Sony
Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II
Prime/Zoom
95
/ 100
From $2,298
VS
Nikon
Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.2 S
S-Line · f/1.2 · Premium glass
95
/ 100
From $2,099
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 NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.2 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…
- ✓Fast autofocus
- ✓Weather-sealed
- ✓Premium optics
Pick Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.2 S if…
- ✓Best 50mm f/1.2 AF lens we've tested
- ✓Internal focus + silent STM
- ✓Edge-to-edge sharpness wide open
Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II 95
vs 95 Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.2 S
Score breakdown
Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II
95 sharpness 95
af 94
build 94
value 84
bokeh 0
Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.2 S
95 sharpness 98
af 95
build 96
value 80
bokeh 96
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II | Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.2 S |
|---|---|---|
| Mount | — | Nikon Z |
| Focal length | — | 50 mm |
| Aperture | — | f/1.2 to f/16 |
| Construction | — | 17 elements / 15 groups |
| Min focus | — | 0.45 m |
| Filter | — | 82 mm |
| Weight | — | 1090 g |
Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II
Pros
- +Fast autofocus
- +Weather-sealed
- +Premium optics
Cons
- −Heavy
- −Expensive
- −Focus breathing varies
Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.2 S
Pros
- +Best 50mm f/1.2 AF lens we've tested
- +Internal focus + silent STM
- +Edge-to-edge sharpness wide open
Cons
- −Heavy at 1090g
- −Pricey
- −Massive front element (filter 82mm)
FAQ: Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.2 S
Which is better, Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II or Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.2 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 sharpness.
Is Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.2 S worth the price? +
At $2,099, Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.2 S delivers a Specdex score of 95 — strongest in sharpness.
Does Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II or Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.2 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.