Canon L Advanced Two Lens Kit 17-40mm
Canon
89 Overall Score
vs
Sony G Master FE 50-150mm f/2 GM
Sony
60 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Canon L Advanced Two Lens Kit 17-40mm
No customer feedback yet
Sony G Master FE 50-150mm f/2 GM
85 out of 100 medium confidence 20 reviews
This lens is widely praised for its exceptional sharpness, beautiful bokeh, and versatile focal range, making it a favorite among portrait and event photographers. However, its high price and considerable weight are common concerns, with some users noting it may not replace their prime lenses for all situations. Overall, it is considered a top-tier, albeit expensive, investment for serious shooters.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness
- Beautiful bokeh
- Versatile focal range
- Fast f/2 aperture
- Excellent build quality
Cons
- High price
- Heavy weight
- Not a true prime replacement
- Large size
Image quality 8
Build quality 4
Value for money 5
Weight 3
Focal range 4
Autofocus 2
Scores
Portrait
Professional
Street
Budget
Video Cinema
Macro
Travel
Wildlife Sports
Landscape
Specifications
| Canon L Advanced Two Lens Kit 17-40mm | Sony G Master FE 50-150mm f/2 GM | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | wide-angle | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 17 mm | 50 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 40 mm | 150 mm |
| Elements | 12 | 19 |
| Groups | 9 | 17 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3★ | 2 |
| ED Elements | 1 | 5★ |
| Coating | Super Spectra coating | Nano AR Coating II |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/1.4 | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | f/4 | f/2 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 11★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon EF | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.50 kg★ | 1.34 kg |
| Filter Thread | 77 mm | 95 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | USM | XD linear motors★ |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 40 mm★ | 400 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.24x★ | 0.2x |
Pros & Cons
Canon L Advanced Two Lens Kit 17-40mm
- Strong aperture (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong bokeh (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong af (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong macro (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Sony G Master FE 50-150mm f/2 GM
- Strong optical (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong versatility (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong social proof (72nd percentile)
- Below average build (19th percentile)19th %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
- Below average macro (35th percentile)
Pricing
Canon L Advanced Two Lens Kit 17-40mm
No current pricing available
Sony G Master FE 50-150mm f/2 GM
Verdict
Winner: Canon L Advanced Two Lens Kit 17-40mm
Scores 89 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 21 specs.
