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Sony FE 20-70mm F4 G

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Sony FE 20-70mm F4 G

Focal length
20–70 mm
Aperture
f/4
Weight
488 g
Filter diameter
72 mm
Min. focus distance
25 cm
Length
99 mm
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At a Glance

The 20-70 mm is a standard zoom for Sony E-mount full frame that starts wider than typical standard zooms, at 20 mm. The aperture stays at f/4 throughout. A magnification of 1:2.56 (0.39x) at 25 cm minimum focus distance covers close-ups as well. It weighs 488 g and suits everyday shooting and travel.

Good for

  • Everyday
  • Travel

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Technical Specifications

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Min. focal length
20 mm
Max. focal length
70 mm
Max. aperture (min. zoom)
f/4
Max. aperture (max. zoom)
f/4
Min. aperture
f/22
Elements
16
Groups
13
Weight
488 g (1.08 lb)
Filter diameter
72 mm
Min. focus distance
30 cm at 20 mm · 25 cm at 70 mm
Max. magnification
1:2.6 (0.39×)
Length
99 mm (3.9 in)
Diameter
78.7 mm (3.1 in)
Released
March 2023

Manufacturer data: sony.de

Last checked: October 13, 2026 (against the manufacturer data) · How we check

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Which cameras does the Sony FE 20-70mm F4 G fit?

The Sony FE 20-70mm F4 G is a full-frame lens for Sony E-Mount cameras. On full-frame bodies it uses the whole sensor; on APS-C Sony E-Mount cameras its field of view equals 30-105 mm in full-frame terms.

Sony E-Mount cameras

Full frame:
Sony A7R VI,Sony A7 V,Sony FX2,Sony A1 II,Sony A9 III,Sony A7C II,Sony A7CR,Sony ZV-E1,Sony A7R V,Sony A7 IV,Sony A1,Sony FX3,Sony A7S III,Sony A7C,Sony FX6,Sony A7R IV (A7R IVA),Sony A9 II,Sony FX9,Sony A7 III,Sony A7R III (A7R IIIA),Sony A9,Sony A7R II,Sony A7S II,Sony A7 II,Sony A7S,Sony A7,Sony A7R
APS-C:
Sony ZV-E10 II,Sony A6700,Sony FX30,Sony ZV-E10,Sony A6600,Sony A6100,Sony A6400,Sony A6500,Sony A6300,Sony QX1 (ILCE-QX1),Sony A6000,Sony A5100,Sony A3500,Sony A5000,Sony A3000,Sony NEX-5T,Sony NEX-3N,Sony NEX-6,Sony NEX-5R,Sony NEX-F3,Sony NEX-7,Sony NEX-5N,Sony NEX-C3,Sony NEX-5,Sony NEX-3

Sony FE 20-70mm F4 G compared

Key specs side by side with the most similar Sony E-Mount lenses.

LensSony FE 20-70mm F4 GSony FE 24-70mm F4 ZA OSS Zeiss Vario Tessar T*Samyang 24-70MM F2.8 AFSigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG DN Art
Focal length20-70 mm24-70 mm24-70 mm24-70 mm
Max. aperturef/4f/4f/2.8f/2.8
Weight488 g426 g1,027 g830 g
Filter diameter72 mm67 mm82 mm82 mm
Min. focus distance25 cm40 cm35 cm18 cm
Length99 mm94.5 mm128.5 mm125 mm
Autofocusyesyesyesyes
Image stabilizationnoyesnono
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Sony FE 20-70mm F4 G: FAQ

Does the Sony FE 20-70mm F4 G have autofocus?

Yes, the Sony FE 20-70mm F4 G has autofocus.

Does the Sony FE 20-70mm F4 G have image stabilization?

No, the Sony FE 20-70mm F4 G has no stabilization of its own. On cameras with in-body image stabilization (IBIS) the image is still stabilized.

How much does the Sony FE 20-70mm F4 G weigh?

The Sony FE 20-70mm F4 G weighs 488 g. It is 99 mm long with a diameter of 78.7 mm.

What filter size does the Sony FE 20-70mm F4 G use?

The Sony FE 20-70mm F4 G takes 72 mm screw-in filters.

How close can the Sony FE 20-70mm F4 G focus?

The minimum focus distance of the Sony FE 20-70mm F4 G is 25 cm, measured from the sensor plane.

Is the Sony FE 20-70mm F4 G a full-frame lens?

Yes, the Sony FE 20-70mm F4 G covers full frame. On APS-C cameras its field of view equals 30-105 mm in full-frame terms.

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