Sony
Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II
Standard zoom · 695 g · XD linear
95
/ 100
From $2,298
VS
Nikon
Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S
Telephoto zoom · VR · 1360 g
95
/ 100
From $2,699
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II lands at 95 and Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S at 95. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II if…
- ✓Much lighter than v1
- ✓Superb AF speed
- ✓Zero focus breathing
Pick Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S if…
- ✓Tack-sharp across range
- ✓Excellent VR stabilization
- ✓Teleconverter compatible
Score breakdown
Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II
95 sharpness 96
af 98
build 94
value 86
Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S
95 sharpness 98
af 94
build 98
value 86
Specs side-by-side
Spec
Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II
Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S
Mount
Sony E
Nikon Z
Aperture
f/2.8
f/2.8
Weight
695 g
1360 g
Filter size
82 mm
77 mm
Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II
Pros
- +Much lighter than v1
- +Superb AF speed
- +Zero focus breathing
Cons
- −Still expensive
- −No IS (relies on body IBIS)
- −Hood rattle complaints
Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S
Pros
- +Tack-sharp across range
- +Excellent VR stabilization
- +Teleconverter compatible
Cons
- −Heavy
- −Pricey
- −Handholding with TC challenging
FAQ: Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II vs Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S
Which is better, Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II or Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S? +
Both score 95 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II worth the price? +
At $2,298, Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II delivers a Specdex score of 95 — strongest in af.
Is Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S worth the price? +
At $2,699, Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S delivers a Specdex score of 95 — strongest in sharpness.
Does Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II or Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.