Sony
Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM
| Component | Weight | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Customer Reviews | 35% | 86.5 | |
| Technical Analysis | 30% | 77.0 | |
| Market Position | 20% | 92.0 | |
| Value Proposition | 15% | 74.1 |
Age adjustment: ×0.87 (older models get a slight downward adjustment so newer products with current technology are fairly represented).
📖 Overview
The Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM is a professional-grade wide-angle zoom lens known for its sharpness and fast aperture. It is ideal for landscape, astrophotography, and architectural photography. Its high price point reflects its excellent build and optical quality.
📸 Browse 157 real-world sample photos taken with this lens by photographers worldwide on SampleShots.
📋 Specifications
| Focal Length | 16-35mm |
|---|---|
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/22 |
| Lens Type | Zoom |
| Mount | Sony E |
| AF Motor | Direct Drive Super Sonic Wave Motor (DDSSM) |
| Image Stabilization | No |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Weather Sealed | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 28.0 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.19x |
| Elements / Groups | 16 elements in 13 groups |
| Aperture Blades | 11 |
| Filter Diameter | 82mm |
| Weight | 680g |
| Dimensions | 89.0 x 122.0mm |
| Release Year | 2017 |
| MSRP | $2,199 |
🛒 Where to Buy the Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM
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🖼️ Sample Photos
Real-world photos taken with the Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM, sourced from SampleShots.
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