Sony
FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II
Sony E Mount
The ultimate standard zoom — incredibly sharp, exceptionally compact, and built for professionals.
$2,299
Launch priceReleased Apr 2022
Tamron
150-500mm F5-6.7 Di III VC VXD
Nikon Z Mount
150-500mm F5-6.7 Di III VC VXD — 150–500mm f/5-6.7 for Nikon Z, a popular choice in the tamron lineup.
$1,399
Launch priceReleased Sep 2023
150-500mm F5-6.7 Di III VC VXD is 1.4 years newer.
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Wins
FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II
Wins
150-500mm F5-6.7 Di III VC VXD
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- B150-500mm F5-6.7 Di III VC VXD has higher OIS effectiveness (5 stops vs 0 stops)
- AFE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II has lower Min focus distance (21 cm vs 60 cm)
- AFE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II has lower Weight (695 g vs 1720 g)
- AFE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II has lower Max aperture (Tele) (f/2.8 vs f/6.7)
- AFE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II has lower Max aperture (Wide) (f/2.8 vs f/5)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II
⌀88 × 120 mm
695 g (1.53 lb / 24.52 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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150-500mm F5-6.7 Di III VC VXD
⌀93 × 212 mm
1720 g (3.79 lb / 60.67 oz)
FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II is 92mm shorter and 5mm narrower than 150-500mm F5-6.7 Di III VC VXD.
FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II is 1025 g lighter than 150-500mm F5-6.7 Di III VC VXD.
Diameter (⌀) is the maximum barrel width; length is measured from the mount to the front of the lens.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose the FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 2 XA (extreme aspherical), 3 Aspherical, 2 ED…
- ✓
Min focus distance
21 cm vs 60 cm — lower is better
- ✓
Weight
695 g vs 1720 g — lower is better
- ✓
Max aperture (Tele)
f/2.8 vs f/6.7 — lower is better
- ✓
Max aperture (Wide)
f/2.8 vs f/5 — lower is better
- ✓
Length
120 mm vs 212.3 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Diameter
88 mm vs 93 mm — lower is better
Reasons to choose the 150-500mm F5-6.7 Di III VC VXD
- ✓
Special elements
Adds Hybrid Aspherical, LD, BBAR-G2
- ✓
OIS effectiveness
5 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
- ✓
Optical stabilization
Only 150-500mm F5-6.7 Di III VC VXD supports it
Shared specifications
Max magnification
Both 0.32 ×
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
Weather sealing
Both support weather sealing
Control ring
Both support control ring
Custom function button
Both support custom function button
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II
Pros
- ✓Outstanding sharpness across the entire zoom range
- ✓Remarkably small and lightweight for an f/2.8 zoom
- ✓Four XD Linear focus motors provide blazing-fast AF tracking
- ✓Excellent close-up magnification
- ✓De-clickable aperture ring and customized function buttons
Cons
- –No built-in optical image stabilization (relies on body IBIS)
- –High launch price
- –Aperture ring can be easily bumped if not locked
150-500mm F5-6.7 Di III VC VXD
Pros
- ✓Versatile zoom range covers multiple focal lengths in one lens
- ✓Built-in optical image stabilization
- ✓Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
Cons
- –Relatively heavy for extended handheld use
- –Slower maximum aperture limits low-light performance
Decided which one is right for you?
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Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II
Tamron 150-500mm F5-6.7 Di III VC VXD
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.