Here is a side by side comparison of the Sony FE 12-24mm f/4 G vs Canon EF 11-24mm f/4L wide-angle zoom lenses.
The FE 12-24mm f/4 G is a full-frame-compatible ultra-wide angle lens for Sony’s E-mount mirrorless system. The lens uses a ‘Direct Drive Supersonic Wave Motor’ and it is dust and weather resistant.
Sony users can also use the EF 11-24mm f/4L USM on an E-mount camera with the help of the EF-E Smart Adapter. So we’ve decided to make a comparison of Sony FE 12-24mm f/4 G vs Canon EF 11-24mm f/4L lenses to see the differences.
Sony FE 12-24mm f/4 G vs Canon EF 11-24mm f/4L Specs Comparison
| Sony FE 12-24mm f/4 G | Canon EF 11-24mm f/4L |
|---|---|
| Focal Length: 12 – 24mm | Focal Length: 11 – 24mm |
| Maximum Aperture: f/4 | Maximum Aperture: f/4 |
| Camera Mount: Sony E | Camera Mount: Canon EF |
| Format Compatibility: Full-Frame 35mm | Format Compatibility: Full-Frame 35mm |
| Angle of View 122° – 84° | Angle of View: 126° 5′ – 84° |
| Minimum Focus Distance 11.02″ (28 cm) | Minimum Focus Distance: 11.02″ (28 cm) |
| Elements/Groups: 7 / 13 | Elements/Groups: 16 / 11 |
| Diaphragm Blades: 7 Rounded | Diaphragm Blades: 9 Rounded |
| Autofocus: Yes | Autofocus: Yes |
| Filter Thread: None | Filter Thread: Rear |
| Dimensions (DxL): 3.5 x 4.6″ | Dimensions (DxL): 4.3 x 5.2″ |
| Weight 1.24 lb (565 g) | Weight: 2.6 lb (1180 g) |
| Price: $1,698 | Price: $2,999 |
So, the Sony lens has 7 elements and 13 groups. Just how does that work?
I think the data’s reversed here.
It’s supposed to say 17 elements in 13 groups.