Sony FE 24-50mm F2.8 G (SEL2450G)
A compact constant-f/2.8 standard zoom covering 24-50mm at just 440g with a small 67mm thread, aimed at travel, events and hybrid photo/video as a lightweight everyday lens. Its modest range is the tradeoff: you give up the longer reach of a 24-70 for size and weight. It's the right call if portability outranks zoom range, with no stabilization to lean on.
Scores
BreakdownHideOverall62±10Caliber-forward blend — tier caliber + within-tier price rank 30%, value 25%, confidence 20%, compatibility 15%, upgrade path 10% — renormalized over applicable dimensions.
Scores
BreakdownHideCaliber-forward blend — tier caliber + within-tier price rank 30%, value 25%, confidence 20%, compatibility 15%, upgrade path 10% — renormalized over applicable dimensions.
The ± band on the overall score reflects sourcing confidence — wider when fewer specs are verified.
How each score is computed: our scoring methodology.
Specifications
| Spec | Value | Verification |
|---|---|---|
| mount | Sony EFlagged | Flagged |
| coverage | Full-frameFlagged | Flagged |
| focal length | 24 50mmSourced | Sourced |
| max aperture | f/2.8Sourced | Sourced |
| filter thread (mm) | 67Sourced | Sourced |
| stabilized | noSourced | Sourced |
| weight (g) | 440Sourced | Sourced |
5/7 detail specs sourced · 2 flagged for verification. Amber rows are flagged for verification — we show them as reported, not confirmed.
Verdict
Best for
- Compact constant-f/2.8 standard zoom
- Travel and events
- Hybrid photo/video
- Lightweight everyday zoom
Who should skip this
- Reach-hungry shooters — 50mm is the long end, far short of a 70mm
- Handheld video on non-IBIS bodies — there's no OSS to steady footage
- Those wanting one-lens versatility — the short range means a second lens for portraits
Where to buy
List price $1,100
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Ecosystem
Compatibility
Built around Sony E-mount. Make sure the rest of your build uses the same platform before you buy — mismatched sockets, mounts or standards are the most common return reason. Check it in the builder →
Upgrade path
Buying today, the Sony FE 50mm f/1.8 scores higher for less — the smarter pick in lenses unless you specifically want this one. See it →