Sony FE 28-60mm f/4-5.6 vs Samyang AF 24-70mm f/2.8
Samyang AF 24-70mm f/2.8 has more in its favour on paper. The AF 24-70mm f/2.8 gathers more light for low light and background blur; the FE 28-60mm f/4-5.6 is lighter and cheaper. The Sony lens is the mount maker's own, while the Samyang is a third-party alternative.
Choose the FE 28-60mm f/4-5.6 for
- less weight (167g vs 645g)
- a lower price (about £130 vs £410)
Choose the AF 24-70mm f/2.8 for
- a brighter maximum aperture (f/2.8, about 1.0 stops more light)
- more reach (70mm vs 60mm)
- a wider starting focal length (24mm vs 28mm)
- a constant aperture through the zoom range
| FE 28-60mm f/4-5.6 | AF 24-70mm f/2.8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sony | Samyang |
| Focal length | 28-60mm | 24-70mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/4-5.6 | f/2.8 |
| Weight | 167 g | 645 g |
| Stabilisation | No | No |
| Weather sealing | Yes | Yes |
| Filter size | 40.5mm | 82mm |
| Made for | Full frame | Full frame |
| New price | £449 | £899 |
| Used at MPB (Sony E / FE) | £126–£126 | £414–£414 |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Sony FE 28-60mm f/4-5.6 better than the Samyang AF 24-70mm f/2.8?
The FE 28-60mm f/4-5.6 offers less weight (167g vs 645g), a lower price (about £130 vs £410); the AF 24-70mm f/2.8 offers a brighter maximum aperture (f/2.8, about 1.0 stops more light), more reach (70mm vs 60mm), a wider starting focal length (24mm vs 28mm).
Which is better value, the FE 28-60mm f/4-5.6 or the AF 24-70mm f/2.8?
On Sony E / FE, the Sony FE 28-60mm f/4-5.6 costs about £130 against about £410 for the Samyang AF 24-70mm f/2.8 (MPB used where listed, otherwise new; checked 5 November 2026).
Is f/2.8 worth it over f/4?
f/2.8 gathers about 1.0 stops more light, which helps indoors, at night and for background blur. If you mostly shoot in good light, the slower lens is usually lighter and cheaper.
Do both lenses fit the same cameras?
Both are available for Sony E / FE.