Rent the Sony FE 24mm f/1.4 GM in Canada — a fast, wide G Master prime that’s remarkably small and light for its speed. It’s a favourite for astrophotography, environmental portraits, events, real estate and run-and-gun video on Sony full-frame. Key points:
- Bright f/1.4 aperture for low light, star fields and clean subject separation with smooth bokeh
- Compact and light at around 445g — one of the smallest fast 24mm primes, easy to carry and gimbal-friendly
- G Master optics with two XA and three ED elements for corner-to-corner sharpness and controlled coma
- Fast, quiet Direct Drive SSM autofocus, plus an aperture ring, focus-hold button and 67mm filter thread
Our thoughts
This is the wide prime I’d reach for again and again — f/1.4 for the night sky and dim interiors, but so small and light it never weighs the bag down or unbalances a gimbal. The XA elements keep coma in check, which is exactly what you want for pin-point stars in the corners. For video, the de-clickable aperture ring is a lovely touch. Genuinely hard to fault.
— Will, Founder
Key specifications
| Lens mount |
Sony E |
| Format |
Full-frame |
| Focal length |
24mm |
| Maximum aperture |
f/1.4 |
| Minimum aperture |
f/16 |
| Aperture blades |
11 (rounded) |
| Optical design |
13 elements in 10 groups, incl. 2 XA and 3 ED elements |
| Coatings |
Nano AR Coating; Fluorine front coating |
| Autofocus |
Direct Drive SSM, with internal focus and focus-hold button |
| Controls |
Aperture ring (de-clickable) and AF/MF switch |
| Minimum focus distance |
0.24m (0.8 ft) |
| Maximum magnification |
0.17x |
| Filter thread |
67mm |
| Build |
Dust- and moisture-resistant; approx. 445g (0.98 lb) |
Compatibility & what you might add
- Fits any Sony E-mount body — full-frame Alpha and Cinema Line FX cameras. On an APS-C body it gives roughly a 36mm equivalent field of view.
- Takes standard 67mm screw-in filters — add a polariser for skies and reflections, or an ND for wide-open work in bright light.
- Great for stabilised video on a gimbal thanks to its low weight and internal focus.
- Comparing fast primes? Look at the wider Sony E-mount range for other GM focal lengths, or pair it with a body from our Sony camera line-up.
Q&A
Is it good for astrophotography?
Very — it’s one of the reasons this lens is so popular. The f/1.4 aperture pulls in plenty of light for the night sky, and the two XA (extreme aspherical) elements keep coma and sagittal flare under control, so stars stay tight and point-like right into the corners. The 24mm angle of view is ideal for the Milky Way over a landscape.
How big and heavy is it?
Refreshingly small — around 445g, which is light for a fast 24mm prime. It balances easily on a gimbal and won’t weigh down a run-and-gun kit, so it’s an easy lens to keep on the camera all day. We ship it protected and ready to shoot.
Can I use it for video?
Yes — it’s a strong video lens. The aperture ring can be de-clicked for smooth iris pulls, focus is internal (so the lens doesn’t change length), and autofocus is quiet and quick. Combined with its low weight, it’s a natural fit for gimbal and handheld work.
What filter size does it take?
67mm — a common, affordable thread size shared with several other Sony lenses. A circular polariser or ND filter is a great pairing for wide work; just let us know and we can add one to your order.
Which Sony cameras does it fit?
Any Sony E-mount camera — every full-frame Alpha and Cinema Line FX body, plus Sony APS-C bodies. On full-frame you get the native 24mm wide angle; on APS-C it crops to roughly a 36mm equivalent, which makes a handy everyday focal length.
