Sony G SELP28135G.SYX 28-135mm
Canon L-Series RF 20mm f/1.4 L VCM 20mm
What Buyers Say
Sony G SELP28135G.SYX 28-135mm
The Sony FE PZ 28-135mm F4 G OSS lens is highly praised for its image quality, versatility, and robust build, making it a favorite for both video and still photography. Users appreciate the smooth power zoom, silent operation, and useful aperture ring, though some note the zoom speed is too fast for cinematic work and the lens is quite heavy. The included lens cap is widely criticized as cheap, but overall sentiment is very positive, with many calling it a great value for the price.
Pros
- Excellent image quality
- Versatile for video and stills
- Smooth power zoom
- Silent operation
- Useful aperture ring
Cons
- Zoom speed too fast for cinematic use
- Heavy and bulky
- Cheap plastic lens cap
- Non-mechanical zoom prevents snap zooms
- No macro function
Canon L-Series RF 20mm f/1.4 L VCM 20mm
This Canon RF lens lineup receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with users praising exceptional sharpness, fast and silent autofocus, and a lightweight, compact design that is ideal for both photography and video. Many reviewers highlight its outstanding performance for astrophotography, noting minimal coma and excellent star rendering wide open. A few criticisms mention heavy reliance on digital corrections, noticeable uncorrected vignetting, and some distortion, but these are generally seen as acceptable trade-offs for the size, weight, and price. Overall, it is considered a significant upgrade over older EF lenses and a top choice for hybrid shooters.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness
- Fast and silent autofocus
- Lightweight and compact design
- Excellent for astrophotography
- Minimal coma and aberrations
Cons
- Heavy reliance on digital corrections
- Noticeable uncorrected vignetting
- Some distortion and color fringing
- No image stabilization
- Loose, clunking elements (one report)
Scores
Specifications
| Sony G SELP28135G.SYX 28-135mm | Canon L-Series RF 20mm f/1.4 L VCM 20mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 28 mm | 20 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 135 mm | 20 mm |
| Elements | 18 | 15 |
| Groups | 12 | 11 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1 | 2★ |
| ED Elements | 2 | 3★ |
| Coating | Nano AR Coating | Canon SSC (Super Spectra Coating); SWC (Sub-Wavelength structure coating; ASC (Air Sphere Coating); Fluorine protective coating on front element |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/4 | f/16 |
| Min Aperture | f/4 | f/1.4 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 11★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Canon RF |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.42 kg★ | 0.52 kg |
| Filter Thread | 95 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | SSM | VCM |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 400 mm | 200 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.15x | 0.19x★ |
Pros & Cons
Sony G SELP28135G.SYX 28-135mm
- Strong af (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong versatility (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong stabilization (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong optical (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Below average macro (32nd percentile)
Canon L-Series RF 20mm f/1.4 L VCM 20mm
- Strong optical (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong build (68th percentile)
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Pricing
Sony G SELP28135G.SYX 28-135mm offers 2.0x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 3 of 22 specs.
