Sony
FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II
Sony E Mount
The standard telephoto zoom, completely redesigned to be 29% lighter and significantly sharper.
$2,799
Launch priceReleased Oct 2021
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 2.9 years newer.
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Wins
FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II
Wins
AF 135mm F1.8 LAB FE
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AFE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II has higher OIS effectiveness (4.5 stops vs 0 stops)
- AFE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II has lower Min focus distance (40 cm vs 72 cm)
- 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)
- BAF 135mm F1.8 LAB FE has lower Length (145.7 mm vs 200 mm)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this lens size diff to shareFE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II
⌀88 × 200 mm
1045 g (2.30 lb / 36.86 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
AF 135mm F1.8 LAB FE
⌀93 × 146 mm
1235 g (2.72 lb / 43.56 oz)
FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II is 54mm longer and 5mm narrower than AF 135mm F1.8 LAB FE.
FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II is 190 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 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II
- ✓
OIS effectiveness
4.5 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 1 XA, 1 Aspherical, 1 Super ED
- ✓
Optical stabilization
Only FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II supports it
- ✓
Custom function button
Only FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II supports it
- ✓
Min focus distance
40 cm vs 72 cm — lower is better
- ✓
Weight
1045 g vs 1235 g — lower is better
- ✓
Diameter
88 mm vs 93 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Max magnification
0.3 × vs 0.25 × — higher is better
Reasons to choose the AF 135mm F1.8 LAB FE
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 2 Aspherical, 2 HR
- ✓
Control ring
Only AF 135mm F1.8 LAB FE supports it
- ✓
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
- ✓
Length
145.7 mm vs 200 mm — lower is better
Shared specifications
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
Weather sealing
Both support weather sealing
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II
Pros
- ✓Extremely lightweight for an f/2.8 telephoto zoom (only 1045g)
- ✓Virtually instantaneous and silent autofocus with 4 XD Linear motors
- ✓Stunning optical performance and contrast across entire range
- ✓Outstanding built-in Optical SteadyShot stabilization
- ✓Dedicated physical aperture ring with click and lock switches
Cons
- –Very high price tag
- –Lens hood is bulky and can block storage space easily
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 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II
Viltrox AF 135mm F1.8 LAB FE
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.