Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM

The Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM is a premium wide-angle zoom lens for full-frame mirrorless cameras that promises to deliver extremely crisp images.

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MSRP: $1,998.00

Product details

  • Designed to achieve 50 Line pairs/mm resolving power
  • Two XA (extreme aspherical) elements w/ high surface precision. Minimum focus distance - 0.28 m (0.92 ft). Maximum Magnification ratio (x)- 0.19
  • Constant F2.8 max aperture maintains exposure and Depth of field. Hood Type : Petal shape, bayonet type; APERTURE BLADES: 11
  • Uncompromising G Master design for smooth bokeh and high resolution. Angle of View (35 mm): 107°–63°
  • In-the-box: hood, lens front cap, lens rear cap, case, Mount: Sony E-mount

PROS

+ Fixed f/2.8 aperture.
+ Wide-angle coverage.
+ Quick autofocus.
+ Focus Hold button.
+ Dust and moisture resistant.

CONS

- Omits in-lens stabilization.
- Edge softness at 35mm.
- Dim corners at f/2.8.
- Some distortion.

Expert reviews and ratings

By PCMag on May 22, 2017
The Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM is a premium wide-angle zoom lens for full-frame mirrorless cameras that promises to deliver extremely crisp images.
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