Canon L EF 17-40mm f/4L USM
Canon
61 Overall Score
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Sony G Master FE 50-150mm f/2 GM
Sony
59 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Canon L EF 17-40mm f/4L USM
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
Travel
Landscape
Budget
Professional
Video Cinema
Wildlife Sports
Street
Portrait
Macro
Specifications
| Canon L EF 17-40mm f/4L USM | Sony G Master FE 50-150mm f/2 GM | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | 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/22 | 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 | 280 mm★ | 400 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.24x★ | 0.2x |
Pros & Cons
Canon L EF 17-40mm f/4L USM
- Strong af (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong optical (78th percentile)
- Strong versatility (76th percentile)
- Below average bokeh (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- 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)
Verdict
Tie
Both products are closely matched - Canon L EF 17-40mm f/4L USM wins 4 specs while Sony G Master FE 50-150mm f/2 GM wins 3.