Sony FE 24-105 mm f/4 G OSS vs Zeiss Batis 2.8/18

Sony FE 24-105 mm f/4 G OSS

Sony FE 24-105 mm f/4 G OSS

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Zeiss Batis 2.8/18

Zeiss Batis 2.8/18

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Sony FE 24-105 mm f/4 G OSS vs Zeiss Batis 2.8/18

When comparing Zeiss Batis 2.8/18 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 Zeiss Batis 2.8/18 which weighs 330 g, compared to the loser Sony FE 24-105 mm f/4 G OSS which weighs 663 g.

Winner: Zeiss Batis 2.8/18

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, Zeiss Batis 2.8/18 is the winner with a minimum focusing distance of 25 cm. This can be compared with the minimum focusing distance of 38 cm for Sony FE 24-105 mm f/4 G OSS.

Winner: Zeiss Batis 2.8/18

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 Zeiss Batis 2.8/18:

Sony FE 24-105 mm f/4 G OSS Zeiss Batis 2.8/18
Sony FE 24-105 mm f/4 G OSSZeiss Batis 2.8/18

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BrandSonyZeiss
Weight663 g330 g
MountSony ESony E
Focal Length24 - 105 mm18 mm
Largest Aperture42.8
Anamorphic LensNoNo
Minimum Focusing Distance38 cm25 cm
TypeZoomPrime
Filter Thread7777
StabilizationYesNo
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 Zeiss Batis 2.8/18 was last updated on August 14, 2025.