Sony E 16-55mm f2.8 G Lens

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Product Description

Sony E 16-55mm f/2.8 G Lens

Overview

The Sony E 16-55mm f/2.8 G lens is a versatile wide-angle to portrait-length zoom lens designed for APS-C format E-mount cameras. With a 24-82.5mm equivalent focal length, a constant f/2.8 aperture, and advanced optical construction, this lens delivers exceptional sharpness, clarity, and performance in various shooting conditions. It is ideal for landscapes, portraits, and everyday photography.

Sony E 16-55mm f2.8 G Wide Angle Portrait Lens lifestyle photo

Key Features

E-Mount Lens/APS-C Format

Compatible with Sony's APS-C format E-mount mirrorless cameras, providing a 24-82.5mm equivalent focal length range for wide-angle to portrait-length shots.

Aperture Range: f/2.8 to f/22

The bright f/2.8 constant maximum aperture enables better control over depth of field and excels in low-light conditions.

Sony E 16-55mm f2.8 G Wide Angle Portrait Lens lifestyle photo

Advanced Optical Design

  • Four Aspherical Elements: Includes two Advanced Aspherical (AA) elements to minimize distortion and spherical aberrations, ensuring sharp, accurate rendering.
  • Three Extra-Low Dispersion Elements: Reduces color fringing and chromatic aberrations for improved clarity and color accuracy.
  • Nano AR Coating: Minimizes surface reflections, flare, and ghosting for enhanced contrast and color rendering in strong lighting conditions.

Autofocus and Handling

  • XD Linear Motor System: Provides quick, quiet, and precise autofocus performance, suitable for both photo and video applications.
  • Linear Response Manual Focus Control: Offers more natural handling, and an AF/MF switch is located on the lens barrel for easy switching between autofocus and manual focus.
  • Customizable Focus Hold Buttons: Located on the lens barrel for intuitive control and quick access to select settings.
Sony E 16-55mm f2.8 G Wide Angle Portrait Lens lifestyle photo

Compact and Durable Design

  • Dust and Moisture-Resistant Construction: Ensures reliable performance in challenging conditions, while rubberized control rings enhance handling in colder temperatures.
  • Fluorine Coating: Applied to the front element to resist dust, moisture, and fingerprints, making it easy to clean.
  • Portable Design: Measures 4 inches in length and weighs just over 1 lb, making it an ideal companion for the smaller size of APS-C camera bodies.

G Lens Series

The Sony E 16-55mm f/2.8 G lens belongs to the G Lens series, renowned for its superior optical performance and advanced design features. The combination of aspherical and extra-low dispersion elements ensures high sharpness, clarity, and color fidelity, while the Nano AR coating enhances contrast and color in bright lighting conditions. The rounded nine-blade diaphragm produces a pleasing bokeh effect, perfect for portraits and selective focus techniques.

Sony E 16-55mm f2.8 G Wide Angle Portrait Lens lifestyle photo

Specifications

  • Mount: Sony E-mount
  • Format: APS-C
  • Focal Length: 16-55mm
  • 35mm Equivalent Focal Length: 24-82.5mm
  • Aperture Range: f/2.8 to f/22
  • Lens Groups / Elements: 12/17
  • Angle of View (APS-C): 83°-29°
  • Maximum Aperture: f/2.8
  • Minimum Aperture: f/22
  • Aperture Blades: 9
  • Circular Aperture: Yes
  • Minimum Focus Distance: 0.33m (1.08ft)
  • Maximum Magnification Ratio: 0.2x
  • Filter Diameter: 67mm

Size & Weight

  • Dimensions (D x L): 73 x 100mm (2-7/8 x 4in.)
  • Weight: 494g (1.09lbs)
Sony E 16-55mm f2.8 G Wide Angle Portrait Lens lifestyle photo

What's In The Box

  • Lens hood (ALC-SH161: petal shape, bayonet type)
  • Lens front cap
  • Lens rear cap
  • Soft carrying case
Mount Sony E-mount
Format APS-C
Focal-length (mm) 10-18mm
35mm Equivalent Focal-length (APS-C) 15-27mm
Lens Groups / Elements 8/10
Angle Of View (APS-C) 109°-76°
Maximum Aperture (f) 4
Minimum Aperture (f) 22
Aperture Blades 7
Circular Aperture Yes
Minimum Focus Distance 0.25m (0.82ft)
Maximum Magnification Ratio (x) 0.1x
Filter Diameter (mm) 62mm
Image Stabilization (Steadyshot) Optical SteadyShot
Dimensions (D x L) 70.0 x 63.5mm (2-7/8 x 2-1/2in.)
Weight 225g

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