Sony's premium A-mount standard zoom — Zeiss-branded 24-70mm f/2.8 with Carl Zeiss T* coatings.
The Sony Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* 24-70mm f/2.8 launched in 2008 as the professional standard zoom for Sony's A-mount DSLR/SLT system. Carrying the Carl Zeiss brand with T* coatings, it was Sony's answer to Canon and Nikon's 24-70mm f/2.8 lenses.
Optically very good — sharp across the frame with excellent contrast and colour from the Zeiss T* coatings. Constant f/2.8 aperture for consistent exposure. SSM (Super Sonic Motor) autofocus is fast and quiet. Good performance for events and portrait work.
Sony A-mount with 77mm filter thread. Approximately 955g. Weather-sealed dust and moisture resistant construction. Minimum focus distance 34cm. Carl Zeiss T* multi-coating reduces flare. Zeiss branding adds perceived value.
Available used at mid-range prices. A-mount is discontinued — limits future utility. Adapts to Sony E-mount via LA-EA adapters but native FE lenses are preferable. The Zeiss coatings and optics are genuine — good used value for A-mount system owners.