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Focal Length Description 16-35 millimeters
Lens Type Wide Angle
Compatible Mountings Sony E
Camera Lens Description 16-35mm

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  • Ideal for landscapes and the a7 series of full frame cameras, ZEISS T (T star) coating to reduce flare and ghosting
  • Minimum Focus Distance: 0.92 feet (0.28 m), Maximum Magnification ratio: 0. 19x, Focal-Length: 5/8 - 1-3/8 Inches
  • Three ED glass elements suppress chromatic distortion, constant F4 maximum aperture throughout the zoom range
  • Built-in Optical Steady Shot image stabilization, dust and moisture resistant design
  • Angle of View (35 mm)107°-63° Angle of View (APS-C) 83°-44°. Weight- 18.3 ounce.Optical Design : 12 Elements in 10 Groups
  • Mounting Type: Sony E
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Sony 16-35mm Vario-Tessar T FE F4 ZA OSS E-Mount Lens

Specifications

  • ZEISS 35mm Full Frame wide-angle zoom lens
  • Constant F4 maximum aperture throughout zoom range
  • ZEISS T* (T Star) anti-reflective coating minimises flare
  • Built-in OSS (Optical SteadyShot) image stabilisation
  • Dust and moisture resistant design
  • Minimum focus distance: 0.28 m (0.92 ft)
  • Maximum Magnification ratio (x): 0.19x
  • Filter Diameter (mm): 72 mm
  • Weight: 518 g (18.3 oz)

Wide-angle impact over a useful zoom range

A 16mm to 35mm wide-angle zoom range coupled with effective built-in optical image stabilisation makes this lens an excellent choice for snapshots, indoor scenes, group shots, landscapes, and more, especially with a full-frame α7 series body. The ZEISS Vario-Tessar configuration offers outstanding performance in a compact, lightweight design.

Refined optics deliver stunning images

Superior clarity and minimal distortion are achieved by an advanced optical design that includes one large AA element and three ED elements. The legendary ZEISS T* (T-star) coating enhances performance even further by effectively suppressing reflections so that crisp, natural contrast is maintained, especially when shooting landscapes.

Constant exposure at any zoom setting

Constant aperture at all focal lengths means that the user can zoom and shoot at any aperture without having to worry about changes in exposure settings or depth of field, concentrating on the image rather than technical details. Maximum aperture is F4 through the zoom range.

Reliable and easy in any conditions

Reliable operation in a variety of conditions is ensured by a design that prevents dust and moisture from entering the lens.

Sharp and clear from corner to corner

Aspherical lens technology maximises portability without sacrificing imaging power. The lens combines five aspherical elements (including one AA - advanced aspherical lens), with 3 ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass elements to deliver high-precision shots and breathtaking rendering, without the bulky design usually associated with similar DSLR lenses.

Sharp and clear in any situation

Built-in Optical SteadyShot image stabilisation compensates for camera shake that can blur images when shooting handheld. Sharp, clear night scenes or indoor shots in dim lighting can be captured without the need to boost ISO sensitivity and risk increased noise.

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What's in the box

  • Sony 16-35mm Vario-Tessar T FE F4 ZA OSS E-Mount Lens
  • Lens hood (ALC-SH134: petal shape, bayonet type)
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    Product Description

    Vario-Tessar T FE 16-35mm F4 ZA OSS.

    Customer reviews

    4.5 out of 5 stars
    4.5 out of 5
    247 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers are happy with the quality, sharpness, and image quality of the lens. They mention that the construction is very well executed, and the lens is very sharp at every focal length. They appreciate the beautiful bokeh and color. However, some disagree on weight, size, value, and distortion.

    AI-generated from the text of customer reviews

    65 customers mention59 positive6 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the quality of the lens. They mention that its construction is very well executed, with actual machined knurling on its metal focus and zoom rings. The lens is outstanding, has great image stability, and performs fantastically. The stabilization is amazing and the picture quality is awesome.

