This compact full-frame F2.8 wide-angle zoom lens is an excellent match for α-series cameras, with advanced technology ensuring that camera performance is fully realized from ultra-wide 16 mm to wide 25 mm focal lengths. Outstanding G LensTM resolution and bokeh are available throughout the focal range. Precision AF means fast, sharp focus for wide-angle stills, as well as movies.
Three ED (Extra low Dispersion) glass elements and four aspherical elements that include one ED Aspherical glass element deliver high resolution from 16 mm to 25 mm. Flare, ghosting, and color bleeding are subdued for clarity, while F2.8 and 11 aperture blades create stunning G Lens bokeh. Max. magnification is 0.2x (AF)/0.23x (MF) with a minimum focus distance of 0.18 m (0.59ft) (AF)/0.17 m (0.56ft) (MF) at the wide end for stunning close-ups.
Two specially optimized linear motors and a precision control system acquire focus on any subject with remarkable speed and accuracy. Tracking performance is also excellent and fully capable of keeping up even with Sony’s advanced model α9 III camera at up to 120 fps. Precise, quiet focus is smoothly acquired and maintained even when shooting high frame rate 4K 120p or FHD 240p movies.
With four aspherical elements that include one ED Aspherical glass element, and a large F2.8 maximum aperture in a high-performance optical design, this innovative lens is no more than 74.8 mm in diameter by 91.4 mm in length (3 x 3-5/8 inch). The use of engineering plastics for some components enhances durability while reducing weight to just 409 grams (14.5 oz.), making this a low-stress F2.8 choice for long shooting sessions or low-light situations.
Two specially optimized linear motors and a precision control system acquire focus on any subject with remarkable speed and accuracy. Minimal zoom extension and centre of gravity shift make gimbal or drone mounting easy too. And combined with in-body Active Mode stabilization it can deliver stable handheld footage at wide angles while walking around. It also supports in-body breathing compensation4 and metadata recording.
Focus, zoom, and aperture rings provide comprehensive control. The aperture ring features an aperture click ON/OFF switch. A customizable focus hold button and AF/MF switch are also provided. Linear Response MF ensures immediate, intuitive manual focus control. A dust and moisture resistant design maximizes reliability in challenging outdoor conditions, and the front element features a fluorine coating. Filter diameter is 67 mm.
Impeccable Sony G Lens design emphasizes a graceful balance between high resolution and gorgeous background bokeh that can enhance the artist’s vision.
[1] Aspherical lens [2] ED (extra-low dispersion) aspherical lens [3] ED (extra-low dispersion) glass
[1] Contrast (%) [2] Distance from optical center of lens (mm) [3] At 16 mm / Max. aperture [4] At 16 mm / F8 aperture [5] At 25 mm / Max. aperture [6] At 25 mm / F8 aperture
[7] Spatial frequency [8] 10 line pairs / mm [9] 30 line pairs / mm [10] Radial values [11] Tangential values
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Lens Min. Focus Distance | 7.1" / 18 cm |
