Is the Sony FE 24-105mm f/4 G OSS worth it over the 24-70mm f/4?

It gives a longer reach and a constant f/4 in one lens, at the cost of extra size and weight. Choose it if you want one zoom for travel and events; pick the 24-70mm if you prefer a smaller kit.

Does it work on APS-C Sony bodies?

Yes, it mounts on E-mount APS-C cameras, where it behaves like a 36-157.5mm equivalent. Full-frame bodies use the full 24-105mm range.

Does it have image stabilization?

Yes, it has Optical SteadyShot built in, which helps on bodies without IBIS and adds to in-body stabilization on newer cameras.

Is the f/4 aperture fast enough for indoor events?

It is workable with higher ISO or flash, but f/2.8 zooms and fast primes gather more light. For dim venues, plan on raising ISO or adding light.

The lens ships with front and rear caps, a lens hood and a soft carrying pouch.

Is it weather sealed?

Sony rates it dust and moisture resistant, and the fluorine coating on the front element helps shed water and dust.

Where is the Sony FE 24-105mm f/4 G OSS FF cheapest?

At Newegg.com, for $789.95, 43% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

Where can I buy the Sony FE 24-105mm f/4 G OSS FF?

16 stores we checked sell it, including Amazon, Newegg.com, Walmart, Sweetwater, Target.

Sony FE 24-105mm f/4 G OSS FF

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What reviewers say

Owners and reviewers treat it as a dependable all-round zoom with good sharpness and useful stabilization. Most criticism centers on its size and weight and on the f/4 aperture for low light.

What people mention

SharpnessPraisedReviewers find it sharp across most of the frame, with the long end slightly softer wide open.
Size and weightCriticisedOwners note it is heavier and bulkier than the 24-70mm f/4 alternatives.
StabilizationPraisedOptical SteadyShot is reported to help handheld stills and video.
ApertureMixedThe constant f/4 is convenient but limits subject separation and low-light shooting.
BuildPraisedOwners describe the barrel as solid and well sealed against dust and moisture.
DistortionCriticisedSome barrel distortion and vignetting show at 24mm before in-camera correction.

About the Sony FE 24-105mm f/4 G OSS FF

The Sony FE 24-105mm f/4 G OSS is a full-frame E-mount zoom lens that covers wide-angle to short-telephoto focal lengths. It has a constant f/4 maximum aperture across the zoom range. The aperture range is f/4 to f/22.

The optical design has four aspherical elements, including two Advanced Aspherical elements, which reduce spherical aberration and distortion. Three extra-low dispersion elements minimize color fringing and chromatic aberration. A Nano AR Coating reduces surface reflections, flare, and ghosting, and a fluorine coating is also applied. A rounded nine-blade diaphragm is used for selective focus shots.

Optical SteadyShot image stabilization reduces camera shake when shooting handheld at slower shutter speeds. It can also be combined with the sensor-shift image stabilization of select cameras. The lens weighs around 1.5 lb.

Mount

Sony E-mount

Format

Full-frame

Focal length

24-105mm

Aperture

Constant f/4 maximum, f/4 to f/22 range

Elements

4 aspherical (including 2 Advanced Aspherical), 3 extra-low dispersion

Coatings

Nano AR Coating, fluorine coating