    "...purpose, sweeping landscapes and architectural shots, this lens is just awesome...." Read more

    "...When stopped down, sunstars are much better looking. Construction is solid (I actually wish it was lighter). It feels as heavy as the Canon 17-40...." Read more

    "...This lens is great, it is fairly light, sharp, and I have gotten great color through the lens.Pros:-This lens is sharp...." Read more

    "...I can not wait to take it out. It feels very nice and came in such amazing condition...." Read more

    26 customers mention26 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the sharpness of the lens. They mention that it is more than sharp enough, very sharp at every focal length, even in the corners. They appreciate the corner-to-corner sharpness, very little CA, and the same vignetting as the G master. Overall, customers are happy with the quality and performance of this lens.

    "...It's sharper, has better pop, and all that deliciousness that Zeiss brings to the table but it is a full stop slower and has no telephoto reach to..." Read more

    "...This lens is great, it is fairly light, sharp, and I have gotten great color through the lens.Pros:-This lens is sharp...." Read more

    "...The corners look sharper, very little CA's and about the same vignette as the Canon...." Read more

    "...That being said, I've found the sharpness to be quite adequate, the autofocus reliable, and the range, size, and weight to be ideal...." Read more

    18 customers mention13 positive5 negative

    Customers like the image quality of the lens. They say that it has great autofocus, produces amazing pictures, and has more detail upon magnification. The lens has beautiful bokeh at f4 and adds magic to their photos. Customers also love the consistent quality shots they get on their a7rii and aiii.

    "...the bokeh is great, don't get me wrong it's typical Zeiss buttery, creamy goodness with just a touch of nervousness, but forget trying to erase..." Read more

    "...Images appear to be sharper and have more detail upon magnification (of course, that is also the product of using a much better camera in the a7R)...." Read more

    "...Yes it doesn't go as wide as the 16-35, but the image quality is amazingly crisp with no noticeable fringing or distortion...." Read more

    "...It's not as idea for stills as I'd like and it's not as ideal for video as I'd like...." Read more

    13 customers mention13 positive0 negative

    Customers like the color of the lens. They say it has good contrast, and perfect wide angle. They also say the lens has beautiful glass and takes fantastic images. Customers also mention that it's a very cool lens that covers every wide angle option.

    "...On the full frame it covers every wide angle option, if with the normal amount of distortion typical of a ultra-wide zoom...." Read more

    "...When stopped down, sunstars are much better looking. Construction is solid (I actually wish it was lighter). It feels as heavy as the Canon 17-40...." Read more

    "...I think the colors look great through this lens and have never had problems.Cons:-F4 may be limiting for some people...." Read more

    "...The lens focused quickly and rendered colors naturally. Its small size and light weight balanced well in my hands...." Read more

    12 customers mention8 positive4 negative

    Customers are mixed about the weight of the lens. Some mention that it's ideal, while others say that it is a little on the heavy side.

    "...The Sony is slightly smaller, lighter, and uses 72mm filters (versus 77mm for Canon and Nikon)." Read more

    "...This lens is somewhat large and heavy in the mirrorless camera world, but I've been using it on my Sony A6000 camera and the ergonomics of that..." Read more

    "...This lens is great, it is fairly light, sharp, and I have gotten great color through the lens.Pros:-This lens is sharp...." Read more

    "...Its small size and light weight balanced well in my hands...." Read more

    8 customers mention5 positive3 negative

    Customers are mixed about the size of the lens. Some mention that it's reliable and ideal for their needs, while others say that it is a very standard super-wide with all the baggage that entails. They also mention that the lens is somewhat large and heavy in the mirrorless camera world and that it needs to go a bit wider.

    "...The Sony seems to be the more expensive of the three. The Sony is slightly smaller, lighter, and uses 72mm filters (versus 77mm for Canon and Nikon)." Read more

    "...In that it is a very standard super-wide with all the baggage that entails, the distortion that has to be fixed in post, the softness when fully..." Read more

    "...The lens focused quickly and rendered colors naturally. Its small size and light weight balanced well in my hands...." Read more

    "...sharpness to be quite adequate, the autofocus reliable, and the range, size, and weight to be ideal...." Read more

    8 customers mention5 positive3 negative

    Customers are mixed about the value of the camera lens. Some mention it's a great lens for a good price, while others say it'll cost you a lot of money.

    "...But the price is right and for someone on a budget it will do the job nicely until you can build up the coin to get more specialized lenses for..." Read more

    "Too expensive for how slow of a lens it is. Good build and the optics are solid. Does not work well on Fs7. Aperture is very slow to adjust." Read more

    "...Great sharp lens at a much lower price than the G master. See photos for example of quality...." Read more

    "...All Around a great lens for a good price." Read more

    7 customers mention4 positive3 negative

    Customers are mixed about the distortion of the camera lenses. Some mention it has low distortion, while others say there is an ultra wide lens warp and barrel distortion.