Lens Filter Size | Filter Diameter: 95mm |
Lens Magnification Factor | 0.13x |
Angle of View (diagonal) | 29° |
Maximum Aperture | f/1.4 |
Lens Filter Size | 114mm |
Focus Adjusting | Focus Hold Button: 4 |
Lens Filter Size | 67mm |
Lens Filter Size | 82mm |
Elements / Groups | 17 Elements/24 Groups |
Lens Magnification Factor | 0.26x |
Lens Filter Size | 67 mm (Front) |
Lens Magnification Factor | 0.2x |
Elements / Groups | 24 Elements/18 Groups |
Lens Min. Focus Distance | 8.6" / 21.8 cm |
Focus Type | Autofocus |
Maximum Aperture | f/4 |
Focus Type | Autofocus |
Lens Type | Lens Type: Zoom Lens |
Angle of View (diagonal) | Angle of View: 4 Degrees, 10 ft. |
Maximum Aperture | Maximum Aperture: f/4 |
Angle of View (diagonal) | Angle of View (35mm): 12 Degrees, 30 ft.- 4 Degrees, 10 ft. |
Lens Min. Focus Distance | AF: 0.20m (0.66ft)<br>MF: 0.17m (0.56ft)</br> |
Minimum Aperture | Minimum Aperture: f/22 |
Focus Type | Focusing Type: Internal |
Lens Filter Size | 72mm |
Lens Hood | Lens Hood Model: ALC-SH158 |
Angle of View (diagonal) | 61°-32° |
Maximum Aperture | f/2.8 |
Minimum Aperture | F22 |
Lens Type | Lens Series: G Lens |
Minimum Aperture | f/16 |
Lens Min. Focus Distance | 0.69(W)-0.99(T) ft |
Angle of View (diagonal) | 107° to 82° |
Maximum Aperture | Maximum Aperture: f/5.6-f/6.3 |
Lens Magnification Factor | Maximum Magnification Ratio: 0.2x |
Angle of View (diagonal) | 87° |
Minimum Aperture | f/22 |
Elements / Groups | 9 Elements / 8 Groups |
Lens Min. Focus Distance | 3.5" |
Lens Filter Size | 67mm |
Minimum Aperture | f/22 |
Focus Adjusting | Focus Hold Button: 3 |
Angle of View (diagonal) | 84°-34° |
Maximum Aperture | f/1.8 |
Lens Min. Focus Distance | 0.24m |
Lens Min. Focus Distance | Minimum Focusing Distance: 2.4m |
Lens Filter Size | 49mm |
Elements / Groups | Lens Elements: ED (5) |
Angle of View (diagonal) | 104°(APS-C) |
Lens Magnification Factor | Maximum Magnification Ratio: 0.14x |
Lens Min. Focus Distance | 2.62 ft. / 80 cm |
Angle of View (diagonal) | 63° |
Angle of View (diagonal) | 94° |
Elements / Groups | Elements: ED (2), Super ED (0), Fluorite (3) |
Lens Min. Focus Distance | 7.09" (18cm) |
Lens Hood | Lens Hood Model: ALC-SH157 |
Lens Min. Focus Distance | 9.8" / 25 cm |
Minimum Aperture | Minimum Aperture: f/32-f/36 |
Focus Type | Auto / Manual |
Lens Filter Size | 55mm |
Lens Hood | Hood Type: Round Shape |
Lens Hood | Hood Type: Round Shape, Bayonet Type |
Maximum Aperture | f1.8 |
Angle of View (diagonal) | APS-C: 61 <br> 35mm: 84 |
Mount Type | Sony E-mount (Full Frame) |
Lens Min. Focus Distance | Minimum Focusing Distance: 4.5m |
Lens Filter Size | 82 mm (Front) |
Elements / Groups | Elements: Aspherical (1) |
Lens Type | Lens Series: G Master |
Minimum Aperture | f/16 |
Lens Min. Focus Distance | AF: 0.15m (0.5ft)<br>MF: 0.12m (0.4ft)</br> |
Lens Aperture | f/1.8 - f/22 |
Focal Length | 24-50mm |
Focal Length | 24-70mm |
Focal Length | 15mm |
Focal Length | Focal Length: 600mm |
Focal Length | 24mm |
Focal Length | 85mm |
Focal Length | 11mm |
Focal Length | 16 to 35mm |
Focal Length | 70-200mm |
