Sony 12-24mm F2.8 GM arrives in August for $3000

Sony has announced a new member of its high-end 'G Master' full-frame lens series: the 12-24mm F2.8. It's currently the widest F2.8 constant zoom offered for full-frame, with a hefty price tag to match: $3000. The 12-24mm is dust and moisture-sealed and weighs in close to two pounds (847g / 1.9lb to be precise). It's a bit larger than Sigma's 14-24mm F2.8, measuring 97.6 x 137mm. With such a large front element, the 12-24 provides a rear filter holder. Optical construction includes three XA Extr...