7 | 14 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/4 | f/2 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 | f/22 |
| Aperture Blades | 7 | 11 |
| Rounded Aperture | No | Yes |
| Coverage & Angle | ||
| Format Coverage | Full-Frame | Full-Frame |
| Lens Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Angle of View | 75° – 40° | 75° – 34° |
| 35mm Equivalent | − | − |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | Stepping | XD Linear |
| Focus Limiter | No | No |
| AF/MF Switch | No | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 30 cm | 38 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.16x | 0.23x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | No | No |
| Aperture Ring | No | Yes |
| Declickable Aperture | No | Yes |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | Yes | Yes |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $499 | $2,899 |
| Filter Size | 40mm | 86mm |
| Diameter | 66.6mm | 92.9mm |
| Length | 45mm | 139.8mm |
| Weight | 167g (5.9 oz) | 918g (2.02 lb) |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No | No |