Focal Length | Focal Length: 200mm-600mm |
Focal Length | 16-35mm |
Focal Length | 35mm |
Focal Length | 16 to 25mm |
Optical Zoom | Zoom System: Manual |
Weight | 181g (6.4oz) |
Weight | 1 lb / 440 g |
Weight | 0.9 lb / 409 g |
Weight | 219g (7.8oz) |
Weight | 13.1 oz / 371 g |
Weight | 1.2 lbs |
Weight | 1.7lbs |
Weight | 1.53lbs (24.6oz) (695g) |
Weight | 1.2 lb / 547 g |
Weight | 13.16 oz / 373 g |
Weight | 5.7 oz / 162 g |
Dimensions | 2.89 x 3.33" / 73.5 x 84.7 mm |
Dimensions | 3.2" x 5.9" |
Dimensions | 2-5/8" x 2-3/4" (66.6mm x 69.5mm) |
Dimensions | 3.5 x 4.4" / 87.8 x 111.5 mm |
Dimensions | 3-1/2" x 4-3/4" or 87.8mm x 119.9mm |
Dimensions | 2-5/8" x 2-3/8" (66mm x 57.5mm) |
Dimensions | 2.9 x 3.6" / 74.8 x 91.4 mm |
Dimensions | 3.07 x 3.23" / 78 x 82 mm |
Dimensions | 3 x 3.8" |
Dimensions | 74.8 x 92.3 |
Dimensions | 2.7 x 1.8" / 68 x 45 mm |
Iris Blades | 11-Blade |
Maximum T-Stop | T/3.1 |
Gear MOD & Pitch | 0.8 MOD / 32 Pitch |
Focus Scales | Imperial |
Focus Rotation | 120° |
Electronic Communication | Yes |
Format Compatibility | Full-Frame |
Image Stabilization | Yes |
Image Stabilization | body-integrated |
Image Stabilization | No |
Image Stabilization | SteadyShot - (body-integrated) |
Image Stabilization | None |
Diaphragm Blades | 11, Rounded |
Diaphragm Blades | 11 |
Diaphragm Blades | 9, Rounded |
Diaphragm Blades | 7, Rounded |
Tripod Collar | Removable and Rotating |
Filter Diameter | 67 mm (Front) |
Maximum Magnification | 0.33x |
Maximum Magnification | 0.32x |
Maximum Magnification | 0.2x |
Maximum Magnification | 0.5x |
Optical Design | 14 Elements in 10 Groups |
Optical Design | 15 Elements in 12 Groups |
Optical Design | 20 Elements in 15 Groups |
Optical Design | 16 Elements in 13 Groups |
Optical Design | 19 Elements in 13 Groups |
Other Features | 35mm Equivalent Focal Length (APS-C) (mm): 900mm |
Other Features | Lens Rear Cap Model: ALC-R1EM |
Other Features | Tripod Base Screw: 1/4 (2), 3/8 (1) |
Other Features | Lens Case: Yes (Soft Case) |
Multi-Coated | Multi-Coated: Yes |
Other Features | Teleconverter Compatibility (1.4x): SEL14TC |
Other Features | Non-Rotating Filter Thread: Yes |
Image Stabilization | Image Stabilization: Optical SteadyShot |
Other Features | Tripod Base Screw: 1/4 (1), 3/8 (1) |
Other Features | 35mm Equivalent Focal-Length (APS-C) (mm): 300mm-900mm |
Other Features | Teleconverter Compatibility (x1.4): SEL14TC |
Other Features | Lens Case: Yes (Hard Case) |
Other Features | Focus Range Limiter: Yes |
Other Features | Teleconverter Compatibility (x2.0): SEL20TC |
Other Features | Number of Aperture Blade: 11, Circular |
Front Accessory Thread Size | Filter Thread: 40.5mm (Non-Rotating Filter Thread) |
Focus Range | Focus Range Limiter: Yes |
Auto Focus System | AF Actuator: XD Linear |
Auto Focus System | Autofocus |
Auto Focus System | AF Actuator: DDSSM |
Weight | 74.7 oz |
Weight | 107.3 oz |
Dimensions | 111.5mm x 318mm |
Dimensions | 163.6mm x 449mm |
Color | Black |
Color | Black |
Focus Modes | AF/MF Switch: Yes |
Picture Format | Full-Frame |
Picture Format | Format: 35mm Full Frame |
Brand | |
Brand | Sony |