Sony FE SEL24105G/2 24-105mm
A 24-105mm constant f/4 aperture, Optical SteadyShot stabilization, and dust/moisture sealing make this a versatile all-in-one zoom. Its standout landscape score (83.5/100) and Nano AR/Fluorine coatings reduce flare and smudges for consistent outdoor shooting. Best for travel and landscape photographers who want one durable, high-contrast lens covering wide to short-telephoto.
Snapshot
The 30-Second Version
Outclassed by newer superzooms from Sigma, Tamron, and Nikon. Buy those instead unless you find a clearance deal.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Compact and lightweight for a superzoom 97th
- Effective image stabilization 92th
- Fast and accurate autofocus in good light 92th
Cons
- Soft at the long end, especially wide open
- Slow variable aperture limits low-light use
- Plastic build feels cheap for the price
- Strong competition from newer, sharper alternatives
What owners think
How owner sentiment changed over time
ExclusiveBased on when customers actually wrote their reviews — so you can see whether early praise held up.
Based on 104 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Optics
| Type | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 24 |
| Focal Length Max | 105 |
| Elements | 17 |
| Groups | 14 |
| Aspherical Elements | 4 |
| ED Elements | 3 |
| Coating | Nano AR and Fluorine Coatings |
Aperture
| Max Aperture | 22 |
| Min Aperture | 4 |
| Constant | Yes |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 |
Build
| Mount | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | Yes |
| Weight | 0.7 kg / 1.5 lbs |
| Filter Thread | 77 |
AF & Stabilization
| AF Type | Direct Drive Super Sonic Wave AF Motor |
| Stabilization | Yes |
Focus
| Min Focus Distance | 380 |
| Max Magnification | 0.31x |
vs Competition
The superzoom field has gotten crowded and this lens is showing its age. The Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS is the new sharpness king in this range, while the Tamron 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD offers faster, quieter autofocus. Even the Nikon Z 28-400mm f/4-8 VR, despite its slower aperture, resolves more detail at the long end. For Micro Four Thirds shooters, the Panasonic Leica 50-200mm f/2.8-4 is in a different league optically, though it gives up some reach. The Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM remains the budget benchmark, undercutting this lens while matching its real-world performance.
| Spec | Sony FE SEL24105G/2 24-105mm | Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS | Tamron Di III 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD | Nikon NIKKOR Z 28-400mm f/4-8 VR | Panasonic LUMIX G Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES50200 | Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focal Length | 24-105mm | 16-300mm | 18-300mm | 28-400mm | 50-200mm | 18-135mm |
| Max Aperture | 22 | f/3.5 | f/3.5 | f/4 | f/2.8 | f/3.5 |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E | Fuji X | Nikon Z | Micro Four Thirds | Canon EF-S |
| Stabilization | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | true | true | false | true | true | false |
| Weight (g) | 663 | 615 | 92 | 726 | 655 | 515 |
| AF Type | Direct Drive Super Sonic Wave AF Motor | HLA | VXD linear motor | STM | linear motor | STM |
| Lens Type | zoom | zoom | zoom | zoom | telephoto | zoom |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Af | Bokeh | Build | Macro | Optical | Aperture | User Sentiment | Versatility | Social Proof | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sony FE SEL24105G/2 24-105mm | 54.8 | 28.4 | 54.3 | 34.7 | 96.5 | 24.6 | 80.8 | 91.7 | 91.7 | 81.1 |
| Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS Compare | 54.8 | 84.6 | 58.7 | 85.9 | 98.9 | 77.5 | 0 | 99.6 | 78 | 99 |
| Tamron Di III 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD Compare | 98.3 | 75.5 | 96.4 | 87.8 | 74.3 | 77.5 | 30.2 | 99.2 | 83.1 | 81.1 |
| Nikon NIKKOR Z 28-400mm f/4-8 VR Compare | 86.6 | 78.4 | 51.1 | 81.2 | 97 | 71.8 | 0 | 98.9 | 83.1 | 98.2 |
| Panasonic LUMIX G Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES50200 Compare | 98.3 | 86.4 | 54.8 | 22.9 | 95.9 | 84 | 91.7 | 88.3 | 65.9 | 96.3 |
| Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM Compare | 86.6 | 75.5 | 46.8 | 33.3 | 79.8 | 77.5 | 0 | 96 | 78 | 92.5 |
Price
Value & Pricing
At its current price, this lens is a tough sell. The Sigma 16-300mm and Tamron 18-300mm both deliver sharper results across the frame, often for less money. Unless you find a steep discount, the value proposition has evaporated.
Newegg 4 offers From $870
Best Buy 6 offers From $976
B&H Photo 3 offers From $1,062
Adorama 1 offers From $1,398
Amazon 1 offers From $1,398
Price History
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Verdict
A once-solid superzoom that has been overtaken by newer, sharper, and often cheaper rivals. The drop in score reflects a market that moved on while this lens stood still. Only worth considering at a significant discount.
