Sony FE 24-105 mm f/4 G OSS vs Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM

Sony FE 24-105 mm f/4 G OSS

Sony FE 24-105 mm f/4 G OSS

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Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM

Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM

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Sony FE 24-105 mm f/4 G OSS vs Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM

When comparing Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM and Sony FE 24-105 mm f/4 G OSS, which one is better?

1. Compare weight

The lens that weighs the least of the two is Sony FE 24-105 mm f/4 G OSS which weighs 663 g, compared to the loser Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM which weighs 680 g.

Winner: Sony FE 24-105 mm f/4 G OSS

Regarding weight: When it comes to the lens's weight, it's actually more important than many people think that the lens weighs as little as possible — it's simply a pain to lug around a lens that's too heavy when you're photographing or filming for several hours, and a few hundred grams can make a real difference.

2. Compare minimum focusing distance

When it comes to minimum focusing distance, that is how close to the subject the lens can focus, Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM is the winner with a minimum focusing distance of 28 cm. This can be compared with the minimum focusing distance of 38 cm for Sony FE 24-105 mm f/4 G OSS.

Winner: Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM

Regarding minimum focusing distance: The lens's minimum focusing distance determines how close you can photograph your subject, such as a face or an animal. If the minimum focusing distance is 50 cm then you cannot get closer to your subject than 50 cm. Macro lenses often have a very low minimum focusing distance so that you can take close-up shots (macro photography).


Specifications

Full specifications table of Sony FE 24-105 mm f/4 G OSS and Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM:

Sony FE 24-105 mm f/4 G OSS Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM
Sony FE 24-105 mm f/4 G OSSSony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM

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BrandSonySony
Weight663 g680 g
MountSony ESony E
Focal Length24 - 105 mm16 - 35 mm
Largest Aperture42.8
Anamorphic LensNoNo
Minimum Focusing Distance38 cm28 cm
TypeZoomZoom
Filter Thread7782
StabilizationYesMissing
ParfocalYesMissing
Covers a Full Frame Sensor?YesYes
Stabilization TypeSony Optical SteadyShot (OSS)Missing


Camera Verdict

This comparison of Sony FE 24-105 mm f/4 G OSS and Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM was last updated on August 14, 2025.