The Sony FE 24-70mm f/4 ZA OSS is a very attractive lens on several fronts. The size and weight are very convenient. The AF performance is good. The lens looks great and has a comfortable luxury feel. The image quality is decent

Wow, this my's well be 4 prime lenses in one, sharpness and resolution, build quality all top notch, fast focus and colors are Zeiss quality. Forget the new Canon 24-70 II, this kicks it's ass

Sharpness and resolution; build quality; black

A little heavy; but that's fine with all the great glass

One of the key elements of a system is the availability of - hopefully decent - standard zoom lenses. Sony released two of them straight from the start of its new full format mirrorless cameras.

After seeing superb results from the two Sony/Zeiss FE primes, the 55mm ƒ/1.8 and 35mm ƒ/2.8 , we had high hopes that the Zeiss-branded 24-70 ƒ/4 lens would be another excellent piece of glass.

Suitable for shooting portraits, landscapes and general photography, this lens is a natural ‘walk-around’ partner for the α7 cameras, partly because of its size but also because it has been designed for high-performance cameras.

Even though the lens is limited to f/4 it performs well in most conditions. With greater use the images are getting better and better with various menu settings and using the higher ISO to advantage. The backlit sensor really comes into its own compared to previous Canon cameras I have used.

Ease of Use, Quality, Features, Design

Durability, Value for Money

Even though the lens is limited to f/4 it performs well in most conditions. With greater use the images are getting better and better with various menu settings and using the higher ISO to advantage. The backlit sensor really comes into its own compared to previous Canon cameras I have used.

I’ve used this lens for weddings, christenings, families and children, holidays, architecture and landscapes, all on my Sony A7Rii. Although I’m normally a Prime lens fan - my favourite is the brilliant Sony-Zeiss f1.8 55mm - I’ve found that the Zoom advantages of better framing with concomitant...