Best Lens for the Sony A7 IV Camera

Written by Marion Mou
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Updated on September 22, 2022
Marion Mou
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The Sony Alpha A7 IV Mirrorless Camera boasts a new 32MP sensor with an articulating LCD screen. With a 5-axis in-body stabilization, it’s hard to miss with this camera. From weddings to landscapes, this camera can do it all.  With such a wide variety of glass to choose from, here you will find the best lens for your Sony A7 IV camera.

Tokina atx-m 11-18mm f2.8 E Lens

This is a fast aperture, wide angle lens that is sure to offer a new perspective to your photography. At just 11.8 oz., the Tokina atx-m 11-18mm f2.8 E Lens offers a unique look, without weighing down your backpack. This is a great option to pair with a gimbal or other stabilizers because of its light weight and Silent ST-M Lens Motor.

Tamron 50-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD Lens

This is the newest ultra-telephoto zoom lens from Tamron to date. Its 8x zoom ratio means you can cover a wide range of focal lengths with a single lens — perfect for everything from wildlife to sports photography. It’s also equipped with Tamron’s VXD (Voice-coil eXtreme-torque Drive) linear motor focus mechanism and proprietary image stabilization mechanism VC.

Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II G Full-Frame FE-Mount Lens

If you’re looking for a telephoto lens, look no further. The new and improved version of Sony’s 70-200 GM lens does not disappoint. It’s significantly lighter, sharper, and the autofocus is much faster and more accurate. With a constant aperture of f/2.8 at all focal lengths, this telephoto lens is as versatile as it gets. For more information on this lens, check out our recent article about its launch.

Sony FE 35mm f/1.4 GM Lens

This wide angle lens is perfect for environmental portraits. Not only does the f/1.4 aperture provide smooth bokeh with subject separation, the autofocus is lightning fast. If you’re into street photography, this lens is fantastic for taking photos during the evening in low-light conditions. This prime lens feels balanced on the A7IV, and it’s also very compact and light. You can learn more by reading our hands-on review of the lens, written by Crissibeth Cooper.

Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM (G Master) E-Mount Lens

It can be challenging when deciding which lenses to carry when traveling. Thankfully, Sony has the 24-70mm f/2.8 GM lens. The focal length this lens provides can cover anything from landscapes to portraiture. Also, the wide aperture of f/2.8 is constant at all focal lengths, making this one of the most versatile lenses out there.

Sony FE 50mm f/1.2 G Master Lens

This lens has some of the smoothest bokeh that Sony has to offer. Not many lenses out there have such a wide aperture of f/1.2. This is one of Sony’s newest prime lenses, and it renders some superb images. If you’re a wedding photographer, this lens provides some of the dreamiest images one can imagine at 50mm. Learn more about the launch of this lens here.

Sony FE 24-105mm f/4 G OSS E-Mount Lens

When traveling and wanting to carry light, this lens just might be one of the top contenders in that department. With a focal length ranging from 24mm-105mm, it can capture anything from wide scenery to compressed portraits. This lens has a constant aperture of f/4 at all focal lengths and provides sharp images all around.

Sony FE 50mm F/1.8 Lens

One of the most popular lenses out there — this is the Sony 50mm f/1.8. This lens is affordable, very compact, and lightweight. It delivers outstanding subject isolation and bokeh in the background. With a wide aperture of f/1.8, you can expect to capture fantastic images in low-light conditions.

Sony FE 85mm F1.8 E-Mount Lens

Sony’s 85mm f/1.8 is a fan favorite for portrait photography. The wide aperture delivers incredible subject isolation and bokeh at this focal length. You can expect this lens to focus with excellent accuracy, speed, and smoothness shooting wide open. The build quality feels great in hand and the compact size is a bonus.

Sony Vario-Tessar T* FE 24-70mm f/4 ZA OSS, Full Frame

A nice compact lens that ranges from 24mm-70mm. The constant f/4 aperture across the entire focal length delivers amazing optics. For people who like to travel light and compact, this lens definitely deserves some recognition. The refined optics in this lens ensures sharp and crispy images, especially since it has a built-in stabilization system.

Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG DN Art Lens

Sigma Art lenses have some of the sharpest optics and this 24-70 f/2.8 lens does not disappoint. With a focal length that covers wide to compressed, the constant f/2.8 aperture makes sure you are able to capture quality images even in dimly lit situations. This lens has a nice sleek design, fast autofocus system, and incredible optics at a great price. Learn more about this lens here.

Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III RXD Lens

The Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 is one of the sharpest lenses in its class at an affordable price. It delivers a constant f/2.8 aperture at all focal lengths with a quick autofocusing system. This lens is also comfortably lightweight, and has moisture-resistant construction to combat those harsher conditions when out photographing. This lens was released in October 2021 and we have all of the information to inform your purchase.

IRIX Cine 21mm T1.5 Lens

At 21mm, this Cine lens will let you capture an incredibly wide scene, making sure nothing is left out. The intention of this lens is to provide a sense of substance, as it is excellent at providing subject isolation. This lens also has the ability to shoot in extremely low light without raising the ISO, making it ideal for those scenes in the evening. If you’re worried about using it on rainy days, rest assured because this lens also weather-sealed. 

No matter which lens you choose from this list to pair with your new Sony Alpha A7IV, you can’t go wrong with any of them. From wide-angle to compression shots, the lenses mentioned here have got you covered.  The array of lenses are vast, and hopefully this article has provided some insight on narrowing down your future purchase of a lens for your Sony A7 IV.

Marion Mou
Marion Mou is a freelance photographer based out of the San Francisco Bay Area. If you’re looking to see more of his work, it can be found on Instagram and Twitter (@moumarion) and his website (moumarion.com).