Sony FE 35mm F1.4 GM vs Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II

The 35mm F1.4 GM is the sharper, faster, lighter prime and the better pick for low light, portraits and shallow depth of field. The 24-70mm F2.8 GM II replaces three primes with one zoom and is the more versatile choice for events, travel and video. Owners rate the prime near-perfect for image quality; the zoom is praised for its fast autofocus and lighter build than the original. Neither is a compromise on build, but they solve different problems.

• Choose the Sony FE 35mm F1.4 GM if you shoot in low light, want maximum background blur, or prefer a small, light prime on a full-frame body.
• Choose the Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II if you need one lens to cover wide to short telephoto for events, travel or video and want to carry fewer lenses.