Sony E 16-55mm f2.8 G Lens

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.

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.

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.

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.

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)

What's In The Box

• Lens hood (ALC-SH161: petal shape, bayonet type)
• Lens front cap
• Lens rear cap
• Soft carrying case