Canon RF 28-70mm f/2.8 IS STM
Sony FE SEL50F25G 50mm
What Buyers Say
Canon RF 28-70mm f/2.8 IS STM
The Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS USM lens receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its sharpness, fast autofocus, and lightweight design. Users appreciate it as a versatile upgrade from kit lenses, especially for mirrorless cameras like the R7 and R5 Mark II. A single negative review is due to a delivery issue, not product quality.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Lightweight and compact design
- Great value for the price
- Versatile for various settings
Cons
- Possible delivery mismanagement
Sony FE SEL50F25G 50mm
The Sony FE 50mm f/2.5 G lens is widely praised for its sharpness, compact size, and fast autofocus. Users appreciate its lightweight design for travel and everyday use, though some note the aperture could be wider. A minor quality control issue with a dot on the lens element was reported, but overall satisfaction remains high.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Compact and lightweight
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Excellent for travel
- Manual aperture ring
Cons
- Limited maximum aperture (f/2.5)
- Quality control issue (dot on lens element)
- Small hood design is unusual
Scores
Specifications
| Canon RF 28-70mm f/2.8 IS STM | Sony FE SEL50F25G 50mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 28 mm | 50 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 70 mm | 50 mm |
| Elements | 14 | 9 |
| Groups | 11 | 9 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2★ | 1 |
| ED Elements | 2★ | 1 |
| Coating | Super Spectra Coating (SSC) | Multi-Coated |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.5 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | — | 7★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon RF | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.49 kg | 0.17 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 49 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM★ | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 5.5 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 270 mm★ | 310 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.24x★ | 0.21x |
Pros & Cons
Canon RF 28-70mm f/2.8 IS STM
- Strong stabilization (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong aperture (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong bokeh (87th percentile)87th %ile
Sony FE SEL50F25G 50mm
- Strong build (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong social proof (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (66th percentile)
- Below average bokeh (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Pricing
Sony FE SEL50F25G 50mm offers 1.3x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 8 of 22 specs.
