Sony G SELP28135G.SYX 28-135mm
Canon RF 35mm f/1.4 L VCM 35mm
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 RF 35mm f/1.4 L VCM 35mm
The Canon RF 35mm f/1.4L VCM is widely praised for its exceptional sharpness, fast and silent autofocus, and beautiful rendering. Users highlight its versatility for portraits, landscapes, street photography, and even astrophotography, with minimal chromatic aberration and distortion when corrections are applied. A few note the reliance on digital corrections for distortion and vignetting, and some find the price steep, but the overwhelming sentiment is that it delivers outstanding image quality in a lighter, well-balanced package.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness wide open
- Fast and silent autofocus
- Beautiful bokeh and rendering
- Minimal chromatic aberration
- Versatile for multiple genres
Cons
- Relies on digital corrections for distortion
- High price point
- Noticeable vignetting without correction
- Some coma in extreme corners for astro
- No image stabilization
Scores
Specifications
| Sony G SELP28135G.SYX 28-135mm | Canon RF 35mm f/1.4 L VCM 35mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 28 mm | 35 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 135 mm | 35 mm |
| Elements | 18 | 14 |
| Groups | 12 | 11 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1 | 2★ |
| ED Elements | 2 | 2 |
| Coating | Nano AR Coating | Air Sphere (ASC) Coating |
| 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★ | 0.56 kg |
| Filter Thread | 95 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | SSM | Nano USM★ |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4 stops | 7 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 400 mm | 280 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.15x | 0.21x★ |
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 RF 35mm f/1.4 L VCM 35mm
- Strong af (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong user sentiment (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong optical (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong social proof (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Pricing
Canon RF 35mm f/1.4 L VCM 35mm offers 3.8x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 2 of 22 specs.
