Sony Vario-Tessar T* FE 16-35mm F4 ZA OSS
This is a full-frame zoom lens for Sony E, covering 16-35 mm and a maximum aperture of f/4. It weighs 518 g, is weather-sealed and includes optical stabilization, and was released in 2014. That combination suits landscape and architecture photography.
It is a versatile wide-angle zoom lens designed for full-frame Sony E-mount cameras. Its constant f/4 maximum aperture ensures consistent exposure throughout the zoom range. The lens features Optical SteadyShot image stabilization to reduce camera shake, making it ideal for handheld shooting in various conditions. The optical design incorporates ZEISS T* coating to minimize reflections and enhance contrast. With a minimum focusing distance of 0.28 meters, it allows for close-up wide-angle photography. The lens's weather-sealed construction ensures reliability in challenging environments.
- f/4
- Aperture
- 16–35mm
- Focal
- 518 g
- Weight
- Oct 2014
- Released
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Specification
- Lens type
- Wide-angle zoom lens
- Max Format size
- Full Frame
- Focal length
- 16-35 mm
- Image stabilization
- Yes (Optical SteadyShot)
- Lens mount
- Sony E
- Maximum aperture
- f/4
- Minimum aperture
- f/22
- Aperture ring
- No
- Number of diaphragm blades
- 7 (circular)
- Optical construction
- 12 elements in 10 groups
- Minimum focusing distance
- 0.28 m (11 inches)
- Maximum magnification
- 0.19x
- Filter size
- 72 mm
- Dimensions
- 78 mm (diameter) x 98.5 mm (length)
- Weight
- 518 g (1.14 lbs)
- Weather sealing
- Yes
- Usage
- landscape, architecture
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