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
Viltrox
AF 135mm F1.8 LAB FE
Sony E Mount
AF 135mm F1.8 LAB FE — 135mm f/1.8 for Sony E, a popular choice in the viltrox lineup.
$999
Launch priceReleased Sep 2024
AF 135mm F1.8 LAB FE is 2.4 years newer.
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Wins
FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II
Wins
AF 135mm F1.8 LAB FE
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AFE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II has lower Min focus distance (21 cm vs 72 cm)
- AFE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II has lower Weight (695 g vs 1235 g)
- BAF 135mm F1.8 LAB FE has lower Max aperture (Wide) (f/1.8 vs f/2.8)
- BAF 135mm F1.8 LAB FE has lower Max aperture (Tele) (f/1.8 vs f/2.8)
- AFE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II has higher Max magnification (0.32 × vs 0.25 ×)
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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AF 135mm F1.8 LAB FE
⌀93 × 146 mm
1235 g (2.72 lb / 43.56 oz)
FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II is 26mm shorter and 5mm narrower than AF 135mm F1.8 LAB FE.
FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II is 540 g lighter than AF 135mm F1.8 LAB FE.
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 Super ED
- ✓
Min focus distance
21 cm vs 72 cm — lower is better
- ✓
Custom function button
Only FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II supports it
- ✓
Weight
695 g vs 1235 g — lower is better
- ✓
Length
120 mm vs 145.7 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Max magnification
0.32 × vs 0.25 × — higher is better
- ✓
Diameter
88 mm vs 93 mm — lower is better
Reasons to choose the AF 135mm F1.8 LAB FE
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 2 Aspherical, 2 HR
- ✓
Max aperture (Wide)
f/1.8 vs f/2.8 — lower is better
- ✓
Max aperture (Tele)
f/1.8 vs f/2.8 — lower is better
Shared specifications
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
Weather sealing
Both support weather sealing
Control ring
Both support control ring
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
AF 135mm F1.8 LAB FE
Pros
- ✓Prime design typically delivers strong sharpness and lighter weight
- ✓Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
- ✓Native Sony E mount compatibility
Cons
- –Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
Decided which one is right for you?
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Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.