Introducing the world’s widest full–frame constant F2.8 aperture zoom lens1with 12–24mm focal length. The ultra–wide 12mm fills your frame with full scenes of Landscapes, architecture, street views and even sports. Furthermore, the fast F2.8 aperture captures breath taking night scenes, starry skies and low–light images whether indoors or out and without having to over increase ISO or slowing your shutter speed.
The FE 12-24mm F2.8 GM incorporates three extremely precise XA (extreme aspherical) elements -manufactured to 0.01-micron surface precision -in an innovative optical design that achieves stunning G Master resolution throughout the image area, while deliveringsmooth, creamy bokeh in out-of-focus areas.The largest XAelement ever made for an Alpha lens is first in the optical path, followed by one more XA elementsand an aspherical elementwith the final XA element at the back of the lens group, effectively minimizingastigmatism, coma and field curvature for incredibly sharp images from the center, right out to the image edges.
The dust and moisture resistant2design make this lens appropriate for heavy-duty outdoor use, especially when combined with a camera that employs weather resistant measures,providingthe reliability needed in challenging conditions.
Get a unique perspective through close-up, wide angle shooting. Thanks to significant aberration reduction achieved by the floating focus mechanism, the FE 12-24mm F2.8 GM realizes a constant 11″ (0.28-meter)minimum focusing distance throughout the zoom range with a with a max. magnification of 0.14x. Being an internal focus lens, its length remains constant while focusing, so its center of gravity varies very little. This makes it ideal for balanced, easy handling and great for use on gimbals, with matte boxes and in housings.
