Used Sony FE 24-70mm f/4 ZA OSS Vario-Tessar T* for Sale — From £194 | UsedLens.co.uk

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Sony's first full-frame standard zoom, a Zeiss-branded f/4 covering 24-70mm.

The Sony FE 24-70mm f/4 ZA OSS Vario-Tessar T* was launched in 2013 as one of Sony's earliest FE-mount lenses, introduced alongside the original A7 and A7R when native FE glass was extremely limited. As a Zeiss-branded zoom with built-in OSS stabilisation it provided a premium standard zoom option for the new full-frame mirrorless system. The Vario-Tessar name references the Zeiss Tessar optical formula lineage; T* is Zeiss's trademark anti-reflection coating system. It served as the default full-range standard zoom for early A7-series users and established the quality baseline for the FE system.

The optical design uses 12 elements in 10 groups with Zeiss T* anti-reflection coating for contrast and flare resistance. The 67mm filter thread is less common in Sony's FE ecosystem — a step-up ring will be needed for most standard filter collections. At 426g the lens is substantially lighter than the FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM, a direct reflection of the slower maximum aperture and more compact formula. The constant f/4 aperture provides consistent exposure across the zoom range. Built-in Optical SteadyShot (OSS) provides image stabilisation; Sony does not publish an official stop-compensation figure for this lens. A minimum focus distance of 0.40m is consistent throughout the zoom range, allowing close environmental framing at any focal length. Autofocus is adequate for general use but slower than Sony's later G and G Master lenses. Build is metal and quality plastic with no official weather sealing specification.

For travel and everyday photography the 24-70mm f/4 covers the most useful focal range in one lens at a manageable weight. OSS provides effective stabilisation for handheld stills; on IBIS-equipped A7 bodies it cooperates with body stabilisation for combined correction. The f/4 aperture is a meaningful low-light constraint and limits background separation compared to f/2.8 alternatives. Zeiss T* coating delivers strong contrast in most conditions. The lens has aged against newer alternatives: third-party f/2.8 options at similar used prices now offer more capability for most photographers.

On the used market the FE 24-70mm f/4 ZA competes against faster alternatives at similar prices. The Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III offers a wider maximum aperture and comparable used pricing, starting at 28mm rather than 24mm. The Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN Art provides full 24mm coverage at f/2.8 at a moderate premium. Condition checks: OSS mechanism, zoom ring smoothness, and AF motor. The genuine advantage of this lens is the 24mm wide end with OSS at a lower weight than f/2.8 alternatives. Best for A7-series users prioritising portability.

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Used Sony FE 24-70mm f/4 ZA OSS Vario-Tessar T* price history

Tracking the used Sony FE 24-70mm f/4 ZA OSS Vario-Tessar T* price? Over the past two weeks, the average has risen 13.1%, from £281 to around £318. Depending on age and condition, expect to pay between £253 and £352 for a used lens.

Average market price (line) and typical price range (shaded). Source: UsedLens daily price index, 11 Jun – 3 Jul 2026.