    "...16-35, but the image quality is amazingly crisp with no noticeable fringing or distortion...." Read more

    "...I also don't like that the lens extends when zoomed from 35mm to wide, something I like about the Canon.Not perfect but a keeper." Read more

    "...This lens has much less distortion and with a few quick tweaks in LR, produces incredible results." Read more

    "...Barrel Distortion - there's a good bit of it and it's not fully corrected with Lightroom profiles...." Read more

    Works Well for Stills and Video - But Could be a Bit Wider and Faster
    5 Stars
    Works Well for Stills and Video - But Could be a Bit Wider and Faster
    I purchased this lens along with the Sony a7s2 about a month ago to use for my real estate photography business. I have been quite satisfied with it.If you read my review on the camera body itself then you'll know that the camera was the driving force in the decision. I needed THAT camera in order to get the best dynamic range out of that slog3 picture profile for shooting video in houses. I wanted it for the smaller 12mp size that the camera puts out on still as compared to my a6000.At the time, this 16-35mm lens was the clear choice. Here's why:For Stills: you need a good wide angle lens for interiors. On my crop sensor lens I was using a 12mm prime lens from Rokinon...basically 18mm on a full frame camera. Once I got this lend I found that I actually liked shooting at 20mm a bit more and on larger homes, the ability to zoom to 24mm has been useful when I need to not shot the off-camera flash stands that are set up to light the scene and would otherwise creep into the filed of view at a wider angle.This lens works well for video too. I really love my prime lenses because you can set them up hyperfocal and then never have to worry about focus. EVERYTHING is in focus on a real estate shot when hyperfocal. That's one thing less to worry about. But when shooting video in slog3 the camera will not shoot at an ISO lower than 1600. That is really quite high. On my very first attempt, I had really terribly overblown windows because I didn't know that you should put the s2 in "shutter priority" mode when filming.Shutter priority allows the camera to stop down the aperture on the fly in order to restrict the amount of light coming into the camera when approaching high-light areas like exterior windows. But this only works if you have a fly-by-wire lens like this 16-35mm from Sony. Something like the 21mm Loxia would not work because it's a manual aperture lens.The ability to shoot all the way to 16mm wide is a plus too. While 20mm is my normal preferred focal length for stills with this lens I shoot all my walk-through videos at 16mm. Continuous focus controlled by the camera keeps everything in focus as I walk through the house filming.Here are the downsides:1) Barrel Distortion - there's a good bit of it and it's not fully corrected with Lightroom profiles.2) Needs to Go a BIT Wider - I am constantly faced wtih the issue that I need the lens to go to 14mm in small bathrooms...but it doesn't have it. It frustrates me.At this point this is still my main lens. My a7s2 is permanently fixed to my video rig and I now have an a7iii as well which I use for stills. The lens jumps from one to the other when I shift gears. I do plan on purchasing the 12-24mm soon for my stills camera at which point this lens will remain permanently attached to the a7s2 on the gimbal.Ultimately though I plan to get the 18mm 2.8 Batis for the video camera on the gimbal at which point this lens will be homeless and I plan on selling it. Even though it's going to be phased out of my camera bag I still rate it 5-stars in spite of the fact that I see it as a comprimise lens. It's not as idea for stills as I'd like and it's not as ideal for video as I'd like. But the price is right and for someone on a budget it will do the job nicely until you can build up the coin to get more specialized lenses for specific applications.
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    This is a great travel lens. It can capture landscapes as well as close up portraits. The G Master may be better for night photography, but that feature was not worth double the price. This lens is great, it is fairly light, sharp, and I have gotten great color through the lens.

    Pros:
    -This lens is sharp. I have had no complaints or times I wished it was sharper.
    - While not the lightest lens on earth, it is light enough to carry around all day with no problems.
    - I think the colors look great through this lens and have never had problems.

    Cons:
    -F4 may be limiting for some people. I don't think most would utilize F2.8 of the GM lens, but if you truly need a lens for night photography then go for the nicer lens.
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